CompTIA ITF+ (IT Fundamentals) Beginner IT Certification Course
Course Description
Step confidently into the world of Information Technology with CompTIA ITF+, the ideal starting point for anyone new to IT. Whether you’re a student, career changer, or small business owner, this beginner-friendly course equips you with essential skills and foundational knowledge in hardware, software, networks, security, and IT troubleshooting.
Through hands-on practice and guided instruction, you’ll learn how computers and systems work, how to safely use common technologies, and how IT professionals support the digital infrastructure we use every day. This course also helps you explore whether a career in IT is right for you while preparing you for the CompTIA ITF+ (FC0-U61) certification exam.
Training Duration & Schedule
- Total Training Hours: 80 Hours
- Schedule: 4 Hours per Day, 5 Days per Week
- Course Length: 4 Weeks (1 Month)
| Module | Lesson Title | Lesson # |
| Module 1: IT Concepts and Terminology | Introduction to ITF+ and Course Overview | 1 |
| Understanding Data Types & Units | 2 | |
| Notational Systems (Binary, Hex) | 3 | |
| Computing Processing Basics | 4 | |
| Application Software vs. System Software | 5 | |
| Basic Troubleshooting Methodologies | 6 | |
| Virtual Lab – Identifying Components | 7 | |
| Quiz + Review Session | 8 | |
| Module 2: Infrastructure | Types of Computing Devices | 9 |
| Internal & External Components of a PC | 10 | |
| Peripheral Devices and Configuration | 11 | |
| Storage and Media Types | 12 | |
| Basic Networking Concepts (LAN, WAN, IP, DNS) | 13 | |
| Setting Up a SOHO Network | 14 | |
| Virtual Lab – Network Configuration | 15 | |
| Quiz + Review Session | 16 | |
| Module 3: Applications and Software Development | Operating Systems & Interfaces (GUI/CLI) | 17 |
| Installing and Updating Software | 18 | |
| Programming Logic and Control Structures | 19 | |
| Overview of Programming Languages | 20 | |
| Understanding the SDLC | 21 | |
| Databases and Relationships | 22 | |
| Virtual Lab – SQL Basics | 23 | |
| Quiz + Review Session | 24 | |
| Module 4: Security and Final Prep | Basic Security Concepts (CIA Triad, Threats, Attacks) | 25 |
| Best Practices: Passwords, Safe Browsing, Firewalls | 26 | |
| Access Control and Authentication | 27 | |
| Preventing Malware and Physical Security | 28 | |
| Device and Data Disposal Best Practices | 29 | |
| Practice Exam 1 (Timed) + Review | 30 | |
| Practice Exam 2 + Group Discussion | 31 | |
| Final Review, Feedback & Next Steps | 32 |
Features
- No prior IT experience required
- Perfect for beginners exploring an IT career
- Interactive instructor-led sessions with hands-on labs
- Aligned with official CompTIA ITF+ exam objectives
- Prepares you for further certifications like A+, Network+, and Security+
Target audiences
- Beginners looking to explore IT as a career
- High school and college students
- Career changers entering tech
- Small business owners seeking IT literacy
Requirements
- A basic understanding of how to use a computer (turn on, open apps, browse the web)
- A personal computer or laptop with internet access
- Willingness to learn and engage in practical exercises
- No prior IT or technical background required
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⭐ Featured Student Review – CompTIA ITF+ Certification Course
“I came into this course with zero IT experience and left feeling confident about pursuing a career in technology. The CompTIA ITF+ training provided a perfect foundation — clear lessons, hands-on labs, and real-world examples that helped me understand how computers, networks, and systems actually work. The instructor broke everything down in a way that made it easy to follow, and the weekly structure helped me stay on track.
What I loved most was the interactive labs and live sessions — I wasn't just memorizing facts, I was actually doing the work. By the end of the course, I felt ready to take the ITF+ exam and excited to keep learning. This course didn’t just teach me tech basics, it gave me the confidence to move forward in IT.”
— Jordan M.
Future IT Support Specialist & Proud ITF+ Graduate