Computer Technician Program Description
Employer-trusted training for greater career opportunities.
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Overview
Some say we over-train our computer technicians. We’ll take that as a compliment. You can take it as assurance that you’re getting the best training in the business. Our online computer technician training is reverse engineered from the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) certification. That’s the most prestigious recognition of real-world expertise you can get as a new computer technician.
But our program is way more than fancy training, it’s a career jump-starter (with expert job-hunting assistance built in). So, you walk away with a shiny new skillset, certification in hand and hot job prospects on the horizon. Simply put, if you’re looking for your best career retraining or upskilling option and wondering how to become a computer technician … you just found what you were looking for.
Program Timeline
Your new computer technician career is closer than you think. Because our program is designed to be completed in as little as 4 months.†
Best of all, you don’t have to wait. You can begin today. As soon as your payment is processed, we’ll email your login and password so you can start training today!
Complete in as little as four months†
134 hours of training materials
Study Format
Our computer tech certification program is designed to be doable. Unlike traditional brick-and-mortar schools, our have-it-your-way training is always on … because it’s online. 24/7 web access gives you the freedom to study however, whenever, and wherever you want. Got a laptop? You’re ready to rock!
Learn from home (or anywhere)
Study online (anytime)
Support
We’re people, not just a website. And this is tech training with TLC. So don’t think of your computer technician training online as e-learning. Think of it as we-learning, because we’re in it with you every step of the way. Real people (dedicated trainers, tutors, tech support, and career advisors) are all devoted to your success—from before you sign up to after you complete your program.
One-on-one support
Phone, live chat, and email
Computer Technician Program Modules
How do you consume tons of new information? One bite at a time. That’s why our 182-hour curriculum is divided into 19 bite-size modules. Click each module to see what you’ll learn.
Program Orientation
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Identify the elements, expectations, and requirements of the program.
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Navigate the program using the pages, menus, and buttons provided.
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Use the program tools, including the study planner, gradebook, and completion report.
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See how to contact/communicate with CareerStep via phone, email, forums, chat rooms, and social media.
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Identify and use program-specific resources.
Computer Technician Core 1
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Disassemble and reassemble a desktop computer safely
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Disassemble and reassemble a laptop computer safely
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Describe and contrast various types and features of motherboards
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Configure a motherboard using BIOS/UEFI firmware
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Maintain a motherboard by updating drivers and firmware, using jumpers to clear BIOS/UEFI settings, and replacing the CMOS battery
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Select, install, and support a hard drive
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Explain the TCP/IP protocols and standards Windows uses for networking
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Identify, compare, and contrast hardware used to build local networks
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Troubleshoot network connectivity problems caused by firmware, operating systems, and applications
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Identify and use significant features of Android, iOS, Windows Mobile, and Chrome OS mobile operating systems
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Support cloud computing services on a network
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Install and share printers and manage printer features, add-on devices, and the printer queue
Computer Technician Core 2
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Plan a Windows installation
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Configure Windows settings after the installation
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Describe special concerns when installing Windows in a large enterprise
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Use Windows tools, including Disk Management, to manage hard drives
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Explain how to secure resources on a network via physical and logical access control, user authentication, and user education
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Recognize malicious software and remove it to protect personal computers
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Use and support macOS for Apple computers
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Use and support Linux distributions with graphical and command-line interfaces
Program Completion: Computer Technician A+
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Prepare to take the next steps after program completion
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Computer Technician Certifications
We provide three free certification practice exams, plus two actual test vouchers. (That’s up to a $438 value!) We’ll even schedule the tests for you to make completing your online computer technician certification as easy as possible.
Prestigious CompTIA A+ Certification
Earn your A+ certifications through the CompTIA. (Exam codes 220-1001 and 220-1002, also known as Core 1 and Core 2 certification.) They prove your competence in installing, maintaining, customizing, and operating personal computers.
Fundamental PC Pro Certification
Verify your foundational knowledge to work as an IT support professional.
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