tacobill Posted August 25, 2011 Member ID: 2366 Group: ***- Inactive Clan Members Followers: 14 Topic Count: 4 Topics Per Day: 0.00 Content Count: 76 Content Per Day: 0.01 Reputation: 41 Achievement Points: 665 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 0 Joined: 04/03/11 Status: Offline Last Seen: May 20 Birthday: 08/27/1976 Device: Windows Posted August 25, 2011 I took some classes toward A+ certification (computer hardware/software certification-basic i know but i have to start somewhere), didn't learn much and was going to finish the last 3-4 classes when i realized...i may not need to take them. Does anyone know if you are required to have classes before you take the certification test and become certified? I got a good study manual and could learn this crap on my own in a few weeks. I appreciate any input (hopefully constructive) anyone has on this. Thanks Tacobill Awards
NickTheGrip Posted August 25, 2011 Member ID: 177 Group: ***- Inactive Clan Members Followers: 16 Topic Count: 145 Topics Per Day: 0.03 Content Count: 1669 Content Per Day: 0.29 Reputation: 281 Achievement Points: 10581 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 1 Joined: 09/02/09 Status: Offline Last Seen: June 27, 2023 Birthday: 05/08/1961 Posted August 25, 2011 Don't know if this helps or not, but I really don't think you require the classes to take the test. A+ Certification is created by a non-profit organization called CompTIA. Visit comptia.org to determine CompTIA specific information. CompTIA's certifications are vendor neutral and are used in the computing industry. Though not a prerequisite, A+ Certification is a natural lead-in to other CompTIA certifications, such as Network+, Server+, Linux+, Security+, i Net+ and others. It is the only industry certification based on PC Maintenance. To obtain A+ Certification, one must have knowledge in many areas of Microsoft Windows, and the IBM style of personal computer. In this course the student will take apart a computer, identify parts, be able to assemble a computer, and practice using different operating systems. A student attempting the A+ Certification should have approximately 500 hours work experience with operating systems, computer hardware, system files, maintenance, networking, configuration of hardware and software, and troubleshooting computer problems. Courses and other study materials can be found on the internet. To study for the exam, the following materials are needed: A PC with Microsoft Windows XP and 2000 Grounding pad Anti Static Wrist Strap (ESD Bracelet or Ground Bracelet) Phillips head screwdriver Flat head screwdriver Calculator Awards
hxtr Posted August 25, 2011 Member ID: 220 Group: **- Inactive Registered Users Followers: 147 Topic Count: 595 Topics Per Day: 0.10 Content Count: 16950 Content Per Day: 2.94 Reputation: 13538 Achievement Points: 129714 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 120 Joined: 09/04/09 Status: Offline Last Seen: October 26, 2023 Birthday: 04/05/1970 Posted August 25, 2011 Yes i do... what do you want to know? The test will include many items from hardware to software and networking. The questions are easy if you have the experience. But if not in many cases.. can be learned with effort. All kinds of tools out there. It is a great cert to have. Will help you land more jobs than without.
Hoth Posted August 25, 2011 Member ID: 64 Group: *** Clan Members Followers: 40 Topic Count: 20 Topics Per Day: 0.00 Content Count: 1106 Content Per Day: 0.19 Reputation: 978 Achievement Points: 10464 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 2 Joined: 09/02/09 Status: Offline Last Seen: 1 hour ago Birthday: 12/09/1969 Device: Windows Posted August 25, 2011 It depends on what you want to get into in the pc/networking field. As pcs have become more write off items instead of something you repair or upgrade in a commercial world the A+ is not bad to have but doesn't the power it used to. I would suggest the network+ is decent to start with to get your feet wet in the cert world. If your looking at possibly getting into the network field I would suggest looking at Cisco ccna or Juniper JNCIA after the net+. With the networking field there are alot of different flavors and opportunities out there. In my opinion voice and security will be in the biggest demand the next few years. There will also be alot of contract work coming up for anyone with great knowledge of ipv6. Take it from a guy who has been pulling what little hair out he has left working for an isp the last 11 years. I hear people talk about their pings while playing as I think I could put them to sleep talking about all the possible factors in that ping. Awards
PingLo Posted August 25, 2011 Member ID: 1103 Group: **- Inactive Registered Users Followers: 64 Topic Count: 119 Topics Per Day: 0.02 Content Count: 1977 Content Per Day: 0.35 Reputation: 1122 Achievement Points: 15642 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 4 Joined: 02/08/10 Status: Offline Last Seen: October 16, 2013 Birthday: 01/01/2012 Posted August 25, 2011 I used to train A+ prospects. Don't see it as being as relevant anymore but I suppose it depends. As with most certifications you can teach yourself and just take the tests. It usually doesn't hurt to have certs so Go For it!
tacobill Posted August 26, 2011 Member ID: 2366 Group: ***- Inactive Clan Members Followers: 14 Topic Count: 4 Topics Per Day: 0.00 Content Count: 76 Content Per Day: 0.01 Reputation: 41 Achievement Points: 665 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 0 Joined: 04/03/11 Status: Offline Last Seen: May 20 Birthday: 08/27/1976 Device: Windows Author Posted August 26, 2011 Alright guys...thanks. This school wanted me to take 4 more classes so they can make thier money, but i will just study this studyguide and then look into some network cert. Awards
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