Level 2 IT Essentials
1 (A+) PC Hardware
& Software

Part Time Course code 0746

This predominantly practical course builds the skills you need to repair, configure and upgrade personal computers. On completion you will be able to sit the CompTIA A+ exam, recognised by employers nationwide. As West Herts College is a CompTIA academy, you will study the latest syllabus needed to be successful in the A+ exam. It also builds theoretical and practical knowledge in networking in order to progress to advanced courses such as Cisco CCNA, which is studied as part of the Cisco Networking Academy.

Available dates

  • 23 September 2025

    • Start date

      23 September 2025

    • Time

      18:00 - 21:30

    • Days

      Tuesday

    • Duration

      15 weeks

    • Campus

      Watford Campus

    • Fees

      £425
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  • Entry Criteria

    All students enrolled on this course are required to have intermediate computer skills.

  • What will I study?

    During the course you will be learning skills in:

    • Installing hardware and software
    • Identify faults with POST diagnostics
    • Configure CMOS
    • Trouble shooting CMOS problems
    • Working with DOS commands
    • Create and maintain system files
    • Speed up disk using Defragmentation and Disk caching
    • Recover lost files and directories
    • Detect, treat and protect virus infection
    • Diagnosing used and free Interrupt
    • Installing operating systems
    • Add and remove software and hardware
    • Setting up a network
    • Install application via network share
    • Mapping network drive
  • Future Prospects

    Employment opportunities exist as computer technicians or as helpdesk support staff.

    This course opens up a host of career opportunities. To find out more visit the National Careers Service.

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WHY STUDY PART TIME AT WEST HERTS COLLEGE?

 

Career-focused courses

Our career focused approach to our part time courses ensure you leave your course full of confidence, equipped with in-demand skills and developed employability skills

Expert Tutors

Our tutors will be on hand throughout your studies to share their industry knowledge and to motivate you to ensure you get the most out of your course.

Meet like-minded people

Whilst completing a part-time course, you will meet people with similar interests who you can share your learning with.

Outstanding support network

We are here to help. Our Support Advisors are on hand to offer advice, support and guidance on completing your studies.

Flexible

We’re committed to lifelong learning, thus, we have designed our part time courses with flexible learning hours so you can learn and keep up with personal or professional commitments.