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IT Fundamentals Pro
CompTIA IT Fundamentals Pro is a training course that prepares you to master foundational IT knowledge and skills. It covers basic terminology, concepts, and practices in technology-driven environments. Through hands-on simulations and real-world scenarios, the course prepares you for entry-level IT roles and the CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ (ITF+) certification. As ITF+ evolves into the newest Tech+ certification, this course will retire on July 31, 2026. Explore Tech+ for the latest training and certification.
Skills learned
Understand basic IT concepts, hardware, software, networking, and the purpose of common devices and components.
Learn the basics of operating systems, applications, software development, and how data is stored, organized, and accessed.
Understand cybersecurity concepts, identify common threats, and apply best practices to secure systems.
Apply basic troubleshooting techniques to resolve hardware, software, and network issues.
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Competency assessment details
Included with the course: The IT Fundamentals Pro competency assessment is integrated into the course
Launch date: July 14, 2020
Assessment format: Performance-based tasks that simulate real-world scenarios
Question count: Up to 20 questions
Task count: Up to 45 tasks in the assessment
Time limit: 120 minutes
Score range: 200 - 2000
Passing score: 1450
Recommended experience: You don’t need prior experience; this course is designed for beginners or individuals exploring IT careers
Retirement: July 31, 2026
Course objectives
IT concepts and terminology
- Understand basic IT concepts, including hardware, software, and networking.
- Learn key terminology used in IT environments.
Infrastructure
- Identify and explain the purpose of common hardware devices.
- Understand basic networking concepts, including IP addressing and protocols.
Applications and software
- Learn the basics of operating systems, applications, and software management.
- Understand software development concepts and methodologies.
Security
- Understand basic cybersecurity concepts and best practices.
- Identify common threats and vulnerabilities.
Database fundamentals
- Understand database concepts and structures.
- Learn how data is stored, organized, and accessed.
Troubleshooting
- Learn basic troubleshooting techniques for hardware, software, and networks.
- Use problem-solving methodologies to resolve common IT issues.