20th to 2rd January
27th to 30th January
6 days
Mon to Thurs 10 to 2pm UK time
Syllabus Hardware
- Given a scenario, configure settings and use BIOS/UEFI tools on a PC
- Explain the importance of motherboard components, their purpose, and properties
- Compare and contrast various RAM types and their features
- Install and configure PC expansion cards
- Install and configure storage devices and use appropriate media
- Install various types of CPUs and apply the appropriate cooling method
- Compare and contrast various PC connection interfaces, their characteristics and purpose
- Install a power supply based on given specification
- Given a scenario, select the appropriate components for a custom PC configuration, to meet customer specifications
- Compare and contrast types of display devices and their features
- Identify common PC connector types and associated cables
- Install and configure a common peripheral device
Networking
- Identify the various types of network cables and connectors
- Compare and contrast the characteristics of connectors and cabling
- Explain the properties and characteristics of TCP/IP
- Explain common TCP and UDP ports, protocols, and their purpose
- Compare and contrast various WiFi networking standards and encryption types
- Given a scenario, install and configure SOHO wireless/wired router and apply appropriate settings
- Compare and contrast Internet connection types, network types, and their features
- Compare and contrast network architecture devices, their functions, and feature
Mobile Devices
- Install and configure laptop hardware and component
- Explain the function of components within the display of a laptop
- Given a scenario, use appropriate laptop features
- Explain the characteristics of various types of other mobile devices
- Compare and contrast accessories & ports of other mobile devices
Hardware & Networking Troubleshooting
- Troubleshoot and repair common mobile device issues while adhering to the appropriate procedures
- Troubleshoot common problems related to motherboards, RAM, CPU and power with appropriate tools
- Troubleshoot hard drives and RAID arrays with appropriate tools
- Troubleshoot common video, projector and display issues
Virtualization & Cloud Computing
- Comparing and Contract cloud computing concepts.
- Set up and configure client-side virtualization.
Windows Operating System
- Compare and contrast various features and requirements of Microsoft Operating Systems (Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1)
- Given a scenario, install Windows PC operating systems using appropriate methods
- Given a situation, apply proper Microsoft command-line tools
- Given a scenario, use relevant Microsoft operating system features and tools
- Perform standard preventive maintenance procedures using the necessary Windows OS tools
- Given a situation, use Windows Control Panel utilities.
- Identify common features and functionality of the Mac OS and Linux operating systems
- Given a scenario, setup and use client-side virtualization
- Identify basic cloud concepts
- Summarize the properties and purpose of services provided by networked hosts
- Identify the basic features of mobile operating systems
- Install and configure basic mobile device network connectivity and email
- Summarize methods and data related to mobile device synchronization
Security
- Identify common security threats and vulnerabilities
- Compare and contrast conventional prevention methods
- Compare and contrast differences of basic Windows OS security settings
- Given a scenario, deploy and enforce security best practices to secure a workstation
- Compare and contrast various methods for securing mobile devices
- Given a situation, use appropriate data destruction and disposal method
- Given a scenario, secure SOHO wireless and wired networks
Software Troubleshooting
- Troubleshoot PC operating system problems with appropriate tools
- Troubleshoot common PC security issues with proper tools and best practice
- Troubleshoot common mobile OS and application issues or application security issues with appropriate tools
- Troubleshoot common mobile OS and application security issues with proper tools
Operational Procedures
- Given a scenario, use appropriate safety procedures
- Demonstrate proper communication techniques and professionalism
- Given a scenario, explain the troubleshooting theory
Job Types: Part-time, Freelance
Pay: £15.00-£18.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 36 per week
Schedule:
Application question(s):
- Experience in Comptia A+ or related field?
Education:
Experience:
- Tutoring: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 20/01/2025