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CompTIA Tech+

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Course Overview

CompTIA Tech+ is the essential certification for anyone exploring a tech career. It provides you with the foundational knowledge and hands-on skills needed to navigate today’s digital world, giving you the confidence to take the first step toward a tech-related career. CompTIA Tech+ focuses on practical, real-world skills that help you understand core tech concepts, troubleshoot basic issues, and build a strong foundation for future learning and growth in the tech industry.

Skills Learned

  • Understand notational systems, computing basics, the value of data, and troubleshooting methodology.
  • Learn to set up and install common peripheral devices, configure wireless networks, and understand virtualization and cloud technologies.
  • Gain knowledge of operating systems, application software, web browser features, and artificial intelligence tools like chatbots and generative AI.
  • Apply programming language categories, organizational techniques, logic concepts, and foundational programming principles in software development.
  • Understand database concepts, structures, and uses, as well as backup methods and the value of data in decision-making.
  • Learn best practices for securing devices, managing passwords, and using encryption to protect data at rest and in transit.

Exam Details

  • Exam version: V6
  • Exam series code: FC0-U71
  • Launch date: July 16, 2024
  • Number of questions: a maximum of 70 questions
  • Types of questions: multiple-choice
  • Duration: 60 minutes
  • Passing score: 650 (on a scale of 900)
  • Languages: English
  • Recommended experience: no prior experience necessary

Career Path

Flexible Training Options to
Meet Your Needs

We understand that flexibility is key to effective learning and development, especially in today’s dynamic work environment. That’s why we offer multiple delivery formats for our trainings in UAE. Whether you prefer the interaction of in-person classes, the convenience of live virtual training, or the independence of self-paced online learning, we have a solution tailored to your schedule. Our goal is to make professional growth accessible to everyone, allowing you to upskill without compromising your other commitments.

Target Audiance

  • Entry-Level IT Professionals starting their career in technology and support roles.
  • Technical Support Specialists and Help Desk Staff who provide front-line assistance for hardware, software, and network issues.
  • Students and Recent Graduates in IT, computer science, or related fields seeking a strong technical foundation.
  • Career Changers transitioning into the IT industry who need a recognised entry-level certification.
  • Small Business IT Staff responsible for managing day-to-day technical operations.
  • Junior Network or System Administrators preparing to move into specialised IT roles.
  • Non-Technical Professionals in technology-driven organisations who want to gain a better understanding of IT fundamentals.

Schedule Dates

17 November 2025 - 21 November 2025
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23 February 2026 - 27 February 2026
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25 May 2026 - 29 May 2026
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31 August 2026 - 04 September 2026
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Course Content

  • Computing basics: input, processing, output, and storage fundamentals.
  • Notational systems: binary, hexadecimal, decimal, and octal systems.
  • Units of measure: storage (bit, byte, KB, GB, TB), speed (MHz, GHz), and throughput (bps, Mbps, Gbps).
  • Troubleshooting methodology: identifying problems, testing theories, implementing solutions, and documenting findings.

  • Computing devices: smartphones, tablets, laptops, servers, IoT devices, and gaming consoles.
  • Internal components: motherboard, CPU, RAM, storage (HDD, SSD, NVMe), NIC, and GPU.
  • Storage types: volatile vs. non-volatile, local, network, and cloud storage.
  • Peripheral setup: printers, scanners, monitors, and driver installation.
  • Device interfaces: USB, HDMI, Ethernet, Bluetooth, and NFC.
  • Virtualization and cloud: hypervisors, SaaS, PaaS, IaaS, hybrid, and on-premises models.
  • Networking basics: LAN vs. WAN, IP/MAC addresses, routers, switches, and firewalls.
  • Wireless networks: 802.11 standards, speed, and interference considerations.

  • Operating systems: mobile, desktop, server, embedded systems.
  • OS components: file systems (NTFS, FAT32), interfaces (GUI, command line), utilities, and drivers.
  • Software types: productivity tools, collaboration apps, web browsers, and remote support.
  • Web browser features: private browsing, add-ons, password management, and cache clearing.
  • Artificial intelligence: chatbots, assistants, and generative AI for content and predictions.

  • Programming languages: interpreted, compiled, scripting, markup, and assembly.
  • Data types: char, strings, numbers (integers, floats), and Boolean.
  • Programming concepts: variables, constants, arrays, functions, and objects.
  • Organizational techniques: pseudocode, flowcharts, object-oriented methods, branching, looping.

  • Value of data: data-driven decisions, reporting, and monetization.
  • Database concepts: relational vs. non-relational, tables, rows, fields, primary/foreign keys.
  • Database use: queries, reports, scalability, cloud vs. local storage.
  • Backup concepts: file and system backups, local vs. cloud storage.

  • Security concepts: confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, and authorization.
  • Device security: anti-malware, firewalls, patching, physical security, safe browsing.
  • Password practices: length, complexity, privacy, reuse, and password managers.
  • Encryption: data at rest, data in transit, HTTPS, VPNs, mobile devices.

FAQs

CompTIA Tech+ is a highly respected certification designed to help you explore whether a tech career is right for you. It provides foundational knowledge of tech concepts, terminology, and skills, making it an excellent starting point for students, career changers, and professionals looking to enhance their tech literacy.

CompTIA Tech+ is ideal for students, aspiring tech practitioners with no experience, career changers, and professionals in non-technical roles who want to gain a better understanding of technology. It’s also a great fit for marketing, sales, and operations staff who want to enhance their tech skills and rely less on tech support.

CompTIA updates the Tech+ exam to align with evolving industry demands and technologies. The rebranded certification reflects the latest advancements in the tech industry. Regular updates ensure the certification includes current trends, hands-on skills development, and emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and robotics.

CompTIA Tech+ is important because it helps you build confidence in your ability to understand and work with technology. It provides a strong foundation in tech basics, enabling you to explore tech career paths or improve your performance in roles that require tech knowledge. Tech+ is the only pre-career certification that covers all tech fundamentals, making it a valuable stepping stone for further certifications like CompTIA A+.

ITF+ (V5) will retire in Spring 2025. If you’ve been preparing for ITF+, you can still take the V5 exam before its retirement. However, if you’re starting your certification journey, we recommend pursuing Tech+ (V6) to ensure your certification reflects the latest industry standards and advancements.

The Tech+ exam covers:

  • Tech concepts and terminology
  • Infrastructure applications and software
  • Software development
  • Data and database fundamentals
  • Security

  • CertMaster Learn: Self-paced interactive lessons, videos, quizzes, and practice questions with analytics.
  • CertMaster Labs: Hands-on simulated labs with real-world applications.
  • CertMaster Practice: Practice questions and assessments to build confidence.

With a CompTIA Tech+ certification, you can explore roles such as tech support specialist, tech-savvy marketing or sales professional, operations assistant, or other entry-level positions in tech-related fields. Tech+ is also a great starting point for transitioning into a tech career or enhancing your current role with foundational tech skills.