CompTIA A+ 220-801: Memory, Expansion Cards and Storage Devices

Overview/Description
This course focuses on system-level computer components memory, expansion cards and storage devices. It will introduce the learner to the various types of memory and their characteristics and expansion card characteristics and types. The course also covers types of storage, hard disk drives, and the various types of media and external storage. This course prepares the learner for CompTIA A+ exam 220-801.

Target Audience
Computer technicians who have the equivalent knowledge of at least 12 months of hands-on experience in the lab or field.

Prerequisites
Candidates for the exam should have the equivalent knowledge of at least 12 months of hands-on experience in the lab or field.

Expected Duration (hours)
2.0

Lesson Objectives

CompTIA A+ 220-801: Memory, Expansion Cards and Storage Devices

describe the types of memory used in computer systems

recognize key characteristics of different types of RAM

describe the considerations involved in expansion card installation

match the expansion cards to descriptions of their characteristics

propose solutions for specific system upgrade scenarios

classify the characteristics of storage devices

match the connectivity types to their descriptions

describe the considerations involved in choosing a hard drive

recognize hard drive installation considerations

propose a storage solution for a given scenario

describe how to upgrade a system hard drive in a given scenario