CompTIA courts IT newcomers with 'on-ramp' network, security courses

CompTIA a+ Network

The CompTIA a+ Network is designed for individuals with no professional IT experience seeking an on-ramp to computer networking jobs. The $499 course provides a foundation in computer network fundamentals in 31 hours of instruction and teaches individuals to set up and support networks, troubleshoot issues, and manage Linux and Windows systems, according to CompTIA. The training can help professionals that are preparing to take the CompTIA Network+ certification exam and passing the exam can lead to network-related roles such as IT support manager, network administrator, and data center technician.

Topics covered in the CompTIA a+ Network course include:

• Network client fundamentals
• Local network types
• Other network types
• Enterprise network application support
• Network operations support fundamentals
• Network troubleshooting fundamentals
• Linux app server fundamentals
• Automation scripting fundamentals
• Data management fundaments

CompTIA a+ Cyber

CompTIA a+ Cyber can be considered a starting point for cybersecurity training, laying the foundation needed to begin training for cybersecurity certifications. Priced at $499, the course includes some 31 hours of instruction and covers the skills to secure devices and home networks. It also will help those who take the course to understand tools and methods to protect networks of all sizes, effectively managing both Linux and Windows systems, according to CompTIA.