Description
The IT world has grown a lot in the last 20 to 30 years. From a select number of all-round IT professionals, this world has grown to a major confluence of different areas of expertise. For example, Cloud, Security, Networks and Systems, Software and Data are probably not new terms. But what do they really mean?
To get acquainted with this and get started, we offer an introduction to IT via our IT Fundamentals course with the official CompTIA ITF+ material. You will work with the 6 domains in IT, and we will always look at the basis of these domains.
We see short introductions to these domains so that you know how to find your job in this domain. Whether you want to get started in IT, learn more, or better understand your technical colleagues. This course offers the first coat rack in your IT cabinet!
In short? Get to know the wonderful world of IT and everything it has to offer!
What do you get from us?
- 3 days of training by certified trainers
- If Physical: Top location with lunch included
- Official CompTIA course materials (e-book and labs)
- CompTIA Test Exam
- 2 CompTIA ITF+ exam chances
What do you learn?
- IT concepts and terminology
- Networks and Systems within the IT Infrastructure
- Applications and Software
- Software development concepts
- Databases and their foundations
- Security and awareness
Audience
This training is an excellent starting point for anyone who wants to become familiar with the IT world. Whether you are a computer engineer, software engineer, team lead or hobbyist, this course offers you the starting point in this rapidly changing world.
Prior knowledge
Specific prior knowledge is not required. Although it helps to be able to use a computer, mouse and keyboard.
Methods
The process consists of 3 consecutive days, during which the knowledge and actions are taught through Demos and practical exercises.
You can practice at home with your own computer.
We recommend that you prepare each lesson properly so that the lessons meet the needs of each participant.
Contents
Day 1
- Welcoming
- Introduction to the IT world
- Computers and familiar devices
- Using and Managing Operating Systems
- Detect/analyze and resolve support and issues
- Data types and units in IT
- Using and installing applications
- Introduction to Software Development
- Using databases
- Summary
Day 2
- Active repetition day 1
- Use other devices with your computer
- Memory and storage capacity with other devices
- Files and file structures
- Basic Network concepts
- Connecting to a Network
- Access the Internet safely
- Explore shared storage facilities
- Mobile devices
- Summary
Day 3
- Safety & sensation
- Safety & risks
- Best practices
- Access control
- Social engineering
- Human Risk Assessment
- An introduction to Cloud and its fundamentals
- A way of working: Waterfall vs Agile
- Development and Operations: DevOps
What do you know and can do after the course?
1.0 IT Concepts and Terminology
- Compare and recognize notational systems (Binary, Hexadecimal, Decimal, SCII, Unicode)
- Compare and recognize fundamental data types and their characteristics (char, string, integer, float, boolean)
- Describe the basics of computing and processes (input, output, processes, storage)
- Explain the value of data and information
- Compare and recognize basic units of measurement (bit, byte, bps, Hz)
- Explain the troubleshooting methodology
2.0 Infrastructure
- Recognize different input/output devices and their interfaces
- In case of a case, install and configure common devices on a laptop or PC
- Explain the purpose of the basic computer components
- Compare and recognize the basic internet service types (Fiber, Cable, DSL, Wireless)
- Compare and recognize storage types
- Compare and recognize basic computer devices and their usefulness (Smartphone, tablet, laptop, server, Gaming console, IoT,...)
- Explain basic Network concepts (Communication, Addresses, Protocols, Devices)
- Given a case study, install, configure, and secure a basic wireless network
3.0 Applications and Software
- Explain the usefulness of an Operating System
- Compare and recognize operating system components
- Explain the usefulness and good use of software
- Explain application architecture methods and deployment models
- Given a case study, configure a web browser
- Compare and recognize common applications, concepts and practices
4.0 Software Development Concepts
- Explain and compare programming language categories (Interpreted, Compiled, Query, Assembly)
- Given a case study, use appropriate programming conceptualization techniques and logical structures (Pseudocode, UML, Sequences, Branches, and Repetitions)
- Explain the usefulness and use of programming concepts
5.0 Database Fundamentals
- Explain database concepts and the usefulness of a database
- Compare and recognize different database structures
- Summarize methods of dealing with databases
6.0 Security
- Summarize confidential, integrity, and availability issues
- Explain methods for securing devices
- Summarize behaviour-related security concepts
- Compare and recognize authentication, authorization, follow-up, and non-repudiation
- Explain password best practices
- Explain basic use of encryption
- Explain business risk management
Certification
Training and course recognition
This course is built with the official CompTIA ITF+ material, and is aligned with the accompanying certificate.
Trainers from this process have obtained the certificate and are Multimedi certified trainers.
Post-training certification
After the training, you can certify yourself by passing a CompTIA exam.
You will receive a Multimedi certificate of participation after completing this course.
Post-training
After this course, you are ready to make a choice in IT.
You can choose to follow one of our Switch2IT processes such as Software Developer, IT Support Engineer, Cloud Engineer, Network Administrator,...
You can further certify with CompTIA by completing the CompTIA A+ or Network+ process.
You can go deeper into Security via Mile2 via the CNP or CSP process