CompTIA A+ Core 1: Hardware and Display Components

Skillsoft issued completion badges are earned based on viewing the percentage required or receiving a passing score when assessment is required. Understanding how systems work begins with hardware. Hardware is the engine by which software can perform, and being able to work with and maintain hardware and display components is a key activity for IT professionals. In this course, you’ll learn about hardware and display components, beginning with laptop components and specifications, key hardware components, Hard Disk Drive (HDD) and Solid State Drive (SSD) migration, and HDD/SSD replacement. Next you’ll delve into laptop battery health, mobile displays and components, display types, integrated peripherals, and digitizers and touchscreens. Finally, you’ll explore safe handling of computer components, system maintenance tools, cleaning hardware components, and common causes of hardware failure. This course is one of a collection that prepares learners for the CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) exam.