Course fee: R11 676.00
Deposit: R2 200.00
Monthly instalment: R789.66
Payment duration: 12 months
Study duration: We recommend a total of 260 hours of study, e.g. study 1 hour per day and complete your course in 9 months.
Skillsoft course access: 12 months
Course code: C01223
This course is intended for:
Candidates who wish to enter the IT professional field and require training to get them started with a career in technical support and networking. It also lies the foundation for job roles in the field of cybersecurity. CompTIA A+ and CompTIA Network+ are core certifications and regarded as entry-level competencies to embark on the CompTIA certification journey.
Possible career options include:
- Help Desk Technician
- IT Specialist
- Field Service Technician
- Business Analyst Data Support Technician
- Technical Support Specialist
- Managed Service Provider Personnel
- IT Server Technician
- Tier II IT Support Technician
- IT Support Manager
- Network Administrator
- Systems Administrator
- Data Centre Technician
Modules and topics covered:
CompTIA A+ 220-1101 (Core 1)
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Installing Hardware and Display Components
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Laptops Features and Mobile Device Types
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Accessories and Mobile Device Synchronization
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Mobile Device Network Connectivity and Application Support
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: TCP and UDP ports
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Networking
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Configuring a Wired/Wireless Network
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Wireless Networking Protocols
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Network Hosts
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Implementing Network Concepts
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Network Types
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Networking Tools
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Basic Cable Types
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Connectors
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Random Access Memory
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Storage Solutions
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Working with Motherboards, CPUs, & Add-On Cards
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Working with Peripheral Devices
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Power Supplies
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Common Devices
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Custom PC configuration
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: SOHO Devices
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Printers
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Cloud Computing
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Virtualization
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Resolving Problems
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Troubleshooting
CompTIA A+ 220-1101: Troubleshooting Printers
CompTIA A+ 220-1102 (Core 2)
CompTIA A+ 220-1102: Comparing Common Operating Systems
CompTIA A+ 220-1102: Microsoft Operating System Installation & Upgrade
CompTIA A+ 220-1102: Microsoft Command Line Tools
CompTIA A+ 220-1102: MS Operating System Administrative Tools
CompTIA A+ 220-1102: Windows Control Panel Utilities
CompTIA A+ 220-1102: Application Installation, Networking, & Tools
CompTIA A+ 220-1102: Security Fundamentals
CompTIA A+ 220-1102: Critical Security Concepts
CompTIA A+ 220-1102: Software Troubleshooting
CompTIA A+ 220-1102: Operational Procedures Best Practices
CompTIA A+ 220-1102: System Utilities
CompTIA Network+ N10-008
CompTIA Network+ N10-008: OSI Model Layers & Data Encapsulation
CompTIA Network+ N10-008: Network Types
CompTIA Network+ N10-008: Cables & Connectors
CompTIA Network+ N10-008: IP Addressing Schemes and Subnetting
CompTIA Network+ N10-008: Well-known Port & Protocols
CompTIA Network+ N10-008: Registered Ports
CompTIA Network+ N10-008: Networks Services & Data Center Architectures
CompTIA Network+ N10-008: Cloud Concepts
CompTIA Network+ N10-008: Network Implementations
CompTIA Network+ N10-008: Ethernet Switching & Wireless Standards
CompTIA Network+ N10-008: Network Operations
CompTIA Network+ N10-008: Disaster Recovery & High Availability Concepts
CompTIA Network+ N10-008: Security Concepts & Threats
CompTIA Network+ N10-008: Physical Security & Network Hardening
CompTIA Network+ N10-008: Network Troubleshooting Methodologies & Tools
CompTIA Network+ N10-008: Troubleshooting Network Issues
Microsoft 365 Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate
MD-102: Endpoint Administrator
MCSA 2016
70-740: Installation, Storage and Compute with Windows Server 2016
70-741: Networking with Windows Server 2016
70-742: Identity with Windows Server 2016
MCSE Server 2016: Productivity
70-345: Designing and Deploying Microsoft Exchange Server 2016
MCSE Server 2016: Cloud Platform & Infrastructure
70-744: Securing Windows Server 2016
MCE: Microsoft Certified Expert
AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals 2022
AZ-104: Microsoft Azure Administrator 2022
AZ-305: Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions
MCSA: SQL Server Administrator 2016
70-764: Administering a SQL Database Infrastructure
70-765: Provisioning SQL Databases
MCSD: Windows Store Apps using HTML5
70-480: Programming in HTML5 with JavaScript and CSS3
70-486 Developing ASP.NET MVC Web Applications
70-487 Developing Azure and Web Services
Programming in C#
70-483: Programming in C#
Academic grade: No minimum school pass requirements or formal prerequisites, but it is recommended that candidates have 9-12 months of hands-on experience in the lab or field.
Language: Proficiency in English (course material and support only available in English).
Expertise level: Beginner.
Equipment: Access to a PC or laptop with a reliable internet connection.
Effort: Self-paced learning online.
Course type: Industry endorsed
Industry partner: CompTIA
Certification: Certificate confirming course completion.
Certification issued by: Optimi College
Dedicated support team
We understand that students may require guidance and support to navigate the learning journey, and our Client Services team is always ready to assist them in every possible way. Our team is readily available during office hours and can be contacted via email, phone, WhatsApp and social media.
Exam booking assistance
Depending on your chosen course you will either receive advice or assistance in booking certain exams yourself, or our exam team will make a booking on your behalf. Our team will advise you on the venue closest to you, assist with booking a seat, and confirm the time, date and logistics for your exam sitting. Optimi College also offers discounted exam vouchers for numerous IT certification exams.
Skillsoft Learner Management System (LMS) access
Skillsoft is an online learning management system that offers all students enrolled for any of our IT Academy courses compelling content, interactive videos, quizzes, mentoring and practical simulations/virtual labs. The platform allows students to learn at their own pace.