CompTIA A+ (APLUS)

CompTIA A+ (APLUS)

In order to receive the CompTIA A+ certification, you must pass two exams.

CompTIA A+ 220-801 covers the fundamentals of computer technology, installation and configuration of PCs, laptops and related hardware, and basic networking.

CompTIA A+ 220-802 covers the skills required to install and configure PC operating systems, as well as configuring common features (e.g. network connectivity and email) for mobile operating systems Android and Apple iOS.

The previous version of the CompTIA A+ certification, exam codes 220-701 and 220-702, is no longer available in English or academic versions. All other language versions will be available through Dec. 31, 2013. You can take either the two 700 series exams or the two 800 series exams to become CompTIA A+ certified.

CompTIA A+ certifications issued in 2011 or later are valid for three years. You can keep your certification current through the Continuing Education Program.


Test Details
Required exams: CompTIA A+ 220-801 and CompTIA A+ 220-802

Number of questions: Maximum of 90
Type of questions: Multiple choice and performance-based
Length of test: 90 minutes
Recommended experience: Six to 12 months hands-on experience...

- Required for Dell, Intel and Lenovo service techs
- Technical support specialist
- Field service technician
- IT support technician
- IT support administrator
- IT support specialist

Module 1: Troubleshooting basics


- Troubleshooting methodology
- The troubleshooting toolkit
Module 2: Client operating systems


- Comparing Windows editions
- Configuring Windows Explorer
- The Command Line utility
- Virtualization
Module 3: Configuring the operating system


- System configuration tools
- System information and monitoring
- Task management
- Configuration files
Module 4: Configuring hardware settings


- Device and hardware settings
- Disks and partitions
Module 5:...