Operating Systems & Information Technology
IT Essentials
Course Overview
IT Essentials covers fundamental computer and career skills for entry-level IT jobs. Students apply skills and procedures to install, configure, and troubleshoot computers, mobile devices, and software.
Benefits
Learn the fundamentals of connecting computers to networks. Plus, you’ll enjoy working with Cisco Networking Academy’s advanced simulation tools with hands-on labs to hone your troubleshooting skills and immediately practice what you learn!
Prepare for Careers
- Develop skills for entry-level technical support roles
- Prepare for CompTIA A+ certification exam
- Build your foundation for CCNA-level courses
Course Details
Target Audience: Secondary and 2-year college vocational students
Estimated Time to Completion: 70 hours
Prerequisites: None
Course Delivery: Instructor-led
Learning Component Highlights:
- 14 chapters and 99 practice labs
- Cisco Packet Tracer, virtual laptop, and virtual desktop learning tools
- 29+ interactive activities
- 18+ assessments throughout the course
- 1 final and 2 practice certification exams
Course Recognitions: Certificate of Completion, Digital Badge, Letter of Merit
Recommended Next Course:
CCNA: Introduction to Networking (ITN)