Practice Exams for CompTIA A+ Certification: Core 1 & Core 2 from Coursera

Prepare for a successful IT career with our comprehensive CompTIA A+ Certification Practice Exams. This course covers Core 1 and Core 2 and equips you with the IT skills needed for roles like Computer Technician, IT Support Specialist, Help Desk Technician, IT Support Manager and more.

You'll explore eligibility requirements, sign-up procedures, testing methods, and essential knowledge within A+ domains. Additionally, you will complete two mock exams, containing the same number and type of questions as the official CompTIA A+ Core 1 and Core 2 Certification exams.

Delve into A+ exam domains, learn testing strategies, and enhance your readiness for the CompTIA A+ Certification exam. This assessment will challenge your IT expertise in areas such as hardware, operating systems, software, networking, security, troubleshooting, mobile devices, virtualization, cloud computing, and operating procedures.

This course assumes basic familiarity with IT fundamentals (ITF+), Core 1, and Core 2 content. If you're new to these skills, consider our IBM IT Support Professional Certificate or IBM Information Technology (IT) and Cloud Fundamentals Specialization before enrolling in this course.

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Syllabus

CompTIA A+ Core 1 and Core 2 Exam Overview

In this module, you will learn about the eligibility requirements for the CompTIA A+ Certification exams, the domains and testing methods, exam-taking strategies, and additional study resources and tips. You can also assess your readiness for the CompTIA A+ Core 1 and Core 2 mock exams through two practice quizzes.

Mock Exam for CompTIA A+ Certification: Core 1

In this module, you will complete a CompTIA A+ Core 1 exam simulation with the same number and type of questions.

Mock Exam for CompTIA A+ Certification: Core 2

In this module, you will complete a CompTIA A+ Core 2 exam simulation with the same number and type of questions.

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Suits beginners familiar with ITF+, Core 1, and Core 2 content

Meets eligibility requirements for CompTIA A+ Certification exams

Covers domains and testing methods, and provides exam-taking strategies

Provides additional study resources and tips.

Includes two mock exams with the same number and type of questions as official exams

Assesses expertise in hardware, operating systems, software, networking, security, troubleshooting, mobile devices, virtualization, cloud computing, and operating procedures

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Practice Exams for CompTIA A+ Certification: Core 1 & Core 2 with these activities:

Review basic hardware knowledge

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Refreshes your memory of hardware knowledge, ensuring you have a solid foundation before taking this course.

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Go over the course syllabus and review the hardware topics covered.
Review your notes from any previous hardware courses or tutorials.
Take practice quizzes or mock exams to test your knowledge.

Create a study guide using course materials and additional resources

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Provides a personalized and organized resource for your exam preparation, enhancing your efficiency and effectiveness.

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Gather materials from the course, such as lecture notes, slides, and practice questions.
Supplement with information from textbooks, articles, or online resources.
Organize the materials into a comprehensive study guide.

Write a summary of the CompTIA A+ Certification exam objectives

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Provides an opportunity to actively engage with the exam objectives and improve your comprehension.

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Read through the CompTIA A+ Certification exam objectives.
Summarize each objective in your own words.
Organize your summary into a logical format, such as an outline or table.

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Join a study group or online forum for CompTIA A+ Certification

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Facilitates collaboration, knowledge sharing, and support, boosting your confidence and motivation.

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Find a study group or online forum dedicated to CompTIA A+ Certification.
Participate in discussions and ask questions to clarify concepts.
Share your knowledge and insights with other members.

Practice CompTIA A+ Certification mock exams

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Strengthens your understanding of the CompTIA A+ Certification exam format and content, improving your chances of success.

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Complete the mock exams provided in this course.
Find additional mock exams online or in study guides.
Review your results and identify areas for improvement.

Search for tutorials on specific CompTIA A+ Certification exam topics

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Provides targeted support for areas where you need additional clarification, deepening your understanding.

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Identify specific topics where you need more practice or understanding.
Search for tutorials on those topics online or in video format.
Follow the tutorials and complete any exercises or practice questions provided.

Review CompTIA A+ Certification Study Guide

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Provides a comprehensive and authoritative reference for exam preparation, deepening your knowledge and reinforcing key concepts.

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Read through the study guide, focusing on the chapters relevant to the exam objectives.
Take notes, highlight, and summarize important concepts.
Complete the practice questions and review the explanations provided.

Contribute to open-source projects related to CompTIA A+ Certification

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Enhances your practical skills, demonstrates your commitment to lifelong learning, and contributes to the IT community.

Browse courses on CompTIA A+

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Identify open-source projects related to CompTIA A+ Certification, such as IT troubleshooting or system administration.
Start contributing to the project by reporting bugs, suggesting improvements, or creating documentation.
Collaborate with other contributors to enhance the project's quality.

Career center

Learners who complete Practice Exams for CompTIA A+ Certification: Core 1 & Core 2 will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Computer Network Support Specialist

Computer Network Support Specialists install, maintain, and troubleshoot computer networks. This course will help you build a foundation in hardware, software, networking, security, and troubleshooting. This course may also help you prepare for the CompTIA A+ Certification exam, which is a valuable credential for Computer Network Support Specialists.

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IT Support Specialist

IT Support Specialists provide technical support to users of computer systems, software, and hardware. This course will help you build a foundation in hardware, software, networking, security, and troubleshooting. This course may also help you prepare for the CompTIA A+ Certification exam, which is a valuable credential for IT Support Specialists.

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Computer Technician

Computer Technicians work to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair computer networks and systems. This course will help you build a foundation in hardware, software, networking, security, and troubleshooting. This course may also help you prepare for the CompTIA A+ Certification exam, which is a valuable credential for Computer Technicians.

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Help Desk Technician

Help Desk Technicians provide technical support to users of computer systems, software, and hardware. This course will help you build a foundation in hardware, software, networking, security, and troubleshooting. This course may also help you prepare for the CompTIA A+ Certification exam, which is a valuable credential for Help Desk Technicians.

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Desktop Support Technician

Desktop Support Technicians provide technical support to users of desktop computers and laptops. This course will help you build a foundation in hardware, software, and troubleshooting. This course may also help you prepare for the CompTIA A+ Certification exam, which is a valuable credential for Desktop Support Technicians.

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IT Support Manager

IT Support Managers oversee the technical support team and ensure that users of computer systems, software, and hardware receive the support they need. This course will help you build a foundation in hardware, software, networking, security, and troubleshooting. This course may also help you prepare for the CompTIA A+ Certification exam, which is a valuable credential for IT Support Managers.

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Computer Systems Analyst

Computer Systems Analysts design, implement, and maintain computer systems. This course will help you build a foundation in hardware, software, networking, and security. This course may also help you prepare for the CompTIA A+ Certification exam, which may be a valuable credential for Computer Systems Analyst.

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Chief Information Officer

Chief Information Officers (CIOs) are responsible for the overall IT strategy and operations of an organization. This course will help you build a foundation in hardware, software, networking, security, and management. This course may also help you prepare for the CompTIA A+ Certification exam, which may be a valuable credential for CIOs.

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Database Administrator

Database Administrators design, implement, and maintain databases. This course will help you build a foundation in hardware, software, and security. This course may also help you prepare for the CompTIA A+ Certification exam, which may be a valuable credential for Database Administrators.

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Web Developer

Web Developers design, develop, and implement websites. This course will help you understand the underlying hardware and software that websites run on. This course may also help you prepare for the CompTIA A+ Certification exam, which may be a valuable credential for Web Developers.

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Network Administrator

Network Administrators design, implement, and maintain computer networks. This course will help you build a foundation in hardware, software, networking, and security. This course may also help you prepare for the CompTIA A+ Certification exam, which may be a valuable credential for Network Administrators.

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Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analysts plan and implement security measures to protect an organization's information systems. This course will help you build a foundation in hardware, software, networking, and security. This course may also help you prepare for the CompTIA A+ Certification exam, which may be a valuable credential for Information Security Analysts.

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IT Manager

IT Managers plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of an organization's IT department. This course will help you build a foundation in hardware, software, networking, security, and management. This course may also help you prepare for the CompTIA A+ Certification exam, which may be a valuable credential for IT Managers.

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Software Developer

Software Developers design, develop, and implement software applications. While this course will not teach you how to code, it will help you understand the underlying hardware and software that software applications run on. This course may also help you prepare for the CompTIA A+ Certification exam, which may be a valuable credential for Software Developers.

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Systems Administrator

Systems Administrators design, implement, and maintain computer systems. This course will help you build a foundation in hardware, software, networking, and security. This course may also help you prepare for the CompTIA A+ Certification exam, which may be a valuable credential for Systems Administrators.

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