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Discover the inner workings of computers! Learn how to configure and troubleshoot computer hardware in real-world environments with hands-on practice. This online course is the first of three courses necessary to prepare you for the CompTIA A+ Certification.

Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive inside your personal computer! The CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 1: Hardware course is the first of three CompTIA courses you will need to take to successfully prepare for your A+ certification. It teaches you about the hardware common to nearly every personal computer, including microprocessors, RAM, power supplies, motherboards, UEFI/BIOS, the system setup utility, the expansion bus, and input/output devices.

Throughout our CompTIA A+ prep course, you will learn techniques every tech masters for building and troubleshooting all sorts of computers, plus get the inside scoop on how techs work within the enterprise. This computer hardware course also gives you the base knowledge needed to continue your CompTIA A+ certification studies for the 220-1101 and 220-1102 exams.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
• It's also recommended that you have a PC that you can take apart and put back together again. Because of the dangers of electro-static discharge (to the machine, not to you), you are not required to tear apart your own primary computer. This is, however, a class that trains you to be a hardware technician - having a machine to play with greatly helps your learning.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

The Art of the Tech

This lesson will introduce you to the course and to the CompTIA A+ certification, and then move right into essential information for every tech. You'll get the scoop on how the many components of the personal computer work together. The lesson will discuss how professional techs behave and interact with clients. It will then finish off by teaching you a tried-and-true troubleshooting methodology that will apply to all tech situations.

Desktop PC Basics

In this lesson, you'll take a tour of a desktop PC, starting with the exterior connectors. You'll explore the details of the interior devices as well. The goal is for you to begin learning proper tech terminology and become familiar with standard computer components. You'll also learn about some common computer roles so that you can better understand why desktop PCs are used in both homes and businesses.

Laptop PC Basics

This lesson looks at the ways laptops differ from desktops. You'll learn about laptop hardware, including a variety of support devices such as docking stations and port replicators. You'll find out how to manage laptop power and battery life and how to protect, maintain, and troubleshoot laptops.

Maintenance and Safety Precautions

In this lesson we dive into the important safety techniques that every good tech absolutely needs to know. These range from how to clean a computer to methods to avoid tech-induced damage to how to dispose of old parts safely.

Central Processing Units and RAM

In this lesson, we'll deliver the goods on central processing units, the core processing component in every PC. We'll explain variations in technology and then give practical information and advice on installing and troubleshooting CPUs. Plus, we'll dig into the details of one of the foundations of the computer: RAM. With RAM, the CPU can make magic happen. Without it? Literally nothing can happen. You'll learn about the different varieties of RAM and proper techniques for installing it. Then, we'll wrap up the lesson with troubleshooting RAM and memory problems.

Motherboards and Cases

In this lesson, we'll teach you about the essential programming that makes computers function, what's called the BIOS or UEFI. Plus, you'll learn about the special tools we use for storing configuration options for BIOS and UEFI. It's awesome stuff! We'll also teach you all about motherboards, the bedrock of every PC. You'll learn form factors, types of expansion slots, and installation steps for expansion cards. In this lesson, we'll also cover upgrading, installing, and troubleshooting motherboards.

Powering the PC

Today, we'll introduce you to power supplies and the basics of powering a PC. You'll learn about how electricity gets from your wall outlet into your PC, along with how to test that electricity. We'll teach you about the many power supply standards and how to install one inside your PC. Finally, we'll discuss how to troubleshoot a power supply with problems.

Input Devices

In this lesson, you'll learn about devices that enable you to input data into your computer. We'll discuss standard input devices (like keyboards and mice) and multimedia devices (like digital cameras and webcams). We'll also teach you about connecting those devices to your computers using connectors like USB and Thunderbolt.

Storage Technologies

Today, we'll dig into storage technologies, including traditional hard disk drives and modern solid-state drives. You'll also learn how to install storage devices of several interface types, including SATA and M.2. We'll also explain the fundamentals of troubleshooting storage devices.

Working with Storage Devices

In this lesson, you'll learn how to prepare a storage device such as a hard disk drive or solid-state drive for use by an operating system. You'll also learn about partitioning and formatting and how to maintain your data using several included Windows utilities.

Removable Media and RAID

In this lesson, you'll explore various forms of mass storage that you can take with you, such as USB flash media, memory cards, optical drives, and external drives. You'll also discover how RAID arrays improve storage performance and/or reliability.

Operational Procedures

As we wrap up the course, you'll learn about all the other stuff that goes into making IT work, such as documentation, change management, ticketing systems, and disaster prevention and recovery.

What you will learn

• Learn proper tech terminology and how all the components of the PC work together
• Discover important safety techniques that every good tech needs to know
• Gain practical information and advice on installing and troubleshooting CPUs
• Learn about the different varieties of RAM and proper techniques for installing it
• Obtain everything you need to know about motherboard form factors, types of expansion slots, and installation steps for expansion cards
• Gain knowledge of hard drive technologies and the fundamentals of protecting data with RAID technology

How you will benefit

• Learn the skills you need to promote yourself as a PC hardware technician capable of solving various computer issues
• Gain the confidence you need to successfully perform integral computer support in the workplace
• Become an indispensable part of any organization that uses computers daily
• Complete the first of three courses needed to prepare for your CompTIA A+ certification

Mike Meyers

Mike Meyers, also known as the "Alpha Geek," is widely recognized as the leading authority on CompTIA Certifications in the industry. He co-founded Total Seminars, LLC and National Cyber Group, LLC, and has been providing PC and network repair seminars, books, videos, and courseware to thousands of organizations worldwide. With his extensive experience in the computer and network repair industry since 1987, Mike has worked as a technician, instructor, author, consultant, and speaker.

Mike is the author of several popular PC books and videos, including the best-selling CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide and CompTIA Network+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide. He also serves as the series editor for the highly successful Mike Meyers' Certification Passport series and the Mike Meyers' Guide to series. Mike has sold over a million IT and certification books.

Discover the inner workings of computers! Learn how to configure and troubleshoot computer hardware in real-world environments with hands-on practice. This online course is the first of three courses necessary to prepare you for the CompTIA A+ Certification.

Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive inside your personal computer! The CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 1: Hardware course is the first of three CompTIA courses you will need to take to successfully prepare for your A+ certification. It teaches you about the hardware common to nearly every personal computer, including microprocessors, RAM, power supplies, motherboards, UEFI/BIOS, the system setup utility, the expansion bus, and input/output devices.

Throughout our CompTIA A+ prep course, you will learn techniques every tech masters for building and troubleshooting all sorts of computers, plus get the inside scoop on how techs work within the enterprise. This computer hardware course also gives you the base knowledge needed to continue your CompTIA A+ certification studies for the 220-1101 and 220-1102 exams.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
• It's also recommended that you have a PC that you can take apart and put back together again. Because of the dangers of electro-static discharge (to the machine, not to you), you are not required to tear apart your own primary computer. This is, however, a class that trains you to be a hardware technician - having a machine to play with greatly helps your learning.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

The Art of the Tech

This lesson will introduce you to the course and to the CompTIA A+ certification, and then move right into essential information for every tech. You'll get the scoop on how the many components of the personal computer work together. The lesson will discuss how professional techs behave and interact with clients. It will then finish off by teaching you a tried-and-true troubleshooting methodology that will apply to all tech situations.

Desktop PC Basics

In this lesson, you'll take a tour of a desktop PC, starting with the exterior connectors. You'll explore the details of the interior devices as well. The goal is for you to begin learning proper tech terminology and become familiar with standard computer components. You'll also learn about some common computer roles so that you can better understand why desktop PCs are used in both homes and businesses.

Laptop PC Basics

This lesson looks at the ways laptops differ from desktops. You'll learn about laptop hardware, including a variety of support devices such as docking stations and port replicators. You'll find out how to manage laptop power and battery life and how to protect, maintain, and troubleshoot laptops.

Maintenance and Safety Precautions

In this lesson we dive into the important safety techniques that every good tech absolutely needs to know. These range from how to clean a computer to methods to avoid tech-induced damage to how to dispose of old parts safely.

Central Processing Units and RAM

In this lesson, we'll deliver the goods on central processing units, the core processing component in every PC. We'll explain variations in technology and then give practical information and advice on installing and troubleshooting CPUs. Plus, we'll dig into the details of one of the foundations of the computer: RAM. With RAM, the CPU can make magic happen. Without it? Literally nothing can happen. You'll learn about the different varieties of RAM and proper techniques for installing it. Then, we'll wrap up the lesson with troubleshooting RAM and memory problems.

Motherboards and Cases

In this lesson, we'll teach you about the essential programming that makes computers function, what's called the BIOS or UEFI. Plus, you'll learn about the special tools we use for storing configuration options for BIOS and UEFI. It's awesome stuff! We'll also teach you all about motherboards, the bedrock of every PC. You'll learn form factors, types of expansion slots, and installation steps for expansion cards. In this lesson, we'll also cover upgrading, installing, and troubleshooting motherboards.

Powering the PC

Today, we'll introduce you to power supplies and the basics of powering a PC. You'll learn about how electricity gets from your wall outlet into your PC, along with how to test that electricity. We'll teach you about the many power supply standards and how to install one inside your PC. Finally, we'll discuss how to troubleshoot a power supply with problems.

Input Devices

In this lesson, you'll learn about devices that enable you to input data into your computer. We'll discuss standard input devices (like keyboards and mice) and multimedia devices (like digital cameras and webcams). We'll also teach you about connecting those devices to your computers using connectors like USB and Thunderbolt.

Storage Technologies

Today, we'll dig into storage technologies, including traditional hard disk drives and modern solid-state drives. You'll also learn how to install storage devices of several interface types, including SATA and M.2. We'll also explain the fundamentals of troubleshooting storage devices.

Working with Storage Devices

In this lesson, you'll learn how to prepare a storage device such as a hard disk drive or solid-state drive for use by an operating system. You'll also learn about partitioning and formatting and how to maintain your data using several included Windows utilities.

Removable Media and RAID

In this lesson, you'll explore various forms of mass storage that you can take with you, such as USB flash media, memory cards, optical drives, and external drives. You'll also discover how RAID arrays improve storage performance and/or reliability.

Operational Procedures

As we wrap up the course, you'll learn about all the other stuff that goes into making IT work, such as documentation, change management, ticketing systems, and disaster prevention and recovery.

What you will learn

• Learn proper tech terminology and how all the components of the PC work together
• Discover important safety techniques that every good tech needs to know
• Gain practical information and advice on installing and troubleshooting CPUs
• Learn about the different varieties of RAM and proper techniques for installing it
• Obtain everything you need to know about motherboard form factors, types of expansion slots, and installation steps for expansion cards
• Gain knowledge of hard drive technologies and the fundamentals of protecting data with RAID technology

How you will benefit

• Learn the skills you need to promote yourself as a PC hardware technician capable of solving various computer issues
• Gain the confidence you need to successfully perform integral computer support in the workplace
• Become an indispensable part of any organization that uses computers daily
• Complete the first of three courses needed to prepare for your CompTIA A+ certification

Mike Meyers

Mike Meyers, also known as the "Alpha Geek," is widely recognized as the leading authority on CompTIA Certifications in the industry. He co-founded Total Seminars, LLC and National Cyber Group, LLC, and has been providing PC and network repair seminars, books, videos, and courseware to thousands of organizations worldwide. With his extensive experience in the computer and network repair industry since 1987, Mike has worked as a technician, instructor, author, consultant, and speaker.

Mike is the author of several popular PC books and videos, including the best-selling CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide and CompTIA Network+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide. He also serves as the series editor for the highly successful Mike Meyers' Certification Passport series and the Mike Meyers' Guide to series. Mike has sold over a million IT and certification books.

Discover the inner workings of computers! Learn how to configure and troubleshoot computer hardware in real-world environments with hands-on practice. This online course is the first of three courses necessary to prepare you for the CompTIA A+ Certification.

Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive inside your personal computer! The CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 1: Hardware course is the first of three CompTIA courses you will need to take to successfully prepare for your A+ certification. It teaches you about the hardware common to nearly every personal computer, including microprocessors, RAM, power supplies, motherboards, UEFI/BIOS, the system setup utility, the expansion bus, and input/output devices.

Throughout our CompTIA A+ prep course, you will learn techniques every tech masters for building and troubleshooting all sorts of computers, plus get the inside scoop on how techs work within the enterprise. This computer hardware course also gives you the base knowledge needed to continue your CompTIA A+ certification studies for the 220-1101 and 220-1102 exams.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
• It's also recommended that you have a PC that you can take apart and put back together again. Because of the dangers of electro-static discharge (to the machine, not the student), you are not required to tear apart your own primary computer. This is, however, a class that trains you to be a hardware technician - having a machine to play with greatly helps your learning.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

The CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 1: Hardware course teaches you about the hardware common to nearly every personal computer, including microprocessors, RAM, power supplies, motherboards, UEFI/BIOS, the system setup utility, the expansion bus, and input/output devices.

According to CompTIA, getting your A+ certification can lead to a rewarding IT career—with average salaries ranging from $45,000-$60,000, depending on the role you pursue.

Note: To properly prepare for your 220-1101/1102 CompTIA A+ certification exams, in addition to this course, you will need to complete the following course series: CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 2: Software and CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 3: Network Security.

1. The Art of the Tech
2. Desktop PC Basics
3. Laptop PC Basics
4. Maintenance and Safety Precautions
5. Central Processing Units and RAM
6. Motherboards and Cases
7. Powering the PC
8. Input Devices
9. Storage Technologies
10. Working with Storage Devices
11. Removable Media and RAID
12. Operational Procedures

What you will learn

• Learn proper tech terminology and how all the components of the PC work together
• Discover important safety techniques that every good tech needs to know
• Gain practical information and advice on installing and troubleshooting CPUs
• Learn about the different varieties of RAM and proper techniques for installing it
• Obtain everything you need to know about motherboard form factors, types of expansion slots, and installation steps for expansion cards
• Gain knowledge of hard drive technologies and the fundamentals of protecting data with RAID technology

How you will benefit

• Learn the skills you need to promote yourself as a PC hardware technician capable of solving various computer issues
• Gain the confidence you need to successfully perform integral computer support in the workplace
• Become an indispensable part of any organization that uses computers daily
• Complete the first of three courses needed to prepare for your CompTIA A+ certification

Discover the inner workings of computers! Learn how to configure and troubleshoot computer hardware in real-world environments with hands-on practice. This online course is the first of three courses necessary to prepare you for the CompTIA A+ Certification.

Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive inside your personal computer! The CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 1: Hardware course is the first of three CompTIA courses you will need to take to successfully prepare for your A+ certification. It teaches you about the hardware common to nearly every personal computer, including microprocessors, RAM, power supplies, motherboards, UEFI/BIOS, the system setup utility, the expansion bus, and input/output devices.

Throughout our CompTIA A+ prep course, you will learn techniques every tech masters for building and troubleshooting all sorts of computers, plus get the inside scoop on how techs work within the enterprise. This computer hardware course also gives you the base knowledge needed to continue your CompTIA A+ certification studies for the 220-1101 and 220-1102 exams.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
• It's also recommended that you have a PC that you can take apart and put back together again. Because of the dangers of electro-static discharge (to the machine, not the student), you are not required to tear apart your own primary computer. This is, however, a class that trains you to be a hardware technician - having a machine to play with greatly helps your learning.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

The CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 1: Hardware course teaches you about the hardware common to nearly every personal computer, including microprocessors, RAM, power supplies, motherboards, UEFI/BIOS, the system setup utility, the expansion bus, and input/output devices.

According to CompTIA, getting your A+ certification can lead to a rewarding IT career—with average salaries ranging from $45,000-$60,000, depending on the role you pursue.

Note: To properly prepare for your 220-1101/1102 CompTIA A+ certification exams, in addition to this course, you will need to complete the following course series: CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 2: Software and CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 3: Network Security.

1. The Art of the Tech
2. Desktop PC Basics
3. Laptop PC Basics
4. Maintenance and Safety Precautions
5. Central Processing Units and RAM
6. Motherboards and Cases
7. Powering the PC
8. Input Devices
9. Storage Technologies
10. Working with Storage Devices
11. Removable Media and RAID
12. Operational Procedures

What you will learn

• Learn proper tech terminology and how all the components of the PC work together
• Discover important safety techniques that every good tech needs to know
• Gain practical information and advice on installing and troubleshooting CPUs
• Learn about the different varieties of RAM and proper techniques for installing it
• Obtain everything you need to know about motherboard form factors, types of expansion slots, and installation steps for expansion cards
• Gain knowledge of hard drive technologies and the fundamentals of protecting data with RAID technology

How you will benefit

• Learn the skills you need to promote yourself as a PC hardware technician capable of solving various computer issues
• Gain the confidence you need to successfully perform integral computer support in the workplace
• Become an indispensable part of any organization that uses computers daily
• Complete the first of three courses needed to prepare for your CompTIA A+ certification

Take the next step toward becoming a CompTIA A+ certified tech by mastering virtualization, multifunction devices, and three versions of Windows, plus macOS and Linux operating systems as you prepare for your A+ certification exam. This is the second of three courses in our A+ certification prep series.

The CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 2: Software course picks up where the CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 1: Hardware course left off and dives into Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Throughout the CompTIA A+ prep training, you will learn about operating systems from installation to operations, maintenance to troubleshooting. Our computer software training course teaches you about virtualization and virtual machines, plus it goes in-depth on printer and multifunction device technologies.

This CompTIA A+ prep course takes you through the second of three prep courses you need to become both a highly competent computer tech and a CompTIA A+ certified technician, using the 1101 and 1102 competencies.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
• Access to a Mac running macOS (in addition to the PC) is recommended.
• You should have access to a hard drive that you can install, format, and partition, and to a couple of Plug and Play devices that you can practice installing. Because of the dangers of electro-static discharge (to the machine), you are not required to tear apart your own primary computer.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge is also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Understanding Operating Systems

In this lesson, you'll learn basic operating system concepts and the various operating systems (and versions) covered on the CompTIA A+ exams. You'll explore common OS functions that enable users, software, and hardware to interact with each other. We'll also look at the primary user interfaces—the graphic user interface and the command line interface—and how the GUI manifests in recent versions of Windows, macOS, and Linux. We'll also look at basic OS security features that protect the system by authenticating users and requiring proper authorization to take certain actions.

Installing Windows

This lesson is all about Microsoft Windows. You'll learn how to prepare for installing or upgrading Windows, install the OS, and apply the post-installation finishing touches. You'll also learn how to troubleshoot any problems that might pop up during installation.

Starting Windows and Managing User Accounts

What do you do after installing Windows? Start it up, of course! Here you'll learn about sign-in options and security, and the different kinds of user accounts available and how to manage them. Then you'll discover the various ways that Windows controls access to files and other resources based on the permissions assigned to user accounts and groups.

Customizing and Configuring Windows

This lesson focuses on the two main Windows utilities that you can use to customize and configure its settings: the Settings app and the Control Panel. We'll compare the two utilities and then review how to make the most common system changes, such as changing desktop appearance settings, disabling a webcam, modifying default apps for certain file types, and more.

Using Windows Utilities

Windows includes dozens of helpful special-purpose utilities you can use to configure and troubleshoot a system. Here you'll learn about the Task Manager and its role in shutting down unresponsive apps and correcting slow startup and sluggish performance issues. Then we'll look at the Microsoft Management Console and explore some of its most popular snap-ins. You'll finish up by learning how to access, back up, and make changes to the Registry and understand the Registry's structure.

Exploring macOS and Linux

CompTIA A+ exam 220-1102 includes several objectives that deal with macOS and Linux, and this lesson prepares you for that by explaining the macOS desktop and how to use it to manage files, install and run apps, and access popular utilities such as Keychain and Boot Camp. You'll learn how to customize the desktop and protect your disks, files, and accounts. We'll round out this lesson by explaining the basics of the Linux OS, including distros, the (optional) desktop GUI, file systems, startup apps, and software updates.

Working at a Command Prompt

In this lesson, you'll learn how to use the text-based command-line interface in each of the "big three" operating systems: Windows, macOS, and Linux. You'll explore the command prompt and find out how to use it to navigate the folder structure. You'll learn about basic commands for listing files and creating new directories, and we'll discuss advanced commands for moving and copying files. This lesson will finish up by explaining the basics of scripting using text commands.

Troubleshooting Windows Startup and System Issues

This lesson looks at the various reasons a Windows system doesn't boot normally—or isn't stable after booting up—and how to fix them. You'll learn about the Windows Recovery Environment and its many tools and features, and explore the options on the Startup Settings menu, such as Safe Mode. Then you'll take your command prompt knowledge from Lesson 7 and put it to work to troubleshoot and repair boot problems at a command line interface. Finally, we'll look at the various causes of system instability and crashes and how to troubleshoot them.

Troubleshooting Windows Performance and Application Issues

This lesson continues our look at Windows troubleshooting. It tackles some common Windows performance problems from sluggish performance to services not starting, and demonstrates some of Windows' many tools and utilities for troubleshooting various problems. Here you'll put to work many of the utilities you learned about in earlier lessons in specific troubleshooting scenarios, and access the many troubleshooting tools and wizards that Windows provides for different kinds of hardware and connectivity issues.

Virtual Machines and Remote Access

In this lesson, we'll discuss virtualization—using special software to run a second operating system within your actual OS. We'll show you what virtualization is and explain its many benefits. You'll also learn about the types of virtualization and popular virtualization software. To finish up this lesson, you'll learn about technologies that enable technicians (and also end users) to control computers remotely.

Printers and Multifunction Devices

The CompTIA A+ certification strongly stresses the area of multifunction devices (MFDs) and printing, so you'll need a high degree of technical knowledge about all types of printers. Here we'll begin our trip into printers and MFDs. You'll learn about the types of printers and scanners in common use today. We'll teach you how printers connect to PCs and networks, plus we'll talk about how they communicate with computers. Finally, we'll look at the laser printing process in detail so that you can troubleshoot like a printer technician.

Installing and Troubleshooting Printers and Multifunction Devices

In this course's final lesson, you'll learn the practical side of supporting printers and MFDs. You'll learn how to unbox and set up a printer, and how to install drivers for it to make it work in Windows. You'll then learn how to configure and maintain printers, and how to troubleshoot the many different problems that printers have, from general connectivity issues to print quality problems specific to certain printer technologies.

What you will learn

• Learn how to install, organize, maintain, and troubleshoot three different versions of Windows (explore similar features in MacOS and Linux)
• Examine and compare the features and structures of Windows Vista, 7, and 8/8.1
• Get a deeper understanding of how we use virtualization and virtual machines in modern networks
• Learn about printers and multifunction devices, from the various technologies in use to installing and troubleshooting

How you will benefit

• Master many of the techniques covered on the certification exam and feel confident on test day
• Become an integral part of any organization as you learn to install and troubleshoot new hardware, software, and MFDs
• Open the door to new opportunities as a technician once certification is achieved

Mike Meyers

 Mike Meyers, also known as the "Alpha Geek," is widely recognized as the leading authority on CompTIA Certifications in the industry. He co-founded Total Seminars, LLC and National Cyber Group, LLC, and has been providing PC and network repair seminars, books, videos, and courseware to thousands of organizations worldwide. With his extensive experience in the computer and network repair industry since 1987, Mike has worked as a technician, instructor, author, consultant, and speaker.

Mike is the author of several popular PC books and videos, including the best-selling CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide and CompTIA Network+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide. He also serves as the series editor for the highly successful Mike Meyers' Certification Passport series and the Mike Meyers' Guide to series. Mike has sold over a million IT and certification books.

Take the next step toward becoming a CompTIA A+ certified tech by mastering virtualization, multifunction devices, and three versions of Windows, plus macOS and Linux operating systems as you prepare for your A+ certification exam. This is the second of three courses in our A+ certification prep series.

The CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 2: Software course picks up where the CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 1: Hardware course left off and dives into Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Throughout the CompTIA A+ prep training, you will learn about operating systems from installation to operations, maintenance to troubleshooting. Our computer software training course teaches you about virtualization and virtual machines, plus it goes in-depth on printer and multifunction device technologies.

This CompTIA A+ prep course takes you through the second of three prep courses you need to become both a highly competent computer tech and a CompTIA A+ certified technician, using the 1101 and 1102 competencies.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
• Access to a Mac running macOS (in addition to the PC) is recommended.
• You should have access to a hard drive that you can install, format, and partition, and to a couple of Plug and Play devices that you can practice installing. Because of the dangers of electro-static discharge (to the machine), you are not required to tear apart your own primary computer.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge is also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Understanding Operating Systems

In this lesson, you'll learn basic operating system concepts and the various operating systems (and versions) covered on the CompTIA A+ exams. You'll explore common OS functions that enable users, software, and hardware to interact with each other. We'll also look at the primary user interfaces—the graphic user interface and the command line interface—and how the GUI manifests in recent versions of Windows, macOS, and Linux. We'll also look at basic OS security features that protect the system by authenticating users and requiring proper authorization to take certain actions.

Installing Windows

This lesson is all about Microsoft Windows. You'll learn how to prepare for installing or upgrading Windows, install the OS, and apply the post-installation finishing touches. You'll also learn how to troubleshoot any problems that might pop up during installation.

Starting Windows and Managing User Accounts

What do you do after installing Windows? Start it up, of course! Here you'll learn about sign-in options and security, and the different kinds of user accounts available and how to manage them. Then you'll discover the various ways that Windows controls access to files and other resources based on the permissions assigned to user accounts and groups.

Customizing and Configuring Windows

This lesson focuses on the two main Windows utilities that you can use to customize and configure its settings: the Settings app and the Control Panel. We'll compare the two utilities and then review how to make the most common system changes, such as changing desktop appearance settings, disabling a webcam, modifying default apps for certain file types, and more.

Using Windows Utilities

Windows includes dozens of helpful special-purpose utilities you can use to configure and troubleshoot a system. Here you'll learn about the Task Manager and its role in shutting down unresponsive apps and correcting slow startup and sluggish performance issues. Then we'll look at the Microsoft Management Console and explore some of its most popular snap-ins. You'll finish up by learning how to access, back up, and make changes to the Registry and understand the Registry's structure.

Exploring macOS and Linux

CompTIA A+ exam 220-1102 includes several objectives that deal with macOS and Linux, and this lesson prepares you for that by explaining the macOS desktop and how to use it to manage files, install and run apps, and access popular utilities such as Keychain and Boot Camp. You'll learn how to customize the desktop and protect your disks, files, and accounts. We'll round out this lesson by explaining the basics of the Linux OS, including distros, the (optional) desktop GUI, file systems, startup apps, and software updates.

Working at a Command Prompt

In this lesson, you'll learn how to use the text-based command-line interface in each of the "big three" operating systems: Windows, macOS, and Linux. You'll explore the command prompt and find out how to use it to navigate the folder structure. You'll learn about basic commands for listing files and creating new directories, and we'll discuss advanced commands for moving and copying files. This lesson will finish up by explaining the basics of scripting using text commands.

Troubleshooting Windows Startup and System Issues

This lesson looks at the various reasons a Windows system doesn't boot normally—or isn't stable after booting up—and how to fix them. You'll learn about the Windows Recovery Environment and its many tools and features, and explore the options on the Startup Settings menu, such as Safe Mode. Then you'll take your command prompt knowledge from Lesson 7 and put it to work to troubleshoot and repair boot problems at a command line interface. Finally, we'll look at the various causes of system instability and crashes and how to troubleshoot them.

Troubleshooting Windows Performance and Application Issues

This lesson continues our look at Windows troubleshooting. It tackles some common Windows performance problems from sluggish performance to services not starting, and demonstrates some of Windows' many tools and utilities for troubleshooting various problems. Here you'll put to work many of the utilities you learned about in earlier lessons in specific troubleshooting scenarios, and access the many troubleshooting tools and wizards that Windows provides for different kinds of hardware and connectivity issues.

Virtual Machines and Remote Access

In this lesson, we'll discuss virtualization—using special software to run a second operating system within your actual OS. We'll show you what virtualization is and explain its many benefits. You'll also learn about the types of virtualization and popular virtualization software. To finish up this lesson, you'll learn about technologies that enable technicians (and also end users) to control computers remotely.

Printers and Multifunction Devices

The CompTIA A+ certification strongly stresses the area of multifunction devices (MFDs) and printing, so you'll need a high degree of technical knowledge about all types of printers. Here we'll begin our trip into printers and MFDs. You'll learn about the types of printers and scanners in common use today. We'll teach you how printers connect to PCs and networks, plus we'll talk about how they communicate with computers. Finally, we'll look at the laser printing process in detail so that you can troubleshoot like a printer technician.

Installing and Troubleshooting Printers and Multifunction Devices

In this course's final lesson, you'll learn the practical side of supporting printers and MFDs. You'll learn how to unbox and set up a printer, and how to install drivers for it to make it work in Windows. You'll then learn how to configure and maintain printers, and how to troubleshoot the many different problems that printers have, from general connectivity issues to print quality problems specific to certain printer technologies.

What you will learn

• Learn how to install, organize, maintain, and troubleshoot three different versions of Windows (explore similar features in MacOS and Linux)
• Examine and compare the features and structures of Windows Vista, 7, and 8/8.1
• Get a deeper understanding of how we use virtualization and virtual machines in modern networks
• Learn about printers and multifunction devices, from the various technologies in use to installing and troubleshooting

How you will benefit

• Master many of the techniques covered on the certification exam and feel confident on test day
• Become an integral part of any organization as you learn to install and troubleshoot new hardware, software, and MFDs
• Open the door to new opportunities as a technician once certification is achieved

Mike Meyers

 Mike Meyers, also known as the "Alpha Geek," is widely recognized as the leading authority on CompTIA Certifications in the industry. He co-founded Total Seminars, LLC and National Cyber Group, LLC, and has been providing PC and network repair seminars, books, videos, and courseware to thousands of organizations worldwide. With his extensive experience in the computer and network repair industry since 1987, Mike has worked as a technician, instructor, author, consultant, and speaker.

Mike is the author of several popular PC books and videos, including the best-selling CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide and CompTIA Network+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide. He also serves as the series editor for the highly successful Mike Meyers' Certification Passport series and the Mike Meyers' Guide to series. Mike has sold over a million IT and certification books.

Take the next step toward becoming a CompTIA A+ certified tech by mastering virtualization, multifunction devices, and three versions of Windows, plus macOS and Linux operating systems as you prepare for your A+ certification exam. This is the second of three courses in our A+ certification prep series.

The CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 2: Software course picks up where the CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 1: Hardware course left off and dives into Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Throughout the CompTIA A+ prep training, you will learn about operating systems from installation to operations, maintenance to troubleshooting. Our computer software training course teaches you about virtualization and virtual machines, plus it goes in-depth on printer and multifunction device technologies.

This CompTIA A+ prep course takes you through the second of three prep courses you need to become both a highly competent computer tech and a CompTIA A+ certified technician, using the 1101 and 1102 competencies.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
• Access to a Mac running macOS (in addition to the PC) is recommended.
• You should have access to a hard drive that you can install, format, and partition, and to a couple of Plug and Play devices that you can practice installing. Because of the dangers of electro-static discharge (to the machine), you are not required to tear apart your own primary computer.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge is also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

The CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 2: Software course teaches you about working with many different operating systems, virtual machines, and various software. In part two of our three-step series, you will learn how to operate and maintain these items on our systems.

According to CompTIA, getting your A+ certification can lead to a rewarding IT career—with average salaries ranging from $45,000-$60,000, depending on the role you pursue.

Note: Students should previously have completed the CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 1: Hardware course. Upon completion of CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 2: Software, you should prepare to enroll in our final prep course, CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 3: Network Security, to successfully prepare for both the 220-1101/1102 exams and your career as a certified technician.

1. Understanding Operating Systems
2. Installing Windows
3. Starting Windows and Managing User Accounts
4. Customizing and Configuring Windows
5. Using Windows Utilities
6. Exploring macOS and Linux
7. Working at a Command Prompt
8. Troubleshooting Windows Startup and System Issues
9. Troubleshooting Windows Performance and Application Issues
10. Virtual Machines and Remote Access
11. Printers and Multifunction Devices
12. Installing and Troubleshooting Printers and Multifunction Devices

What you will learn

• Learn how to install, organize, maintain, and troubleshoot three different versions of Windows (explore similar features in MacOS and Linux)
• Examine and compare the features and structures of Windows Vista, 7, and 8/8.1
• Get a deeper understanding of how we use virtualization and virtual machines in modern networks
• Learn about printers and multifunction devices, from the various technologies in use to installing and troubleshooting

How you will benefit

• Master many of the techniques covered on the certification exam and feel confident on test day
• Become an integral part of any organization as you learn to install and troubleshoot new hardware, software, and MFDs
• Open the door to new opportunities as a technician once certification is achieved

Take the next step toward becoming a CompTIA A+ certified tech by mastering virtualization, multifunction devices, and three versions of Windows, plus macOS and Linux operating systems as you prepare for your A+ certification exam. This is the second of three courses in our A+ certification prep series.

The CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 2: Software course picks up where the CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 1: Hardware course left off and dives into Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Throughout the CompTIA A+ prep training, you will learn about operating systems from installation to operations, maintenance to troubleshooting. Our computer software training course teaches you about virtualization and virtual machines, plus it goes in-depth on printer and multifunction device technologies.

This CompTIA A+ prep course takes you through the second of three prep courses you need to become both a highly competent computer tech and a CompTIA A+ certified technician, using the 1101 and 1102 competencies.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
• Access to a Mac running macOS (in addition to the PC) is recommended.
• You should have access to a hard drive that you can install, format, and partition, and to a couple of Plug and Play devices that you can practice installing. Because of the dangers of electro-static discharge (to the machine), you are not required to tear apart your own primary computer.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge is also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

The CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 2: Software course teaches you about working with many different operating systems, virtual machines, and various software. In part two of our three-step series, you will learn how to operate and maintain these items on our systems.

According to CompTIA, getting your A+ certification can lead to a rewarding IT career—with average salaries ranging from $45,000-$60,000, depending on the role you pursue.

Note: Students should previously have completed the CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 1: Hardware course. Upon completion of CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 2: Software, you should prepare to enroll in our final prep course, CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 3: Network Security, to successfully prepare for both the 220-1101/1102 exams and your career as a certified technician.

1. Understanding Operating Systems
2. Installing Windows
3. Starting Windows and Managing User Accounts
4. Customizing and Configuring Windows
5. Using Windows Utilities
6. Exploring macOS and Linux
7. Working at a Command Prompt
8. Troubleshooting Windows Startup and System Issues
9. Troubleshooting Windows Performance and Application Issues
10. Virtual Machines and Remote Access
11. Printers and Multifunction Devices
12. Installing and Troubleshooting Printers and Multifunction Devices

What you will learn

• Learn how to install, organize, maintain, and troubleshoot three different versions of Windows (explore similar features in MacOS and Linux)
• Examine and compare the features and structures of Windows Vista, 7, and 8/8.1
• Get a deeper understanding of how we use virtualization and virtual machines in modern networks
• Learn about printers and multifunction devices, from the various technologies in use to installing and troubleshooting

How you will benefit

• Master many of the techniques covered on the certification exam and feel confident on test day
• Become an integral part of any organization as you learn to install and troubleshoot new hardware, software, and MFDs
• Open the door to new opportunities as a technician once certification is achieved

Finish your CompTIA A+ certification prep by learning how to select, install, and service video, sound, and portable computers. In this final course needed in the three-part A+ certification series, you will learn how to network, secure, and troubleshoot.

The CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 3: Networking/Security course focuses on fun and practical technology. You will learn how to select, install, and service sound and display components, and how to set up, maintain, and troubleshoot wired and wireless networks.

During this network/security training, you will also learn about many aspects of PC and network security and discover how to configure and troubleshoot tablets and smartphones.

Note: This CompTIA A+ Prep 3 course completes the three-course CompTIA A+ certification exam prep series that is needed to prepare you for both the 220-1101/1102 exams and your career as a certified technician.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
• A Windows PC that you can experiment on. You will probably want to remove/install various devices, such as video, sound, and modems. Because of the dangers of electro-static discharge (to the machine, not the student), however, we do not require you to tear apart your own primary computer. This is a class that trains you to be a technician - having a machine to play with greatly helps your learning.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Video Technologies

In this first lesson, you'll learn the details of monitors—standard desktop and projectors—and video cards. You'll learn how they work and function together to produce the display you see, and how to install and troubleshoot them.

Multimedia

In this lesson, you'll delve into the details of multimedia. You'll explore how sound works in a digital environment, examine all the components that work to record and play back video, and learn how 3D graphics work.

Portable Computing Devices

In this lesson, you'll examine the many features of portable computers. You'll explore the many ways to expand the capabilities of portables, from connecting to external monitors to docking stations. You'll also look at how to upgrade, manage, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot them.

Essentials of Networking

In this lesson, you'll be introduced to the essentials of networking. You'll explore topics such as network hardware and topologies and learn about Ethernet, coaxial and fiber cabling technologies, and more.

Local Area Networking

In this lesson, you'll delve deeper into networking. You'll learn about the TCP/IP protocol and how to install, configure, and troubleshoot a basic network.

Wireless Networking

In this lesson, you'll explore wireless technologies, starting with the basics, such as components, software, modes, security, speed, and range. You'll learn about wireless networking standards, such as radio wave and infrared networks. You'll finish the lesson with a look at installing, configuring, and troubleshooting wireless networks.

Internet Connections

Get ready to take the networking covered in previous lessons and expand it to fill the Internet. You'll start by learning how the Internet works and then examine the various connection types to get onto the Internet. The lesson will be wrapped up with a discussion of how you actually connect.

The Internet

In this lesson, you'll continue to dig further into the nuts and bolts of how the Internet works at the software layer, including the application and utility protocols, Internet applications, and cloud-computing services.

Security Hygiene

This lesson will teach you how to maintain security hygiene. You'll discover the many threats faced and then dive into access-control techniques. You'll also learn about topics like data classification, compliance, and reporting procedures.

Network Security

In this lesson, you'll jump into security aspects in the big bad world; specifically, threats from outside your network. You'll look at malicious software types and how to deal with them. You'll also learn what protections you should establish networkwide. The knowledge in this lesson is invaluable to you as both a tech and for the CompTIA A+ certification exams.

Understanding Mobile Devices

In this lesson, you'll learn about the features and capabilities of smartphones and tablets, as well as the mobile operating systems that power them. You'll also explore common configuration techniques for working with mobile devices.

Care and Feeding of Mobile Devices

In this final lesson, you'll wrap up the trio of CompTIA A+ exam prep courses by learning how to troubleshoot and secure mobile device hardware, operating systems, and apps.

What you will learn

• Learn how to install and troubleshoot video technologies properly
• Understand how to upgrade, manage, maintain, and repair portable computing devices
• Learn the essentials of networking, including local area networking and wireless networking
• Discover the best ways to keep your network secure
• Understand how to work with mobile devices

How you will benefit

• Prepare for both the 1101/1102 CompTIA A+ Certification Exams
• Complete the third and final course needed to prepare for your CompTIA A+ certification
• Open the door to new opportunities as a technician once certification is achieved

Mike Meyers

Mike Meyers, also known as the "Alpha Geek," is widely recognized as the leading authority on CompTIA Certifications in the industry. He co-founded Total Seminars, LLC and National Cyber Group, LLC, and has been providing PC and network repair seminars, books, videos, and courseware to thousands of organizations worldwide. With his extensive experience in the computer and network repair industry since 1987, Mike has worked as a technician, instructor, author, consultant, and speaker.

Mike is the author of several popular PC books and videos, including the best-selling CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide and CompTIA Network+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide. He also serves as the series editor for the highly successful Mike Meyers' Certification Passport series and the Mike Meyers' Guide to series. Mike has sold over a million IT and certification books.

Finish your CompTIA A+ certification prep by learning how to select, install, and service video, sound, and portable computers. In this final course needed in the three-part A+ certification series, you will learn how to network, secure, and troubleshoot.

The CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 3: Networking/Security course focuses on fun and practical technology. You will learn how to select, install, and service sound and display components, and how to set up, maintain, and troubleshoot wired and wireless networks.

During this network/security training, you will also learn about many aspects of PC and network security and discover how to configure and troubleshoot tablets and smartphones.

Note: This CompTIA A+ Prep 3 course completes the three-course CompTIA A+ certification exam prep series that is needed to prepare you for both the 220-1101/1102 exams and your career as a certified technician.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
• A Windows PC that you can experiment on. You will probably want to remove/install various devices, such as video, sound, and modems. Because of the dangers of electro-static discharge (to the machine, not the student), however, we do not require you to tear apart your own primary computer. This is a class that trains you to be a technician - having a machine to play with greatly helps your learning.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Video Technologies

In this first lesson, you'll learn the details of monitors—standard desktop and projectors—and video cards. You'll learn how they work and function together to produce the display you see, and how to install and troubleshoot them.

Multimedia

In this lesson, you'll delve into the details of multimedia. You'll explore how sound works in a digital environment, examine all the components that work to record and play back video, and learn how 3D graphics work.

Portable Computing Devices

In this lesson, you'll examine the many features of portable computers. You'll explore the many ways to expand the capabilities of portables, from connecting to external monitors to docking stations. You'll also look at how to upgrade, manage, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot them.

Essentials of Networking

In this lesson, you'll be introduced to the essentials of networking. You'll explore topics such as network hardware and topologies and learn about Ethernet, coaxial and fiber cabling technologies, and more.

Local Area Networking

In this lesson, you'll delve deeper into networking. You'll learn about the TCP/IP protocol and how to install, configure, and troubleshoot a basic network.

Wireless Networking

In this lesson, you'll explore wireless technologies, starting with the basics, such as components, software, modes, security, speed, and range. You'll learn about wireless networking standards, such as radio wave and infrared networks. You'll finish the lesson with a look at installing, configuring, and troubleshooting wireless networks.

Internet Connections

Get ready to take the networking covered in previous lessons and expand it to fill the Internet. You'll start by learning how the Internet works and then examine the various connection types to get onto the Internet. The lesson will be wrapped up with a discussion of how you actually connect.

The Internet

In this lesson, you'll continue to dig further into the nuts and bolts of how the Internet works at the software layer, including the application and utility protocols, Internet applications, and cloud-computing services.

Security Hygiene

This lesson will teach you how to maintain security hygiene. You'll discover the many threats faced and then dive into access-control techniques. You'll also learn about topics like data classification, compliance, and reporting procedures.

Network Security

In this lesson, you'll jump into security aspects in the big bad world; specifically, threats from outside your network. You'll look at malicious software types and how to deal with them. You'll also learn what protections you should establish networkwide. The knowledge in this lesson is invaluable to you as both a tech and for the CompTIA A+ certification exams.

Understanding Mobile Devices

In this lesson, you'll learn about the features and capabilities of smartphones and tablets, as well as the mobile operating systems that power them. You'll also explore common configuration techniques for working with mobile devices.

Care and Feeding of Mobile Devices

In this final lesson, you'll wrap up the trio of CompTIA A+ exam prep courses by learning how to troubleshoot and secure mobile device hardware, operating systems, and apps.

What you will learn

• Learn how to install and troubleshoot video technologies properly
• Understand how to upgrade, manage, maintain, and repair portable computing devices
• Learn the essentials of networking, including local area networking and wireless networking
• Discover the best ways to keep your network secure
• Understand how to work with mobile devices

How you will benefit

• Prepare for both the 1101/1102 CompTIA A+ Certification Exams
• Complete the third and final course needed to prepare for your CompTIA A+ certification
• Open the door to new opportunities as a technician once certification is achieved

Mike Meyers

Mike Meyers, also known as the "Alpha Geek," is widely recognized as the leading authority on CompTIA Certifications in the industry. He co-founded Total Seminars, LLC and National Cyber Group, LLC, and has been providing PC and network repair seminars, books, videos, and courseware to thousands of organizations worldwide. With his extensive experience in the computer and network repair industry since 1987, Mike has worked as a technician, instructor, author, consultant, and speaker.

Mike is the author of several popular PC books and videos, including the best-selling CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide and CompTIA Network+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide. He also serves as the series editor for the highly successful Mike Meyers' Certification Passport series and the Mike Meyers' Guide to series. Mike has sold over a million IT and certification books.

Finish your CompTIA A+ certification prep by learning how to select, install, and service video, sound, and portable computers. In this final course needed in the three-part A+ certification series, you will learn how to network, secure, and troubleshoot.

The CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 3: Networking/Security course focuses on fun and practical technology. You will learn how to select, install, and service sound and display components, and how to set up, maintain, and troubleshoot wired and wireless networks.

During this network/security training, you will also learn about many aspects of PC and network security and discover how to configure and troubleshoot tablets and smartphones.

Note: This CompTIA A+ Prep 3 course completes the three-course CompTIA A+ certification exam prep series that is needed to prepare you for both the 220-1101/1102 exams and your career as a certified technician.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
• A Windows PC that you can experiment on. You will probably want to remove/install various devices, such as video, sound, and modems. Because of the dangers of electro-static discharge (to the machine, not the student), however, we do not require you to tear apart your own primary computer. This is a class that trains you to be a technician - having a machine to play with greatly helps your learning.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

The CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 3: Networking/Security course focuses on keeping our networks and systems secure from outside threats and how to troubleshoot issues as they appear.

If you want to jumpstart your career with your first tech support job, this third and final course in our CompTIA prep series is a necessary component to prepare you for the A+ certification exam successfully.

According to CompTIA, getting your A+ certification can lead to a rewarding IT career—with average salaries ranging from $45,000-$60,000, depending on the role you pursue.

Note: Students need to complete CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 1: Hardware and CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 2: Software before attempting CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 3: Networking/Security to properly prepare to sit for the A+ certification exam.

1. Video Technologies
2. Multimedia
3. Essentials of Networking
4. Local Area Networking
5. Wireless Networking
6. Internet Connections and Cloud Computing
7. Internet Protocols and Troubleshooting
8. Facility and Workstation Security
9. Authentication and Data Security
10. Network Security
11. Understanding Mobile Devices
12. Care and Feeding of Mobile Devices

What you will learn

• Learn how to install and troubleshoot video technologies properly
• Understand how to upgrade, manage, maintain, and repair portable computing devices
• Learn the essentials of networking, including local area networking and wireless networking
• Discover the best ways to keep your network secure
• Understand how to work with mobile devices

How you will benefit

• Prepare for both the 1001/1002 CompTIA A+ Certification Exams
• Complete the third and final course needed to prepare for your CompTIA A+ certification
• Open the door to new opportunities as a technician once certification is achieved

Finish your CompTIA A+ certification prep by learning how to select, install, and service video, sound, and portable computers. In this final course needed in the three-part A+ certification series, you will learn how to network, secure, and troubleshoot.

The CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 3: Networking/Security course focuses on fun and practical technology. You will learn how to select, install, and service sound and display components, and how to set up, maintain, and troubleshoot wired and wireless networks.

During this network/security training, you will also learn about many aspects of PC and network security and discover how to configure and troubleshoot tablets and smartphones.

Note: This CompTIA A+ Prep 3 course completes the three-course CompTIA A+ certification exam prep series that is needed to prepare you for both the 220-1101/1102 exams and your career as a certified technician.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
• A Windows PC that you can experiment on. You will probably want to remove/install various devices, such as video, sound, and modems. Because of the dangers of electro-static discharge (to the machine, not the student), however, we do not require you to tear apart your own primary computer. This is a class that trains you to be a technician - having a machine to play with greatly helps your learning.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

The CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 3: Networking/Security course focuses on keeping our networks and systems secure from outside threats and how to troubleshoot issues as they appear.

If you want to jumpstart your career with your first tech support job, this third and final course in our CompTIA prep series is a necessary component to prepare you for the A+ certification exam successfully.

According to CompTIA, getting your A+ certification can lead to a rewarding IT career—with average salaries ranging from $45,000-$60,000, depending on the role you pursue.

Note: Students need to complete CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 1: Hardware and CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 2: Software before attempting CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 3: Networking/Security to properly prepare to sit for the A+ certification exam.

1. Video Technologies
2. Multimedia
3. Essentials of Networking
4. Local Area Networking
5. Wireless Networking
6. Internet Connections and Cloud Computing
7. Internet Protocols and Troubleshooting
8. Facility and Workstation Security
9. Authentication and Data Security
10. Network Security
11. Understanding Mobile Devices
12. Care and Feeding of Mobile Devices

What you will learn

• Learn how to install and troubleshoot video technologies properly
• Understand how to upgrade, manage, maintain, and repair portable computing devices
• Learn the essentials of networking, including local area networking and wireless networking
• Discover the best ways to keep your network secure
• Understand how to work with mobile devices

How you will benefit

• Prepare for both the 1001/1002 CompTIA A+ Certification Exams
• Complete the third and final course needed to prepare for your CompTIA A+ certification
• Open the door to new opportunities as a technician once certification is achieved

Develop the knowledge and skills you need to pass the Praxis Core Exam as you review and prepare for everything the test includes.

Are you a prospective teacher who needs to pass the Praxis Core Exam? Have you already attempted the Praxis Core and not been successful? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then this course is for you.

You will get familiar with the different types of questions that appear on the reading and writing tests. You will master the many areas of math that you will be tested on: number operations, negative numbers, exponents, square roots, order of operations, decimals, fractions, percentages, algebra, geometry, systems of measurement, and probability and statistics. To prepare for the two essays, you will learn what constitutes high scoring essays and go through the process of writing each essay in the amount of time allotted.

You will also learn useful test-taking strategies and have the opportunity to take a full-length practice test in each subject area. Using clear explanations, numerous examples, graphics, animation, and videos, this course will not only prepare you for the Praxis Core, but do so in a fun and interesting way. After completing this course, you will be ready to pass the Praxis Core Exam.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

An Overview of Praxis Core

For your first lesson, you will learn all about the Praxis Core exam. As you begin this course, you probably have lots of questions about the tests. For instance, how many tests make up the Praxis Core exam? Do you have to take all the tests at once, or can you take them separately? By the end of the lesson, the tests will no longer be a mystery to you and you will be ready to start preparing.

The Reading Test

In this lesson, you will become familiar with the reading test of the Praxis Core exam. You will learn about the different types of reading questions you will come across, including useful strategies and examples of reading questions. Then you will have the opportunity to take a full-length practice reading test.

Math Basics: Arithmetic and Decimals

Have you ever heard the phrase "Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally" and wondered how it relates to math? This lesson will start preparing you for the math portion of the Praxis Core exam. You will learn what this phrase means in the math world, tips for using the calculator, and exponents, square roots, and decimals. By the end of the lesson, you will have a solid understanding of math basics.

Math Basics: Fractions and Ratios

This lesson focuses on fractions and ratios. If you're someone who has a fear of fractions, after completing this lesson you will realize that fractions are indeed your friends. You will learn how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals and fractions, as well as how to reduce and build up fractions.

Conversions, Percentages, and Measurements

How much is 25% of 544? If an item that was originally priced at $175 dropped to a price of $105, what is the percentage of decrease? This lesson answers these questions as well as others involving percentages. You will also learn how to convert percentages into fractions and decimals, and vice versa.

Algebra

Does the sight of the algebraic equation 3x - 5 + 7x = 9x - 2 scare you? If it does, by the end of this lesson it won't. You will discover everything you need to know about algebra to be successful on the math test. This includes what algebraic expressions are, how to combine like terms, and how to solve equations and inequalities.

Geometry

Have you ever wondered how much fencing you will need for your backyard? To answer these questions, you have to know some geometry. In this lesson, you will get a crash course in geometry, where you will learn about area, perimeter, volume, lines, angles, shapes, congruence, similarity, and the infamous Pythagorean theorem.

Statistics and Probability

Have you ever heard the terms mean, median, mode, and range? This lesson explores what these statistical terms mean and how to calculate them. After that, you will learn about the many types of graphs that you will come across on the test, including pie graphs, bar graphs, and pictographs.

XY Graphs

In the final math lesson, you will learn how to make XY tables, plot points, and graph lines. You will discover how the slope of a line is just like driving a car. You will also learn how to do a geometric transformation, which is a lot easier than it sounds. At this point, you will be ready to try a full-length practice math test.

Grammar Review

This lesson introduces the writing test of the Praxis Core exam. First, you will go back to the basics by reviewing parts of speech, sentence structure, punctuation, and grammar rules. This grammar refresher will give you a good foundation for the writing test.

The Writing Test and Its Questions

Is it better to say, "PIN number" or "PIN"? In this lesson, you will also learn idiomatic expressions and commonly-confused words. Next, you will become familiar with the two types of questions that you will see on the multiple-choice portion of the writing test.

The Essays

For the last lesson of the course, you will prepare for the essay portion of the writing test. You have two essays to prepare for—the argumentative essay and the source-based essay. You will see some sample essay prompts, learn how each essay is scored, and analyze examples of both good and bad essays. Finally, you will practice the process for writing two successful essays in the allotted amount of time.

What you will learn

• Familiarize yourself with the Praxis Core exam
• Explore the different types of reading questions and learn useful strategies as well as take a practice test
• Learn tips for using the calculator
• Gain a solid understanding of basic math
• Learn about fractions and ratios
• Learn about percentages and how to convert them into fractions and decimals
• Have a crash course in geometry and algebra with some useful tips and strategies
• Learn the basics of grammar to build a good foundation for the writing test
• Learn to use the time allotted and how to avoid common mistakes

How you will benefit

• Discover tips, formulas, and strategies to help you in the Praxis Core exam
• Brush up on math, grammar, reading and writing basics
• Learn to use the allotted amount of time when writing essays
• Be totally prepared and confident to pass the Praxis Core exam

Kt (Katie) Paxton

Kt (Katie) Paxton is a certified teacher with a Master's Degree in Education focusing on Learning and Technology. She has more than 20 years of classroom experience and has been an online instructor since 2003. She also owned and managed a home daycare for five years and is the author of More Adventures With Kids in San Diego. Furthermore, Kt has trained and placed tutors with at-risk students in over 100 schools in addition to working with the students herself.

Develop the knowledge and skills you need to pass the Praxis Core Exam as you review and prepare for everything the test includes.

Are you a prospective teacher who needs to pass the Praxis Core Exam? Have you already attempted the Praxis Core and not been successful? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then this course is for you.

You will get familiar with the different types of questions that appear on the reading and writing tests. You will master the many areas of math that you will be tested on: number operations, negative numbers, exponents, square roots, order of operations, decimals, fractions, percentages, algebra, geometry, systems of measurement, and probability and statistics. To prepare for the two essays, you will learn what constitutes high scoring essays and go through the process of writing each essay in the amount of time allotted.

You will also learn useful test-taking strategies and have the opportunity to take a full-length practice test in each subject area. Using clear explanations, numerous examples, graphics, animation, and videos, this course will not only prepare you for the Praxis Core, but do so in a fun and interesting way. After completing this course, you will be ready to pass the Praxis Core Exam.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

An Overview of Praxis Core

For your first lesson, you will learn all about the Praxis Core exam. As you begin this course, you probably have lots of questions about the tests. For instance, how many tests make up the Praxis Core exam? Do you have to take all the tests at once, or can you take them separately? By the end of the lesson, the tests will no longer be a mystery to you and you will be ready to start preparing.

The Reading Test

In this lesson, you will become familiar with the reading test of the Praxis Core exam. You will learn about the different types of reading questions you will come across, including useful strategies and examples of reading questions. Then you will have the opportunity to take a full-length practice reading test.

Math Basics: Arithmetic and Decimals

Have you ever heard the phrase "Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally" and wondered how it relates to math? This lesson will start preparing you for the math portion of the Praxis Core exam. You will learn what this phrase means in the math world, tips for using the calculator, and exponents, square roots, and decimals. By the end of the lesson, you will have a solid understanding of math basics.

Math Basics: Fractions and Ratios

This lesson focuses on fractions and ratios. If you're someone who has a fear of fractions, after completing this lesson you will realize that fractions are indeed your friends. You will learn how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals and fractions, as well as how to reduce and build up fractions.

Conversions, Percentages, and Measurements

How much is 25% of 544? If an item that was originally priced at $175 dropped to a price of $105, what is the percentage of decrease? This lesson answers these questions as well as others involving percentages. You will also learn how to convert percentages into fractions and decimals, and vice versa.

Algebra

Does the sight of the algebraic equation 3x - 5 + 7x = 9x - 2 scare you? If it does, by the end of this lesson it won't. You will discover everything you need to know about algebra to be successful on the math test. This includes what algebraic expressions are, how to combine like terms, and how to solve equations and inequalities.

Geometry

Have you ever wondered how much fencing you will need for your backyard? To answer these questions, you have to know some geometry. In this lesson, you will get a crash course in geometry, where you will learn about area, perimeter, volume, lines, angles, shapes, congruence, similarity, and the infamous Pythagorean theorem.

Statistics and Probability

Have you ever heard the terms mean, median, mode, and range? This lesson explores what these statistical terms mean and how to calculate them. After that, you will learn about the many types of graphs that you will come across on the test, including pie graphs, bar graphs, and pictographs.

XY Graphs

In the final math lesson, you will learn how to make XY tables, plot points, and graph lines. You will discover how the slope of a line is just like driving a car. You will also learn how to do a geometric transformation, which is a lot easier than it sounds. At this point, you will be ready to try a full-length practice math test.

Grammar Review

This lesson introduces the writing test of the Praxis Core exam. First, you will go back to the basics by reviewing parts of speech, sentence structure, punctuation, and grammar rules. This grammar refresher will give you a good foundation for the writing test.

The Writing Test and Its Questions

Is it better to say, "PIN number" or "PIN"? In this lesson, you will also learn idiomatic expressions and commonly-confused words. Next, you will become familiar with the two types of questions that you will see on the multiple-choice portion of the writing test.

The Essays

For the last lesson of the course, you will prepare for the essay portion of the writing test. You have two essays to prepare for—the argumentative essay and the source-based essay. You will see some sample essay prompts, learn how each essay is scored, and analyze examples of both good and bad essays. Finally, you will practice the process for writing two successful essays in the allotted amount of time.

What you will learn

• Familiarize yourself with the Praxis Core exam
• Explore the different types of reading questions and learn useful strategies as well as take a practice test
• Learn tips for using the calculator
• Gain a solid understanding of basic math
• Learn about fractions and ratios
• Learn about percentages and how to convert them into fractions and decimals
• Have a crash course in geometry and algebra with some useful tips and strategies
• Learn the basics of grammar to build a good foundation for the writing test
• Learn to use the time allotted and how to avoid common mistakes

How you will benefit

• Discover tips, formulas, and strategies to help you in the Praxis Core exam
• Brush up on math, grammar, reading and writing basics
• Learn to use the allotted amount of time when writing essays
• Be totally prepared and confident to pass the Praxis Core exam

Kt (Katie) Paxton

Kt (Katie) Paxton is a certified teacher with a Master's Degree in Education focusing on Learning and Technology. She has more than 20 years of classroom experience and has been an online instructor since 2003. She also owned and managed a home daycare for five years and is the author of More Adventures With Kids in San Diego. Furthermore, Kt has trained and placed tutors with at-risk students in over 100 schools in addition to working with the students herself.

Develop the knowledge and skills you need to pass the Praxis Core Exam as you review and prepare for everything the test includes.

Are you a prospective teacher who needs to pass the Praxis Core Exam? Have you already attempted the Praxis Core and not been successful? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then this course is for you.

You will get familiar with the different types of questions that appear on the reading and writing tests. You will master the many areas of math that you will be tested on: number operations, negative numbers, exponents, square roots, order of operations, decimals, fractions, percentages, algebra, geometry, systems of measurement, and probability and statistics. To prepare for the two essays, you will learn what constitutes high scoring essays and go through the process of writing each essay in the amount of time allotted.

You will also learn useful test-taking strategies and have the opportunity to take a full-length practice test in each subject area. Using clear explanations, numerous examples, graphics, animation, and videos, this course will not only prepare you for the Praxis Core, but do so in a fun and interesting way. After completing this course, you will be ready to pass the Praxis Core Exam.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Develop the knowledge and skills you need to pass the Praxis Core Exam as you review and prepare for everything the test includes.

An Overview of Praxis Core

For your first lesson, you will learn all about the Praxis Core exam. As you begin this course, you probably have lots of questions about the tests. For instance, how many tests make up the Praxis Core exam? Do you have to take all the tests at once, or can you take them separately? By the end of the lesson, the tests will no longer be a mystery to you and you will be ready to start preparing.

The Reading Test

In this lesson, you will become familiar with the reading test of the Praxis Core exam. You will learn about the different types of reading questions you will come across, including useful strategies and examples of reading questions. Then you will have the opportunity to take a full-length practice reading test.

Math Basics: Arithmetic and Decimals

Have you ever heard the phrase "Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally" and wondered how it relates to math? This lesson will start preparing you for the math portion of the Praxis Core exam. You will learn what this phrase means in the math world, tips for using the calculator, and exponents, square roots, and decimals. By the end of the lesson, you will have a solid understanding of math basics.

Math Basics: Fractions and Ratios

This lesson focuses on fractions and ratios. If you're someone who has a fear of fractions, after completing this lesson you will realize that fractions are indeed your friends. You will learn how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals and fractions, as well as how to reduce and build up fractions.

Conversions, Percentages, and Measurements

How much is 25% of 544? If an item that was originally priced at $175 dropped to a price of $105, what is the percentage of decrease? This lesson answers these questions as well as others involving percentages. You will also learn how to convert percentages into fractions and decimals, and vice versa.

Algebra

Does the sight of the algebraic equation 3x - 5 + 7x = 9x - 2 scare you? If it does, by the end of this lesson it won't. You will discover everything you need to know about algebra to be successful on the math test. This includes what algebraic expressions are, how to combine like terms, and how to solve equations and inequalities.

Geometry

Have you ever wondered how much fencing you will need for your backyard? To answer these questions, you have to know some geometry. In this lesson, you will get a crash course in geometry, where you will learn about area, perimeter, volume, lines, angles, shapes, congruence, similarity, and the infamous Pythagorean theorem.

Statistics and Probability

Have you ever heard the terms mean, median, mode, and range? This lesson explores what these statistical terms mean and how to calculate them. After that, you will learn about the many types of graphs that you will come across on the test, including pie graphs, bar graphs, and pictographs.

XY Graphs

In your final math lesson, you will learn how to make xy tables, plot points, and graph lines. You will discover how the slope of a line is just like driving a car. Also, you will learn how to do a geometric transformation, which sounds difficult but really isn't. At this point, you will be ready to try a full-length practice math test.

Grammar Review

This lesson introduces the writing test of the Praxis Core exam. First, you will go back to the basics by reviewing parts of speech, sentence structure, punctuation, and grammar rules. This grammar refresher will give you a good foundation for the writing test.

The Writing Test and Its Questions

Is it better to say, "PIN number" or "PIN"? In this lesson, you will also learn idiomatic expressions and commonly-confused words. Next, you will become familiar with the two types of questions that you will see on the multiple-choice portion of the writing test.

The Essays

For the last lesson of the course, you will prepare for the essay portion of the writing test. You have two essays to prepare for—the argumentative essay and the source-based essay. You will see some sample essay prompts, learn how each essay is scored, and analyze examples of both good and bad essays. Finally, you will practice the process for writing two successful essays in the allotted amount of time.

Develop the knowledge and skills you need to pass the Praxis Core Exam as you review and prepare for everything the test includes.

Are you a prospective teacher who needs to pass the Praxis Core Exam? Have you already attempted the Praxis Core and not been successful? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then this course is for you.

You will get familiar with the different types of questions that appear on the reading and writing tests. You will master the many areas of math that you will be tested on: number operations, negative numbers, exponents, square roots, order of operations, decimals, fractions, percentages, algebra, geometry, systems of measurement, and probability and statistics. To prepare for the two essays, you will learn what constitutes high scoring essays and go through the process of writing each essay in the amount of time allotted.

You will also learn useful test-taking strategies and have the opportunity to take a full-length practice test in each subject area. Using clear explanations, numerous examples, graphics, animation, and videos, this course will not only prepare you for the Praxis Core, but do so in a fun and interesting way. After completing this course, you will be ready to pass the Praxis Core Exam.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Develop the knowledge and skills you need to pass the Praxis Core Exam as you review and prepare for everything the test includes.

An Overview of Praxis Core

For your first lesson, you will learn all about the Praxis Core exam. As you begin this course, you probably have lots of questions about the tests. For instance, how many tests make up the Praxis Core exam? Do you have to take all the tests at once, or can you take them separately? By the end of the lesson, the tests will no longer be a mystery to you and you will be ready to start preparing.

The Reading Test

In this lesson, you will become familiar with the reading test of the Praxis Core exam. You will learn about the different types of reading questions you will come across, including useful strategies and examples of reading questions. Then you will have the opportunity to take a full-length practice reading test.

Math Basics: Arithmetic and Decimals

Have you ever heard the phrase "Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally" and wondered how it relates to math? This lesson will start preparing you for the math portion of the Praxis Core exam. You will learn what this phrase means in the math world, tips for using the calculator, and exponents, square roots, and decimals. By the end of the lesson, you will have a solid understanding of math basics.

Math Basics: Fractions and Ratios

This lesson focuses on fractions and ratios. If you're someone who has a fear of fractions, after completing this lesson you will realize that fractions are indeed your friends. You will learn how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals and fractions, as well as how to reduce and build up fractions.

Conversions, Percentages, and Measurements

How much is 25% of 544? If an item that was originally priced at $175 dropped to a price of $105, what is the percentage of decrease? This lesson answers these questions as well as others involving percentages. You will also learn how to convert percentages into fractions and decimals, and vice versa.

Algebra

Does the sight of the algebraic equation 3x - 5 + 7x = 9x - 2 scare you? If it does, by the end of this lesson it won't. You will discover everything you need to know about algebra to be successful on the math test. This includes what algebraic expressions are, how to combine like terms, and how to solve equations and inequalities.

Geometry

Have you ever wondered how much fencing you will need for your backyard? To answer these questions, you have to know some geometry. In this lesson, you will get a crash course in geometry, where you will learn about area, perimeter, volume, lines, angles, shapes, congruence, similarity, and the infamous Pythagorean theorem.

Statistics and Probability

Have you ever heard the terms mean, median, mode, and range? This lesson explores what these statistical terms mean and how to calculate them. After that, you will learn about the many types of graphs that you will come across on the test, including pie graphs, bar graphs, and pictographs.

XY Graphs

In your final math lesson, you will learn how to make xy tables, plot points, and graph lines. You will discover how the slope of a line is just like driving a car. Also, you will learn how to do a geometric transformation, which sounds difficult but really isn't. At this point, you will be ready to try a full-length practice math test.

Grammar Review

This lesson introduces the writing test of the Praxis Core exam. First, you will go back to the basics by reviewing parts of speech, sentence structure, punctuation, and grammar rules. This grammar refresher will give you a good foundation for the writing test.

The Writing Test and Its Questions

Is it better to say, "PIN number" or "PIN"? In this lesson, you will also learn idiomatic expressions and commonly-confused words. Next, you will become familiar with the two types of questions that you will see on the multiple-choice portion of the writing test.

The Essays

For the last lesson of the course, you will prepare for the essay portion of the writing test. You have two essays to prepare for—the argumentative essay and the source-based essay. You will see some sample essay prompts, learn how each essay is scored, and analyze examples of both good and bad essays. Finally, you will practice the process for writing two successful essays in the allotted amount of time.

Master the skills you'll need to pass the Mathematical Reasoning module in the GED® test series.

Master the skills required to pass the Mathematical Reasoning module in the GED® test series. You will start off with a review of math basics and begin building the foundation you will need to solve the types of math problems commonly found on the test. In the process, you will develop hands-on experience with percentages, proportions, statistics, algebra, geometry, and more.

Each lesson will give you a chance to apply your knowledge by practicing with the same kind of questions you may find on the test. By the time you finish this course, you will be much more comfortable with your math skills, and you will know how, when, and why to use each math concept you learn.

Note: Some GED® Testing Centers require proof that you have passed a GED® test preparation course before you can take the official test. Before enrolling in this course, please check with the official GED® Testing Center where you intend to take your tests to make sure this course will meet their requirements. Not all states use the GED® test as their test for high school equivalency diploma. The GED® Program is no longer active in Canada as of May 4th, 2024. Canadian students should contact their province to learn about their testing options.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Getting to Know the Test

The first lesson will help you become acquainted with the kinds of questions you'll see on the math portion of the GED® test. Did you know that you'll need to use a specific type of calculator? You'll also look at some basic math concepts and problem solving techniques that you can use throughout the course.

Fractions, Decimals, and Percentages

Fractions are the first skills that everyone forgets after leaving school. This lesson focuses on the basics of fractions, decimals, and percentages you'll need in order to prepare for the GED® math module. This lesson is intense, but those skills will most likely come back to you quickly.

Aunt Sally and the Rules of Math

Math laws and rules set the stage for the computations you'll perform in future lessons and on the math part of the GED® test. You'll find out how Aunt Sally will help you remember the order of operations, and you'll learn to write large numbers and small numbers without using dozens of zeros. You'll also find out the rules for adding negative numbers, so you'll never find your bank balance overdrawn.

Algebra Expressions

When you see test directions that tell you, "Solve for n," do you get nervous? In this lesson, you'll learn some terms that are used in algebra, including "variable" and "coefficient," and you'll find out how to simplify complicated expressions and solve problems. This lesson covers the basics of algebra and includes lots of practice to ensure that you understand those basics. Algebra isn't as scary as you might think!

Equations and Inequalities

This lesson is all about equations. You'll start by learning the language of algebra and how to write your own algebraic sentences. From there, you'll move on to solving equations and inequalities.

Quadratic Equations

Everything you need to know about quadratic equations for the GED® test is in this lesson. You'll cover the greatest common factor, factoring, and the FOIL procedure. By the time you're done, you'll be confidently solving quadratic equations.

Using a Coordinate Grid

In this lesson, you'll put your algebra skills to work as you create lines on a coordinate grid. You'll locate points on a grid and then write equations for lines. By the end of the lesson, you'll know what slope is and how to figure out the steepness of a line.

Plane Figures and Angles

This lesson includes math that you can use in your home improvement projects as well as on the GED® test. Need to paint or carpet a room? How about building a new fence for your yard? You'll learn how to figure the area and perimeter of all kinds of shapes.

Solid Geometry: The Third Dimension

This lesson adds a third dimension to the plane objects in the previous lesson. You'll learn to compute the volume and surface area of solid objects, including prisms, spheres, pyramids, and cylinders.

Statistics: What Are the Odds?

Statistics will help you excel on the math, social studies, and science parts of the GED® test. In this lesson, you'll learn about permutations and combinations as well as measures of central tendency and probability. The lesson may not help you win the lottery, but it will prepare you for questions related to statistics!

Word Problems

This lesson will give you a chance to put many of your new math skills to work. You'll use proportions, functions, charts, and your algebra skills to solve word problems that may have stumped you in the past.

Graphs and Testing Tips

In this lesson, you'll review the graphs that you're likely to encounter on the GED® math, science, and social studies modules. The lesson will also give you test-taking tips and tell you how to register for and schedule your GED® test.

What you will learn

• Learn the types of questions you will see on the math portion of the GED test
• Learn basic math concepts and problem solving techniques
• Review and practice fractions, decimals, and percentages
• Learn math laws and rules for computations you will perform on the test
• Learn that language of algebra, write algebraic sentences and solve equations and inequalities
• Learn to locate points on a grid and write equations for lines
• Learn to figure area and perimeter
• Compute the volume and surface area of solid objects
• Learn how to solve problems related to statistics
• Look at graphs that you will encounter in several modules of the GED test
• Learn test-taking tips, how to register for the test and schedule your test

How you will benefit

• Review and master basic math skills and build a foundation you will need to solve all types of problems found on the GED test
• Be prepared and confident to take the GED test

Barbara Rolston

Barbara Rolston holds a master's degree. Since 1975, she has been taught GED preparatory classes in a variety of settings, including adult schools, community colleges, and large corporations. She also was responsible for administering the GED exam in a correctional facility for two years. Math experience includes tutoring community college students on a wide range of math topics and serving as a math consultant for a nationwide adult student assessment system.

Master the skills you'll need to pass the Mathematical Reasoning module in the GED® test series.

Master the skills required to pass the Mathematical Reasoning module in the GED® test series. You will start off with a review of math basics and begin building the foundation you will need to solve the types of math problems commonly found on the test. In the process, you will develop hands-on experience with percentages, proportions, statistics, algebra, geometry, and more.

Each lesson will give you a chance to apply your knowledge by practicing with the same kind of questions you may find on the test. By the time you finish this course, you will be much more comfortable with your math skills, and you will know how, when, and why to use each math concept you learn.

Note: Some GED® Testing Centers require proof that you have passed a GED® test preparation course before you can take the official test. Before enrolling in this course, please check with the official GED® Testing Center where you intend to take your tests to make sure this course will meet their requirements. Not all states use the GED® test as their test for high school equivalency diploma. The GED® Program is no longer active in Canada as of May 4th, 2024. Canadian students should contact their province to learn about their testing options.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Getting to Know the Test

The first lesson will help you become acquainted with the kinds of questions you'll see on the math portion of the GED® test. Did you know that you'll need to use a specific type of calculator? You'll also look at some basic math concepts and problem solving techniques that you can use throughout the course.

Fractions, Decimals, and Percentages

Fractions are the first skills that everyone forgets after leaving school. This lesson focuses on the basics of fractions, decimals, and percentages you'll need in order to prepare for the GED® math module. This lesson is intense, but those skills will most likely come back to you quickly.

Aunt Sally and the Rules of Math

Math laws and rules set the stage for the computations you'll perform in future lessons and on the math part of the GED® test. You'll find out how Aunt Sally will help you remember the order of operations, and you'll learn to write large numbers and small numbers without using dozens of zeros. You'll also find out the rules for adding negative numbers, so you'll never find your bank balance overdrawn.

Algebra Expressions

When you see test directions that tell you, "Solve for n," do you get nervous? In this lesson, you'll learn some terms that are used in algebra, including "variable" and "coefficient," and you'll find out how to simplify complicated expressions and solve problems. This lesson covers the basics of algebra and includes lots of practice to ensure that you understand those basics. Algebra isn't as scary as you might think!

Equations and Inequalities

This lesson is all about equations. You'll start by learning the language of algebra and how to write your own algebraic sentences. From there, you'll move on to solving equations and inequalities.

Quadratic Equations

Everything you need to know about quadratic equations for the GED® test is in this lesson. You'll cover the greatest common factor, factoring, and the FOIL procedure. By the time you're done, you'll be confidently solving quadratic equations.

Using a Coordinate Grid

In this lesson, you'll put your algebra skills to work as you create lines on a coordinate grid. You'll locate points on a grid and then write equations for lines. By the end of the lesson, you'll know what slope is and how to figure out the steepness of a line.

Plane Figures and Angles

This lesson includes math that you can use in your home improvement projects as well as on the GED® test. Need to paint or carpet a room? How about building a new fence for your yard? You'll learn how to figure the area and perimeter of all kinds of shapes.

Solid Geometry: The Third Dimension

This lesson adds a third dimension to the plane objects in the previous lesson. You'll learn to compute the volume and surface area of solid objects, including prisms, spheres, pyramids, and cylinders.

Statistics: What Are the Odds?

Statistics will help you excel on the math, social studies, and science parts of the GED® test. In this lesson, you'll learn about permutations and combinations as well as measures of central tendency and probability. The lesson may not help you win the lottery, but it will prepare you for questions related to statistics!

Word Problems

This lesson will give you a chance to put many of your new math skills to work. You'll use proportions, functions, charts, and your algebra skills to solve word problems that may have stumped you in the past.

Graphs and Testing Tips

In this lesson, you'll review the graphs that you're likely to encounter on the GED® math, science, and social studies modules. The lesson will also give you test-taking tips and tell you how to register for and schedule your GED® test.

What you will learn

• Learn the types of questions you will see on the math portion of the GED test
• Learn basic math concepts and problem solving techniques
• Review and practice fractions, decimals, and percentages
• Learn math laws and rules for computations you will perform on the test
• Learn that language of algebra, write algebraic sentences and solve equations and inequalities
• Learn to locate points on a grid and write equations for lines
• Learn to figure area and perimeter
• Compute the volume and surface area of solid objects
• Learn how to solve problems related to statistics
• Look at graphs that you will encounter in several modules of the GED test
• Learn test-taking tips, how to register for the test and schedule your test

How you will benefit

• Review and master basic math skills and build a foundation you will need to solve all types of problems found on the GED test
• Be prepared and confident to take the GED test

Barbara Rolston

Barbara Rolston holds a master's degree. Since 1975, she has been taught GED preparatory classes in a variety of settings, including adult schools, community colleges, and large corporations. She also was responsible for administering the GED exam in a correctional facility for two years. Math experience includes tutoring community college students on a wide range of math topics and serving as a math consultant for a nationwide adult student assessment system.

Master the skills you'll need to pass the Mathematical Reasoning module in the GED® test series.

Master the skills required to pass the Mathematical Reasoning module in the GED® test series. You will start off with a review of math basics and begin building the foundation you will need to solve the types of math problems commonly found on the test. In the process, you will develop hands-on experience with percentages, proportions, statistics, algebra, geometry, and more.

Each lesson will give you a chance to apply your knowledge by practicing with the same kind of questions you may find on the test. By the time you finish this course, you will be much more comfortable with your math skills, and you will know how, when, and why to use each math concept you learn.

Note: Some GED® Testing Centers require proof that you have passed a GED® test preparation course before you can take the official test. Before enrolling in this course, please check with the official GED® Testing Center where you intend to take your tests to make sure this course will meet their requirements. Not all states use the GED® test as their test for high school equivalency diploma. The GED® Program is no longer active in Canada as of May 4th, 2024. Canadian students should contact their province to learn about their testing options.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Master the skills you'll need to pass the Mathematical Reasoning module in the GED® test series.

1. Getting to Know the Test
2. Fractions, Decimals, and Percentages
3. Aunt Sally and the Rules of Math
4. Algebra Expressions
5. Equations and Inequalities
6. Quadratic Equations
7. Using a Coordinate Grid
8. Plane Figures and Angles
9. Solid Geometry: The Third Dimension
10. Statistics: What Are the Odds?
11. Word Problems
12. Graphs and Testing Tips

Master the skills you'll need to pass the Mathematical Reasoning module in the GED® test series.

Master the skills required to pass the Mathematical Reasoning module in the GED® test series. You will start off with a review of math basics and begin building the foundation you will need to solve the types of math problems commonly found on the test. In the process, you will develop hands-on experience with percentages, proportions, statistics, algebra, geometry, and more.

Each lesson will give you a chance to apply your knowledge by practicing with the same kind of questions you may find on the test. By the time you finish this course, you will be much more comfortable with your math skills, and you will know how, when, and why to use each math concept you learn.

Note: Some GED® Testing Centers require proof that you have passed a GED® test preparation course before you can take the official test. Before enrolling in this course, please check with the official GED® Testing Center where you intend to take your tests to make sure this course will meet their requirements. Not all states use the GED® test as their test for high school equivalency diploma. The GED® Program is no longer active in Canada as of May 4th, 2024. Canadian students should contact their province to learn about their testing options.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Master the skills you'll need to pass the Mathematical Reasoning module in the GED® test series.

1. Getting to Know the Test
2. Fractions, Decimals, and Percentages
3. Aunt Sally and the Rules of Math
4. Algebra Expressions
5. Equations and Inequalities
6. Quadratic Equations
7. Using a Coordinate Grid
8. Plane Figures and Angles
9. Solid Geometry: The Third Dimension
10. Statistics: What Are the Odds?
11. Word Problems
12. Graphs and Testing Tips

Want to pass the GED® test? This course will help you develop the skills you'll need to succeed.

This course will help you analyze your strengths and weaknesses, so you can focus your studying on the areas that you need most. You will get the basics of what you need to know to succeed on the four GED® test modules: Reasoning Through Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, and Mathematical Reasoning.

Some GED® Testing Centers require proof that you have passed a GED® test preparation course or the official practice tests before you can take the official GED® tests. Before enrolling in this course, please check with the official GED® Testing Center where you intend to take your tests to make sure that this course will meet their requirements. Not all states use the GED® test as their test for high school equivalency diploma. As of May 4th, 2024, the GED® Program is no longer active in Canada. Canadian students should contact their province to learn about their testing options.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

What is the GED® Test All About?

How many subjects does the GED® test cover, and how much time do you get for each part of the test? Where do you go to take the test? Do you get to use a calculator? Will this class teach everything from four years of high school? In this lesson, you will learn the answers to all these questions and more.

Reasoning Through Language Arts: Focus on Reading

Reasoning Through Language Arts is the longest of the four GED® test modules, so you will spend three lessons on it. This lesson provides an overview of the RLA, and then focuses on your reading skills. You will start mapping out your strategy for mastering the reading passages of the RLA.

Reasoning Through Language Arts: Focus on Editing

This lesson continues preparation for the Reasoning Through Language Arts test module. You will explore the parts of speech, punctuation, capitalization, and sentence structure. What you learn in this lesson will prepare you for the editing part of the RLA test module and help with your overall writing.

Reasoning Through Language Arts: Focus on Writing

It's time to use what you learned about reading strategies and grammar to create an extended response, which is a type of essay. The extended response has a high point value, so you will want to ace it.

Mathematical Reasoning: Focus on Math Terms and Algebra Basics

This first of three math lessons introduces you to the test content and the approved GED® calculator. More than half the math questions cover algebra topics, so you will jump right into the language of algebra. You will also review the concept of "order of operations", which describes the correct order for solving a multi-step problem.

Mathematical Reasoning: Focus on Formulas and Dimensions

This lesson applies the algebra you learned to formulas and geometry dimensions. You will use formulas for perimeter, area, volume, and surface area. These lessons work in real life as well as on the test: By the end of this lesson, you will know how to figure gas mileage, the cost per unit, and sale prices, and the area and perimeter a room.

Mathematical Reasoning: Combining Algebra and Geometry

In this lesson, you will bring your basic algebra skills to a higher level and combine them with geometry concepts. You will learn how to plot points, graph lines, and figure out the slope of lines on a coordinate grid. Then you will factor and solve a quadratic equation and learn how to use tables to solve word problems algebraically.

Science: Energy and Related Systems

In your first science lesson, you will explore the theme of energy and related systems. Besides investigating the cosmos and learning physics laws, you will practice some math that relates to science. The science test also features two short-answer items, that you will prepare for in this lesson.

Science: Human Health and Living Systems

Have you ever wondered why people have different eye colors? Or, have you ever seen news reports about the effects of hurricanes, tornadoes, or earthquakes? If so, you're ready for this science lesson, which explores human health and living systems.

Social Studies: Modern Liberties and Democracy

Understanding your government is an important part of being a good citizen. As you prepare for the social studies test, you will learn about events that shaped the history and economy of the United States.

Social Studies: Dynamic Responses to Societal Systems

Explore the second social studies theme as you learn to analyze political cartoons, master the basics of economics, and learn more about 20th-century history.

Testing and Beyond

You're almost done with this course! In this lesson, you'll review a checklist to make sure you're ready for the GED® test. You will also find tips and techniques to make test day less stressful and learn about making plans for your future, whether that's college or another path.

What you will learn

• Learn the content and strategies involved in taking and passing the GED test
• Develop increasingly-important skills in reading, writing, and mathematics
• Learn test-taking tips and tricks while familiarizing yourself with the content of the GED test
• Gain the answers to many of your questions and concerns associated with the requirements of the GED

How you will benefit

• Establish the foundation for a lifetime of learning and achieving
• Acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve personal and financial success
• Gain confidence that you will be able to take and pass the GED test in a single attempt

Barbara Rolston

Barbara Rolston holds a master's degree. Since 1975, she has been taught GED preparatory classes in a variety of settings, including adult schools, community colleges, and large corporations. She also was responsible for administering the GED exam in a correctional facility for two years. Math experience includes tutoring community college students on a wide range of math topics and serving as a math consultant for a nationwide adult student assessment system.

Want to pass the GED® test? This course will help you develop the skills you'll need to succeed.

This course will help you analyze your strengths and weaknesses, so you can focus your studying on the areas that you need most. You will get the basics of what you need to know to succeed on the four GED® test modules: Reasoning Through Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, and Mathematical Reasoning.

Some GED® Testing Centers require proof that you have passed a GED® test preparation course or the official practice tests before you can take the official GED® tests. Before enrolling in this course, please check with the official GED® Testing Center where you intend to take your tests to make sure that this course will meet their requirements. Not all states use the GED® test as their test for high school equivalency diploma. As of May 4th, 2024, the GED® Program is no longer active in Canada. Canadian students should contact their province to learn about their testing options.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

What is the GED® Test All About?

How many subjects does the GED® test cover, and how much time do you get for each part of the test? Where do you go to take the test? Do you get to use a calculator? Will this class teach everything from four years of high school? In this lesson, you will learn the answers to all these questions and more.

Reasoning Through Language Arts: Focus on Reading

Reasoning Through Language Arts is the longest of the four GED® test modules, so you will spend three lessons on it. This lesson provides an overview of the RLA, and then focuses on your reading skills. You will start mapping out your strategy for mastering the reading passages of the RLA.

Reasoning Through Language Arts: Focus on Editing

This lesson continues preparation for the Reasoning Through Language Arts test module. You will explore the parts of speech, punctuation, capitalization, and sentence structure. What you learn in this lesson will prepare you for the editing part of the RLA test module and help with your overall writing.

Reasoning Through Language Arts: Focus on Writing

It's time to use what you learned about reading strategies and grammar to create an extended response, which is a type of essay. The extended response has a high point value, so you will want to ace it.

Mathematical Reasoning: Focus on Math Terms and Algebra Basics

This first of three math lessons introduces you to the test content and the approved GED® calculator. More than half the math questions cover algebra topics, so you will jump right into the language of algebra. You will also review the concept of "order of operations", which describes the correct order for solving a multi-step problem.

Mathematical Reasoning: Focus on Formulas and Dimensions

This lesson applies the algebra you learned to formulas and geometry dimensions. You will use formulas for perimeter, area, volume, and surface area. These lessons work in real life as well as on the test: By the end of this lesson, you will know how to figure gas mileage, the cost per unit, and sale prices, and the area and perimeter a room.

Mathematical Reasoning: Combining Algebra and Geometry

In this lesson, you will bring your basic algebra skills to a higher level and combine them with geometry concepts. You will learn how to plot points, graph lines, and figure out the slope of lines on a coordinate grid. Then you will factor and solve a quadratic equation and learn how to use tables to solve word problems algebraically.

Science: Energy and Related Systems

In your first science lesson, you will explore the theme of energy and related systems. Besides investigating the cosmos and learning physics laws, you will practice some math that relates to science. The science test also features two short-answer items, that you will prepare for in this lesson.

Science: Human Health and Living Systems

Have you ever wondered why people have different eye colors? Or, have you ever seen news reports about the effects of hurricanes, tornadoes, or earthquakes? If so, you're ready for this science lesson, which explores human health and living systems.

Social Studies: Modern Liberties and Democracy

Understanding your government is an important part of being a good citizen. As you prepare for the social studies test, you will learn about events that shaped the history and economy of the United States.

Social Studies: Dynamic Responses to Societal Systems

Explore the second social studies theme as you learn to analyze political cartoons, master the basics of economics, and learn more about 20th-century history.

Testing and Beyond

You're almost done with this course! In this lesson, you'll review a checklist to make sure you're ready for the GED® test. You will also find tips and techniques to make test day less stressful and learn about making plans for your future, whether that's college or another path.

What you will learn

• Learn the content and strategies involved in taking and passing the GED test
• Develop increasingly-important skills in reading, writing, and mathematics
• Learn test-taking tips and tricks while familiarizing yourself with the content of the GED test
• Gain the answers to many of your questions and concerns associated with the requirements of the GED

How you will benefit

• Establish the foundation for a lifetime of learning and achieving
• Acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve personal and financial success
• Gain confidence that you will be able to take and pass the GED test in a single attempt

Barbara Rolston

Barbara Rolston holds a master's degree. Since 1975, she has been taught GED preparatory classes in a variety of settings, including adult schools, community colleges, and large corporations. She also was responsible for administering the GED exam in a correctional facility for two years. Math experience includes tutoring community college students on a wide range of math topics and serving as a math consultant for a nationwide adult student assessment system.

Want to pass the GED® test? This course will help you develop the skills you will need to succeed.

This course will help you analyze your strengths and weaknesses, so you can focus your studying on the areas that you need most. You will get the basics of what you need to know to succeed on the four GED® test modules: Reasoning Through Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, and Mathematical Reasoning.

Some GED® Testing Centers require proof that you have passed a GED® test preparation course or the official practice tests before you can take the official GED® tests. Before enrolling in this course, please check with the official GED® Testing Center where you intend to take your tests to make sure that this course will meet their requirements. Not all states use the GED® test as their test for high school equivalency diploma. As of May 4th, 2024, the GED® Program is no longer active in Canada. Canadian students should contact their province to learn about their testing options.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Want to pass the GED® test? This course will help you develop the skills you will need to succeed.

What is the GED® Test All About?

How many subjects does the GED® test cover, and how much time do you get for each part of the test? Where do you go to take the test? Do you get to use a calculator? Will this class teach everything from four years of high school? In this lesson, you will learn the answers to all these questions and more.

Reasoning Through Language Arts: Focus on Reading

Reasoning Through Language Arts is the longest of the four GED® test modules, so you will spend three lessons on it. This lesson provides an overview of the RLA, and then focuses on your reading skills. You will start mapping out your strategy for mastering the reading passages of the RLA.

Reasoning Through Language Arts: Focus on Editing

This lesson continues preparation for the Reasoning Through Language Arts test module. You will explore the parts of speech, punctuation, capitalization, and sentence structure. What you learn in this lesson will prepare you for the editing part of the RLA test module and help with your overall writing.

Reasoning Through Language Arts: Focus on Writing

It's time to use what you learned about reading strategies and grammar to create an extended response, which is a type of essay. The extended response has a high point value, so you will want to ace it.

Mathematical Reasoning: Focus on Math Terms and Algebra Basics

This first of three math lessons introduces you to the test content and the approved GED® calculator. More than half the math questions cover algebra topics, so you will jump right into the language of algebra. You will also review the concept of "order of operations," which tells you what order to solve multi-step problem in.

Mathematical Reasoning: Focus on Formulas and Dimensions

In this lesson, you'll apply algebra to formulas and geometry dimensions. You will use formulas for perimeter, area, volume, and surface area. These lessons work in real life as well as on the test: By the end of this lesson, you will know how to figure gas mileage, the cost per unit, and sale prices, and the area and perimeter a room.

Mathematical Reasoning: Combining Algebra and Geometry

In this lesson, you will bring your basic algebra skills to a higher level and combine them with geometry concepts. You will learn how to plot points, graph lines, and figure out the slope of lines on a coordinate grid. Then you will factor and solve a quadratic equation and learn how to use tables to solve word problems algebraically.

Science: Energy and Related Systems

In your first science lesson, you will explore the theme of energy and related systems. Besides investigating the cosmos and learning physics laws, you will practice some math that relates to science. The science test also features two short-answer items, that you will prepare for in this lesson.

Science: Human Health and Living Systems

Have you ever wondered why people have different eye colors? Or, have you ever seen news reports about the effects of hurricanes, tornadoes, or earthquakes? If so, you're ready for this science lesson, which explores human health and living systems.

Social Studies: Modern Liberties and Democracy

Understanding your government is an important part of being a good citizen. As you prepare for the social studies test, you will learn about events that shaped the history and economy of the United States.

Social Studies: Dynamic Responses to Societal Systems

Explore the second social studies theme as you learn to analyze political cartoons, master the basics of economics, and learn more about 20th-century history.

Testing and Beyond

You're almost done with this course! Use the checklists in this lesson to make sure you're ready for the GED® test. You will also find tips and techniques to make test day less stressful and learn about making plans for your future, whether that's college or another path.

Want to pass the GED® test? This course will help you develop the skills you will need to succeed.

This course will help you analyze your strengths and weaknesses, so you can focus your studying on the areas that you need most. You will get the basics of what you need to know to succeed on the four GED® test modules: Reasoning Through Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, and Mathematical Reasoning.

Some GED® Testing Centers require proof that you have passed a GED® test preparation course or the official practice tests before you can take the official GED® tests. Before enrolling in this course, please check with the official GED® Testing Center where you intend to take your tests to make sure that this course will meet their requirements. Not all states use the GED® test as their test for high school equivalency diploma. As of May 4th, 2024, the GED® Program is no longer active in Canada. Canadian students should contact their province to learn about their testing options.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Want to pass the GED® test? This course will help you develop the skills you will need to succeed.

What is the GED® Test All About?

How many subjects does the GED® test cover, and how much time do you get for each part of the test? Where do you go to take the test? Do you get to use a calculator? Will this class teach everything from four years of high school? In this lesson, you will learn the answers to all these questions and more.

Reasoning Through Language Arts: Focus on Reading

Reasoning Through Language Arts is the longest of the four GED® test modules, so you will spend three lessons on it. This lesson provides an overview of the RLA, and then focuses on your reading skills. You will start mapping out your strategy for mastering the reading passages of the RLA.

Reasoning Through Language Arts: Focus on Editing

This lesson continues preparation for the Reasoning Through Language Arts test module. You will explore the parts of speech, punctuation, capitalization, and sentence structure. What you learn in this lesson will prepare you for the editing part of the RLA test module and help with your overall writing.

Reasoning Through Language Arts: Focus on Writing

It's time to use what you learned about reading strategies and grammar to create an extended response, which is a type of essay. The extended response has a high point value, so you will want to ace it.

Mathematical Reasoning: Focus on Math Terms and Algebra Basics

This first of three math lessons introduces you to the test content and the approved GED® calculator. More than half the math questions cover algebra topics, so you will jump right into the language of algebra. You will also review the concept of "order of operations," which tells you what order to solve multi-step problem in.

Mathematical Reasoning: Focus on Formulas and Dimensions

In this lesson, you'll apply algebra to formulas and geometry dimensions. You will use formulas for perimeter, area, volume, and surface area. These lessons work in real life as well as on the test: By the end of this lesson, you will know how to figure gas mileage, the cost per unit, and sale prices, and the area and perimeter a room.

Mathematical Reasoning: Combining Algebra and Geometry

In this lesson, you will bring your basic algebra skills to a higher level and combine them with geometry concepts. You will learn how to plot points, graph lines, and figure out the slope of lines on a coordinate grid. Then you will factor and solve a quadratic equation and learn how to use tables to solve word problems algebraically.

Science: Energy and Related Systems

In your first science lesson, you will explore the theme of energy and related systems. Besides investigating the cosmos and learning physics laws, you will practice some math that relates to science. The science test also features two short-answer items, that you will prepare for in this lesson.

Science: Human Health and Living Systems

Have you ever wondered why people have different eye colors? Or, have you ever seen news reports about the effects of hurricanes, tornadoes, or earthquakes? If so, you're ready for this science lesson, which explores human health and living systems.

Social Studies: Modern Liberties and Democracy

Understanding your government is an important part of being a good citizen. As you prepare for the social studies test, you will learn about events that shaped the history and economy of the United States.

Social Studies: Dynamic Responses to Societal Systems

Explore the second social studies theme as you learn to analyze political cartoons, master the basics of economics, and learn more about 20th-century history.

Testing and Beyond

You're almost done with this course! Use the checklists in this lesson to make sure you're ready for the GED® test. You will also find tips and techniques to make test day less stressful and learn about making plans for your future, whether that's college or another path.

Learn how to prepare for the Project Management Institute's (PMI)® prestigious Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam and what to expect after you complete it.

Stand out to future employers or acquire a potential promotion with your existing employer with a globally recognized project management certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI)®. This comprehensive online course will prepare you for the PMI's® prestigious Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam and what to expect after you complete it. You will learn about the eight project performance domains and what is new in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®) 7th edition.

Expand your knowledge of important industry-related methodologies, including predictive and agile project management. Raise your project management IQ by exploring project management tools and techniques. Throughout the course, use proven learning strategies to help absorb key terminology, concepts, and processes while preparing for your online project management certificate.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.10 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Microsoft Word Online
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are not included in enrollment:

• A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide), 7th Edition

PMI and PMBOK

This lesson explores the structure of the PMP® exam and the tools and techniques that will help you prepare for the exam. You will examine the value of the PMP® certification and the requirements to apply. You will learn about the PMBOK® 7th edition differences from previous editions and strategies to help prepare you for the exam.

Understanding Projects

This lesson will acclimate you to the project environment by defining a project and exploring the project manager's roles and responsibilities. You will identify basic project management terminology and learn about the differences in project management concepts.

Stakeholder Performance Doma

This lesson covers the stakeholder performance domain, the first of eight performance domains discussed in this course. You will learn about the activities and functions of project stakeholders and identify strategies to engage and analyze stakeholders and sponsors. The leadership structures in waterfall and agile projects are also compared.

Team Performance Domain

This lesson covers the team performance domain and focuses on the activities and functions of those responsible for delivering project deliverables. It identifies ways you can empower stakeholders to work on a project. You will learn about the unique advantages of diverse projects and teams and compare the roles and responsibilities in waterfall vs. agile teams.

Development Approach and Lifecycle Performance Domain

This lesson is about the development approach and lifecycle performance domain. It focuses on the activities and functions associated with the development approach, the delivery cadence, and the phases of the life cycle of a project. You'll learn about how to apply this domain to both waterfall and agile projects and how to track your project's progress.

Planning Performance Domain

This lesson is about the planning performance domain. During the lesson, you will focus on the work you and the project team do to plan for project coordination. You'll learn about defining the project scope and objectives and the documentation needed for a project. You also identify how to incorporate scope changes into a project. Differences in project planning for predictive and agile methodologies are discussed.

Project Work Performance Domain

This lesson covers the project work performance domain, which addresses the work effort associated with creating team norms, processes, and managing resources. You will learn about the processes in a project and identify project constraints. You will also examine project deliverables and cadences.

Delivery Performance Domain

In this lesson, you will review the delivery performance domain, ensuring the project deliverables' quality and scope are achieved. You will learn how the project benefits the stakeholders and receivers and how to communicate when unexpected outcomes need resolution. You will also examine how to measure project progress using various methodologies.

Measurement Performance Domain

In this lesson, you will review the measurement performance domain, which assesses the project's performance and what actions you can take to ensure that the performance meets stakeholder expectations. You will identify measures for projects and analyze team progress and performance. You will also explore how to present project progress to stakeholders.

Uncertainties Performance Domain

In this lesson, you will review the uncertainties performance domain, which is definitely risky business. You will learn about risks and issues and risk mitigation processes. You will identify how uncertainties appear on different project types.

Models, Methods, and Artifacts

In this lesson, you will review the models, methods, and artifacts. It covers the tools and techniques a project manager would typically have for a project and are used throughout the lifecycle, not limited to one performance domain. You will identify project management models and commonly used methods and artifacts.

Post- PMP Certification

In this lesson, you will review common transitions, working with other PMs, and life after the PMP. You will learn to work with a project management office to evolve projects and programs. You will explore how organizational change impacts projects. You will also examine post-exam requirements to maintain your certification and grow your skillset.

What you will learn

• Identify what's new in the PMBOK® 7^th edition and the PMP® exam
• Recall key terminology, concepts, and processes
• Describe the eight project performance domains
• Expand your knowledge of project management methodologies, including agile and predictive
• Describe the necessary preparation for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam

How you will benefit

• Prepare yourself to sit for the updated PMP® exam
• Memorize key terminology referenced in the PMP® exam
• Gain insight into new concepts introduced in the PMBOK® 7^th edition
• Broaden your understanding of development approaches and the principle of tailoring
• Be prepared before, during, and following the new PMP® exam

Tony Swaim

Tony Swaim has helped many clients, colleagues, and students reach their professional and personal goals. He has been an online instructor since 1998 and has taught at colleges and universities across the United States since 1981. His focus areas are project management, Six Sigma, and supply chain management. Tony manages a successful consulting firm, and his industry experience includes 20 years of supply chain management. He earned a Doctorate in Business Administration from Kennesaw State University and holds professional certifications in six disciplines, including the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI)® and Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)® from the American Society for Quality (ASQ)®.

Learn how to prepare for the Project Management Institute's (PMI)® prestigious Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam and what to expect after you complete it.

Stand out to future employers or acquire a potential promotion with your existing employer with a globally recognized project management certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI)®. This comprehensive online course will prepare you for the PMI's® prestigious Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam and what to expect after you complete it. You will learn about the eight project performance domains and what is new in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®) 7th edition.

Expand your knowledge of important industry-related methodologies, including predictive and agile project management. Raise your project management IQ by exploring project management tools and techniques. Throughout the course, use proven learning strategies to help absorb key terminology, concepts, and processes while preparing for your online project management certificate.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.10 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Microsoft Word Online
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are not included in enrollment:

• A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide), 7th Edition

PMI and PMBOK

This lesson explores the structure of the PMP® exam and the tools and techniques that will help you prepare for the exam. You will examine the value of the PMP® certification and the requirements to apply. You will learn about the PMBOK® 7th edition differences from previous editions and strategies to help prepare you for the exam.

Understanding Projects

This lesson will acclimate you to the project environment by defining a project and exploring the project manager's roles and responsibilities. You will identify basic project management terminology and learn about the differences in project management concepts.

Stakeholder Performance Doma

This lesson covers the stakeholder performance domain, the first of eight performance domains discussed in this course. You will learn about the activities and functions of project stakeholders and identify strategies to engage and analyze stakeholders and sponsors. The leadership structures in waterfall and agile projects are also compared.

Team Performance Domain

This lesson covers the team performance domain and focuses on the activities and functions of those responsible for delivering project deliverables. It identifies ways you can empower stakeholders to work on a project. You will learn about the unique advantages of diverse projects and teams and compare the roles and responsibilities in waterfall vs. agile teams.

Development Approach and Lifecycle Performance Domain

This lesson is about the development approach and lifecycle performance domain. It focuses on the activities and functions associated with the development approach, the delivery cadence, and the phases of the life cycle of a project. You'll learn about how to apply this domain to both waterfall and agile projects and how to track your project's progress.

Planning Performance Domain

This lesson is about the planning performance domain. During the lesson, you will focus on the work you and the project team do to plan for project coordination. You'll learn about defining the project scope and objectives and the documentation needed for a project. You also identify how to incorporate scope changes into a project. Differences in project planning for predictive and agile methodologies are discussed.

Project Work Performance Domain

This lesson covers the project work performance domain, which addresses the work effort associated with creating team norms, processes, and managing resources. You will learn about the processes in a project and identify project constraints. You will also examine project deliverables and cadences.

Delivery Performance Domain

In this lesson, you will review the delivery performance domain, ensuring the project deliverables' quality and scope are achieved. You will learn how the project benefits the stakeholders and receivers and how to communicate when unexpected outcomes need resolution. You will also examine how to measure project progress using various methodologies.

Measurement Performance Domain

In this lesson, you will review the measurement performance domain, which assesses the project's performance and what actions you can take to ensure that the performance meets stakeholder expectations. You will identify measures for projects and analyze team progress and performance. You will also explore how to present project progress to stakeholders.

Uncertainties Performance Domain

In this lesson, you will review the uncertainties performance domain, which is definitely risky business. You will learn about risks and issues and risk mitigation processes. You will identify how uncertainties appear on different project types.

Models, Methods, and Artifacts

In this lesson, you will review the models, methods, and artifacts. It covers the tools and techniques a project manager would typically have for a project and are used throughout the lifecycle, not limited to one performance domain. You will identify project management models and commonly used methods and artifacts.

Post- PMP Certification

In this lesson, you will review common transitions, working with other PMs, and life after the PMP. You will learn to work with a project management office to evolve projects and programs. You will explore how organizational change impacts projects. You will also examine post-exam requirements to maintain your certification and grow your skillset.

What you will learn

• Identify what's new in the PMBOK® 7^th edition and the PMP® exam
• Recall key terminology, concepts, and processes
• Describe the eight project performance domains
• Expand your knowledge of project management methodologies, including agile and predictive
• Describe the necessary preparation for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam

How you will benefit

• Prepare yourself to sit for the updated PMP® exam
• Memorize key terminology referenced in the PMP® exam
• Gain insight into new concepts introduced in the PMBOK® 7^th edition
• Broaden your understanding of development approaches and the principle of tailoring
• Be prepared before, during, and following the new PMP® exam

Tony Swaim

Tony Swaim has helped many clients, colleagues, and students reach their professional and personal goals. He has been an online instructor since 1998 and has taught at colleges and universities across the United States since 1981. His focus areas are project management, Six Sigma, and supply chain management. Tony manages a successful consulting firm, and his industry experience includes 20 years of supply chain management. He earned a Doctorate in Business Administration from Kennesaw State University and holds professional certifications in six disciplines, including the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI)® and Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)® from the American Society for Quality (ASQ)®.

Learn how to prepare for the Project Management Institute's (PMI)® prestigious Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam and what to expect after you complete it.

Stand out to future employers or acquire a potential promotion with your existing employer with a globally recognized project management certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI)®. This comprehensive online course will prepare you for the PMI's® prestigious Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam and what to expect after you complete it. You will learn about the eight project performance domains and what is new in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®) 7th edition.

Expand your knowledge of important industry-related methodologies, including predictive and agile project management. Raise your project management IQ by exploring project management tools and techniques. Throughout the course, use proven learning strategies to help absorb key terminology, concepts, and processes while preparing for your online project management certificate.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.10 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Microsoft Word Online
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are not included in enrollment:

• A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide), 7th Edition

This online course helps you learn how to prepare for the Project Management Institute's (PMI)® prestigious Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam. You will discover what to expect after completing the exam and learn about the eight project performance domains, agile methodology, and what is new in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®) 7th edition.

Note: To properly prepare for your PMP® certification exam, in addition to this course, you will need to complete other requirements. Review the PMI® website to ensure you meet the current requirements and overall eligibility.

PMI and PMBOK

This lesson explores the structure of the PMP® exam and the tools and techniques that will help you prepare for the exam. You will examine the value of the PMP® certification and the requirements to apply. You will learn about the PMBOK® 7th edition differences from previous editions and strategies to help prepare you for the exam.

Understanding Projects

This lesson acclimates you to the project environment by defining a project and exploring the project manager's roles and responsibilities. You will identify basic project management terminology and learn about the differences in project management concepts.

Stakeholder Performance Domain

This lesson covers the stakeholder performance domain, the first of eight performance domains discussed in this course. You will learn about the activities and functions of project stakeholders and identify strategies to engage and analyze stakeholders and sponsors. The leadership structures in waterfall and agile projects are also compared.

Team Performance Domain

This lesson covers the team performance domain. This lesson focuses on the activities and functions of those responsible for delivering project deliverables. It identifies ways you can empower stakeholders to work on a project. You will learn about the unique advantages of diverse projects and teams and compare the roles and responsibilities in waterfall vs. agile teams.

Development Approach and Lifecycle Performance Domain

This lesson is about the development approach and lifecycle performance domain. This lesson focuses on the activities and functions associated with the development approach, the delivery cadence, and the phases of the life cycle of a project. You'll learn about how to apply this domain to both waterfall and agile projects and how to track your project's progress.

Planning Performance Domain

This lesson is about the planning performance domain. In this lesson, you will focus on the work you and the project team do to plan for project coordination. You'll learn about defining the project scope and objectives and the documentation needed for a project. You also identify how to incorporate scope changes into a project. Differences in project planning for predictive and agile methodologies are discussed.

Project Work Performance Domain

This lesson covers the project work performance domain, which addresses the work effort associated with creating team norms, processes, and managing resources. You will learn about the processes in a project and identify project constraints. You will also examine project deliverables and cadences.

Delivery Performance Domain

This lesson reviews the delivery performance domain, ensuring the project deliverables' quality and scope are achieved. You will learn how the project benefits the stakeholders and receivers and how to communicate when unexpected outcomes need resolution. You will also examine how to measure project progress using various methodologies.

Measurement Performance Domain

This lesson reviews the measurement performance domain, which assesses the project's performance and what actions you can take to ensure that the performance meets stakeholder expectations. You will identify measures for projects and analyze team progress and performance. You will also explore how to present project progress to stakeholders.

Uncertainties Performance Domain

This lesson reviews the uncertainties performance domain, which is definitely risky business. You will learn about risks and issues and risk mitigation processes. You will identify how uncertainties appear on different project types.

Models, Methods, and Artifacts

This lesson reviews the models, methods, and artifacts. It covers the tools and techniques a project manager would typically have for a project and are used throughout the lifecycle, not limited to one performance domain. You will identify project management models and commonly used methods and artifacts.

Post- PMP Certification

This lesson reviews common transitions, working with other PMs, and life after the PMP. You will learn to work with a project management office to evolve projects and programs. You will explore how organizational change impacts projects. You will also examine post-exam requirements to maintain your certification and grow your skillset.

What you will learn

• Identify what's new in the PMBOK® 7^th edition and the PMP® exam
• Recall key terminology, concepts, and processes
• Describe the eight project performance domains
• Expand your knowledge of project management methodologies, including agile and predictive
• Describe the necessary preparation for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam

How you will benefit

• Prepare yourself to sit for the updated PMP® exam
• Memorize key terminology referenced in the PMP® exam
• Gain insight into new concepts introduced in the PMBOK® 7^th edition
• Broaden your understanding of development approaches and the principle of tailoring
• Be prepared before, during, and following the new PMP® exam

Learn how to prepare for the Project Management Institute's (PMI)® prestigious Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam and what to expect after you complete it.

Stand out to future employers or acquire a potential promotion with your existing employer with a globally recognized project management certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI)®. This comprehensive online course will prepare you for the PMI's® prestigious Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam and what to expect after you complete it. You will learn about the eight project performance domains and what is new in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®) 7th edition.

Expand your knowledge of important industry-related methodologies, including predictive and agile project management. Raise your project management IQ by exploring project management tools and techniques. Throughout the course, use proven learning strategies to help absorb key terminology, concepts, and processes while preparing for your online project management certificate.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.10 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Microsoft Word Online
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are not included in enrollment:

• A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide), 7th Edition

This online course helps you learn how to prepare for the Project Management Institute's (PMI)® prestigious Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam. You will discover what to expect after completing the exam and learn about the eight project performance domains, agile methodology, and what is new in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®) 7th edition.

Note: To properly prepare for your PMP® certification exam, in addition to this course, you will need to complete other requirements. Review the PMI® website to ensure you meet the current requirements and overall eligibility.

PMI and PMBOK

This lesson explores the structure of the PMP® exam and the tools and techniques that will help you prepare for the exam. You will examine the value of the PMP® certification and the requirements to apply. You will learn about the PMBOK® 7th edition differences from previous editions and strategies to help prepare you for the exam.

Understanding Projects

This lesson acclimates you to the project environment by defining a project and exploring the project manager's roles and responsibilities. You will identify basic project management terminology and learn about the differences in project management concepts.

Stakeholder Performance Domain

This lesson covers the stakeholder performance domain, the first of eight performance domains discussed in this course. You will learn about the activities and functions of project stakeholders and identify strategies to engage and analyze stakeholders and sponsors. The leadership structures in waterfall and agile projects are also compared.

Team Performance Domain

This lesson covers the team performance domain. This lesson focuses on the activities and functions of those responsible for delivering project deliverables. It identifies ways you can empower stakeholders to work on a project. You will learn about the unique advantages of diverse projects and teams and compare the roles and responsibilities in waterfall vs. agile teams.

Development Approach and Lifecycle Performance Domain

This lesson is about the development approach and lifecycle performance domain. This lesson focuses on the activities and functions associated with the development approach, the delivery cadence, and the phases of the life cycle of a project. You'll learn about how to apply this domain to both waterfall and agile projects and how to track your project's progress.

Planning Performance Domain

This lesson is about the planning performance domain. In this lesson, you will focus on the work you and the project team do to plan for project coordination. You'll learn about defining the project scope and objectives and the documentation needed for a project. You also identify how to incorporate scope changes into a project. Differences in project planning for predictive and agile methodologies are discussed.

Project Work Performance Domain

This lesson covers the project work performance domain, which addresses the work effort associated with creating team norms, processes, and managing resources. You will learn about the processes in a project and identify project constraints. You will also examine project deliverables and cadences.

Delivery Performance Domain

This lesson reviews the delivery performance domain, ensuring the project deliverables' quality and scope are achieved. You will learn how the project benefits the stakeholders and receivers and how to communicate when unexpected outcomes need resolution. You will also examine how to measure project progress using various methodologies.

Measurement Performance Domain

This lesson reviews the measurement performance domain, which assesses the project's performance and what actions you can take to ensure that the performance meets stakeholder expectations. You will identify measures for projects and analyze team progress and performance. You will also explore how to present project progress to stakeholders.

Uncertainties Performance Domain

This lesson reviews the uncertainties performance domain, which is definitely risky business. You will learn about risks and issues and risk mitigation processes. You will identify how uncertainties appear on different project types.

Models, Methods, and Artifacts

This lesson reviews the models, methods, and artifacts. It covers the tools and techniques a project manager would typically have for a project and are used throughout the lifecycle, not limited to one performance domain. You will identify project management models and commonly used methods and artifacts.

Post- PMP Certification

This lesson reviews common transitions, working with other PMs, and life after the PMP. You will learn to work with a project management office to evolve projects and programs. You will explore how organizational change impacts projects. You will also examine post-exam requirements to maintain your certification and grow your skillset.

What you will learn

• Identify what's new in the PMBOK® 7^th edition and the PMP® exam
• Recall key terminology, concepts, and processes
• Describe the eight project performance domains
• Expand your knowledge of project management methodologies, including agile and predictive
• Describe the necessary preparation for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam

How you will benefit

• Prepare yourself to sit for the updated PMP® exam
• Memorize key terminology referenced in the PMP® exam
• Gain insight into new concepts introduced in the PMBOK® 7^th edition
• Broaden your understanding of development approaches and the principle of tailoring
• Be prepared before, during, and following the new PMP® exam