About the CompTIA Strata: Computer Fundamentals
CompTIA's Strata program offers fundamental to advanced certificates that validate a wide range of subjects in information technology (IT). Students and professionals holding a Strata certificate demonstrate that they have the knowledge required to enter and excel in IT and technology-related fields. Strata exams validate knowledge in several IT subjects, including Green IT, Technical Sales and PC concepts.
Objectives - Identify the basics of computers and the components of a computer.
- Identify various system unit components.
- Identify various computer peripherals.
- Identify the characteristics of portable computing devices and media players.
- Set up a basic PC workstation.
- Work with files and folders in a Windows-based system.
- Work with software.
- Describe the technologies used in computer networks.
- Identify Internet protocols and email protocols, and browse the Internet using a web browser.
- Describe personal computer security threats and security measures to prevent attacks on computer systems.
- Identify the risks associated with upgrading software and hardware.
- Perform maintenance of computer components using preventative maintenance techniques.
- Maintain and troubleshoot a basic PC workstation.
- Identify green IT techniques and implement them.
- Implement environmentally sound techniques to dispose of hazardous materials.
- Identify and implement environmentally sound techniques to preserve power.
- Explain the purpose and application of virtualization technology.
- Explain different techniques and technologies that will enhance Green IT initiatives
- Develop and implement an internal IT strategy analyzing ROI for the Green IT initiative.
- Identify Green IT framework assessment tools, organizations, and standards.
- Identify methods to reduce workforce environmental impacts.
This training combines and covers materials from the following courses:
Strata: Fundamentals of IT Technology (3 days)
- You will identify personal computer components, work with files and folders, and conduct basic software installations. This course will provide you with the fundamental skills and concepts required to maintain, support, and work efficiently with personal computers. In addition, you will acquire the essential skills and information you need to set up, configure, maintain, troubleshoot, and perform preventative maintenance of the hardware and software components of a basic personal computer workstation. You will also identify security measures and implement green IT practices.
- Lesson 1: Getting Started with Computers
- Topic 1A: Computer Basics
- Topic 1B: Components of a Personal Computer
- Lesson 2: System Unit Components
- Topic 2A: System Board Components
- Topic 2B: Storage Devices
- Lesson 3: Computer Peripherals
- Topic 3A: Input Devices
- Topic 3B: Display Devices
- Topic 3C: External Devices
- Lesson 4: Portable Computing Devices and Media Players
- Topic 4A: Portable Computing Devices
- Topic 4B: Media Players
- Lesson 5: Setting Up a Basic PC Workstation
- Topic 5A: Personal Computer Connection Methods
- Topic 5B: Connect Display Devices
- Topic 5C: Connect Input Devices
- Topic 5D: Connect External Devices
- Topic 5E: Start the Computer
- Topic 5F: Configure the Operating System
- Lesson 6: Working with Files and Folders
- Topic 6A: Create a File
- Topic 6B: Navigate Folders with Windows Explorer
- Topic 6C: Manage Files and Folders
- Topic 6D: Compress and Extract Files
- Lesson 7: Working with Software
- Topic 7A: Identify Installation Requirements
- Topic 7B: Install Software
- Lesson 8: Network Technologies
- Topic 8A: Network Types
- Topic 8B: Ethernet Technologies
- Topic 8C: Wireless Networks
- Lesson 9: Working with the Internet
- Topic 9A: Information Networks
- Topic 9B: Work with a Web Browser
- Topic 9C: Internet Protocols
- Topic 9D: Email Protocols
- Topic 9E: Internet Addresses
- Lesson 10: Personal Computer Security Concepts
- Topic 10A: Social Engineering Attacks
- Topic 10B: Malicious Software
- Topic 10C: System Vulnerabilities
- Topic 10D: Personal Computer Security Measures
- Lesson 11: Identifying Risks in Upgrading Systems
- Topic 11A: Identify Risks Associated with Upgrading Software
- Topic 11B: Identify Risks Associated with Upgrading Hardware
- Lesson 12: Preventative Maintenance Techniques
- Topic 12A: Tools of the Trade
- Topic 12B: Prevent Electrical Hazards
- Topic 12C: Perform Preventative Maintenance
- Lesson 13: Maintaining and Troubleshooting a Basic PC Workstation
- Topic 13A: Back Up and Restore Data
- Topic 13B: Operating System Utilities
- Topic 13C: Troubleshoot Common Hardware and Software Issues
- Lesson 14: Green IT
- Topic 14A: Green Equipment
- Topic 14B: Green Policies and Procedures
- Topic 14C: Reuse and Dispose of Materials
Strata: Green IT (2 days)
- Implement environmentally sound techniques to dispose of hazardous materials.
- Identify and implement environmentally sound techniques to preserve power.
- Explain the purpose and application of virtualization technology.
- Explain different techniques and technologies that will enhance Green IT initiatives
- Develop and implement an internal IT strategy analyzing ROI for the Green IT initiative.
- Identify Green IT framework assessment tools, organizations, and standards.
- Identify methods to reduce workforce environmental impacts.
- Power management
- Computer power management
- Office and network equipment power management
- The office environment
- Facilities
- Employee behavior
- Virtualization technology
- Server virtualization
- Client virtualization
- Hazardous materials disposal
- Computer equipment
- Other materials
- Green IT policies
- Standards and governing bodies
- Establishing a Green IT policy
Why You Should Take the CompTIA Strata: Computer Fundamentals
Benefits of Certification
For IT professionals, certification is a third party validation of your skills, that helps distinguish you from your peers. Beyond demonstrating a level of competency and proficiency, certification proves that you are committed to your cause and that you've invested the time and money to prove it. Holding a certification also makes you a more valuable employee, and often results in raises, promotions, and a better career.
For organizations, certifications identify the credentials that can be used to hire the right employee. Having certified employees also increases sales for the organization by proving to prospective clients that the organization has the skills to support its claims.
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What's Included
We take care of all logistics for you, so you can concentrate on learning, acquiring skills and getting certified. We provide instructors, books, computer equipment and software in a comfortable learning environment for most training.
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We ensure your success by asking all students to take a FREE Skill Assessment test. These short, instructor-written tests are an objective measure of your current skills that help us determine whether or not you will be able to meet your goals by attending this course at your current skill level. If we determine that you need additional preparation or training in order to gain the most value from this course, we will tell you so right away. We will also recommend cost-effective solutions that you can use to get ready for the course.
Our required skill-assessments ensure that:
- All students in the class are at a comparable skill level, so the class can run smoothly without beginners slowing down the class for everyone else.
- NetCom students enjoy one of the industry's highest success rates, and pass rates when a certification exam is involved.
- We stay committed to providing you real value. Again, your success is paramount; we will register you only if you have the skills to succeed.
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Target Audience Green IT certificate is intended for IT professionals who have decision making authority over a company's IT infrastructure such as an IT manager, IT supervisor, data center manager, or facilities / operations manager. Benefit of taking CompTIA Strata: Computer Fundamentals at NetCom
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- Phenom in the IT industry, earned her first Microsoft certification at age 15.
- B.B.A in Management along with numerous Cisco, Microsoft, and CompTIA certifications.
- Database designer and network administrator background.
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Amanda currently teaches CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+, as well as Cisco CCNA and CCNA Voice courses at NetCom Learning, garnering much acclaim from her students who enjoy a close-to-perfect pass rate on their certification exams. Amanda is a certified trainer for Cisco and CompTIA, and holds numerous technical certifications including Cisco Certified Network Associate-Security, CCSI, CCNP, CCVP, MCSE, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Net+, and CompTIA Security+.
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Carmille is passionate about educating and has a unique talent for making complex design and development principals seem "easy" to students from all levels of expertise. She currently teaches Adobe Graphic and Web Designer, Microsoft Office Specialist, SharePoint End User and the acclaimed Website Development Professional courses at NetCom Learning. Her 20+ years of experience as Creative Director for multinational corporations bring a special and innovative approach to her classes at NetCom Learning.
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- Expert in Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, Visio, and Access as well as Adobe Graphic and Web Designer (InDesign, Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver and Flash Catalyst)
- Holds an A.A.S in Graphic Design as well as various Awards and Affiliations, including MCT, MCP, MCAS, and Office 2007 Master.
- Senior Lead Trainer for over 10 years.
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Charles is a Technical Trainer & Instructional Designer for over 10 years. He is a Microsoft Certified Trainer and dedicates himself to Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, Visio, and Access. He is also an Adobe specialist and holds a degree in Graphic Design.
Charles is well known for his high evaluation scores, achieving 8.75 out of 9 on a regular basis, teaching in one-on-one, instructor-led, and web-based environments; one of the reasons for his high evaluation is his expertise in increasing personnel performance by developing and implementing programs constructed from the job task analysis process. Charles currently teaches Adobe Graphic and Web Designer, and Microsoft Office Specialist courses at NetCom Learning.
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- Networking expert with several Cisco certifications, including CCENT, CCNA, CCDA, CCSI, and CCVP.
- Has taught over 90 courses at NetCom Learning.
- Average rating of 8.75 out of 9 on student evaluation reports.
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David has been in the Networking field for the past eleven years and holds several Cisco certifications. He has been an instructor since 2005 and has taught over 90 courses at NetCom Learning.
David is an extremely enthusiastic trainer with a raw passion towards teaching and delivering Cisco information and takes great pride in his career as an instructor, which has lead him to develop and deliver the class in his own unique way � very professional and knowledgeable, yet pleasant and enjoyable. His classes have a high passing rate for students taking certification exams, and averages 8.75 out of 9 on evaluation reports.
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- Vastly experienced working within multinational environments and capable of connecting to different audiences
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- Master of Science in Electronics Engineering, and holder of several technical certifications.
- Highly-skilled in diverse fields ranging from Security, Computer Forensics, Networking, Routing Protocols, Programming, Databases and Applications to name a few.
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With over 25 years of technical experience, Emilio brings a dynamic set of skills supported by a Masters Degree in Electronics Engineering and on-the-field experience working in multinational environments. He also holds more than 12 Cisco, CompTIA, and Microsoft certifications. Although he is well versed and thorough in multiple technological fields, his technical forte lies in the security domain, specifically CISSP, CEH and CHFI.
Emilio�s skills have evolved over time, studying closely and constantly staying well informed of the growing cyber threats. These are just some of the few reasons why Emilio brings to his classes more than just what's in the books.
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- Experienced instructor working in the field since 1999 and Subject Matter Expert at NetCom Learning since 2006.
- Worked as Technical Support at Solomon Smith Barney/Citibank.
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Enayat Meer has a Bachelors Degree in Mathematics and holds numerous certifications such as A+, Network+, Security+, CCNA, MCT, and MCTS to name a few. He is an experienced trainer, and has served as an A+, NT4.0, Window 2000 and Windows 2003 instructor in a variety of New York schools since 1999. Since that time, he has also provided technical support at Solomon Smith Barney/Citibank in its private banking and global assets management group.
Enayat has trained over 800 students at NetCom Learning. He has been a Subject Matter Expert at NetCom Learning since 2006 and his hands-on project expertise is an invaluable addition to NetCom Learning�s classroom instruction, helping to bring theoretical topics to life.
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- Masters Degree in Computer Science from Boston University along with several certifications.
- Over 25 years of experience in the IT field and expert in Unix, GNU/Linux, and Oracle ecosystems.
- More than 10 years working as a Software Engineer in multinational companies such as Hewlett-Packard.
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Finnbarr has both breadth and in-depth knowledge of Unix, GNU/Linux, and Oracle with 25+ years of experience in operating system internals development, system administration, application development and project management on a wide variety of hardware and software platforms. As a Software Engineer, he developed and managed numerous projects in multinational companies such as Hewlett-Packard.
Finnbarr is a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers as well as a Moderator at unix.com. He is also a top Instructor and Subject Matter Expert at NetCom Learning and is well recognized by the students for his knowledge and his great teaching technique.
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- CompTIA Certified Technical Trainer (CTT+), and CompTIA Project+.
- Won NetCom Learning "Instructor of the Year" Award in 2008 and 2009.
- Over 20 years of Project Management experience in Fortune 500 financial firms.
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Jeff Furman is a highly experienced trainer, course developer, IT project manager and certified PMP with more than 20 years experience for Fortune 500 financial firms. His classes have helped numerous application developers learn new skills that have helped their companies as well as their careers.
He has eight years of experience as a full-time technical trainer and has developed curriculum for New York Life Insurance Company, Prudential Securities, and New York University, where he developed and taught many widely-attended classes ranging from programming languages to development and testing tools.
As an IT manager, Jeff has led application and system support teams, as well as Change Management groups and QA-testing teams. He also has written articles published in leading IT publications including ComputerWorld.
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Josh comes to NetCom with more than 10 years of experience as a Networking Subject Matter Expert and CompTIA Certified Technical Trainer. Prior to joining us, Josh implemented successful enterprise technology solutions in Chicago, Las Vegas, Houston and New York, and taught advanced IT courses at the University of Nevada. Beyond the realm of networking, Josh is a digital design enthusiast and Apple Certified Professional; he leads an acclaimed workshop in Final Cut Pro and recently keynoted a series of widely viewed webcasts about the new Apple iPad. Josh's passion and skills are clearly evident in the classroom, and his A+ and Network+ boot camp students at NetCom enjoy industry high pass-rates - and top scores - on their CompTIA certification exams. NetCom his proud to have Josh on our roster of IT geniuses.
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- Architectured NetCom Learning's Mobile Development Professional training package (Android & iPhone)
- Acclaimed instructor at NetCom Learning, with evaluation score of 8.7 out of 9.
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Mark is an accomplished web and mobile development trainer and Subject Matter Expert. He has been teaching beginner to advanced software engineering and development classes since 2005. With an extensive background in corporate programming he easily understands the impact of new technologies and the knowledge developers need to succeed.
Most recently Mark architectured NetCom Learning's Mobile Development Professional training package (Android & iPhone) to much critical acclaim. Mark's passion and aptitude for the subject matter is abundant, and clearly evident in his near-perfect post-class evaluation scores (8.7 out of 9) and praise from clients.
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