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A+ Preparation Certificate
Students who complete this program should be able to repair and upgrade personal computers. They also should be prepared to take the CompTIA A+ certification examination in personal computer hardware and operating systems.
This certification validates understanding the most common hardware and software technologies in business and certifies the skills necessary to support complex IT infrastructures. A+ certified professionals have mastered the technologies in today's extensive and varied IT environments, from mobile to traditional devices and operating systems.
Prerequisite: Completing CompTIA A+ Part 1 and CompTIA A+ Part 2 is required to earn this certificate.
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Courses
TEC-482 CompTIA A+ Certification Preparation Part 1
This course is the first of a two-part series designed to train those who want to become computer support technicians. CompTIA A+ certification is the industry standard for computer support technicians. The international, vendor-neutral certification proves installation, preventive maintenance, networking, security, and troubleshooting competence. Topics covered include hardware, operating systems, networking, and security.
SYN: #15304 | Cost: $670*
Dates: 1/21/2025 - 3/17/2025 (Mondays and Wednesdays)
Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: CAT Building, Room 315
SYN: #15305 | Cost: $670*
Dates: 1/21/2025 - 3/17/2025 (Saturdays)
Time: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Location: CAT Building, Room 315
SYN: #15437 | Cost: $670*
Dates: 1/21/2025 - 3/17/2025 (Mondays and Wednesdays)
Time: 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Location: CAT Building, Room Number TBA
SYN: #15672 | Cost: $670*
Dates: 1/22/2025 - 3/6/2025 (Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays)
Time: 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Location: Annex C, Room 43
*Includes $150 lab fee.
TEC-483 CompTIA A+ Certification Preparation Part 2
This course is the second of a two-part series designed to train those who want to become CompTIA A+ certified computer support technicians. The practical applications of hardware, operating systems, networking, and security will be covered in this course. Prerequisite: Successful completion of CompTIA A+ Certification Preparation Part 1.
SYN: #15438 | Cost: $670*
Dates: 3/18/2025 - 5/5/2025 (Tuesdays and Thursdays)
Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: Remote
SYN: #15441 | Cost: $670*
Dates: 3/19/2025 - 5/5/2025 (Mondays and Wednesdays)
Time: 6 – 10 p.m.
Location: Laurel College Center - CAT Building, Room 205
SYN: #15673 | Cost: $670*
Dates: 3/17/2025 - 4/28/2025 (Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays)
Time: 6:30 – 9:45 p.m.
Location: Annex C, Room 43
SYN: #15674 | Cost: $670*
Dates: 1/24/2025 - 4/25/2025 (Fridays)
Time: 2 – 5:30 p.m.
Location: TBA
SYN: #15675 | Cost: $670*
Dates: 1/22/2025 - 5/12/2025 (Mondays and Wednesdays)
Time: 1:30 – 3 p.m.
Location: Laurel College Center, Room 205
*Includes $150 lab fee.
TEC-486 Build and Repair Your Own Computer
This course is the first of a two-part series designed to train those who want to become computer support technicians. CompTIA A+ certification is the industry standard for computer support technicians. The international, vendor-neutral certification proves installation, preventive maintenance, networking, security, and troubleshooting competence. Topics covered include hardware, operating systems, networking, and security.
SYN: #15680 | Cost: $295*
Dates: 8/27/2025 - 10/15/2025 (Tuesdays and Thursdays)
Time: 6 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Location: Annex C, Room TBA
*Includes $95 lab fee.
Contact Information
Center for Advanced Technology (CAT)
301-546-0873 | itcerts@pgcc.edu
CAT Building, Room 129
Prince George's Community College
301 Largo Road
Largo, MD 20774