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A guide to CompTIAtraining and certification

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DDLS

The Courses

The Certification

StudentFeedback

DDLS is an accredited CompTIA

training organisation, offering the

courses needed to establish

CompTIA A+, Linux+, Network+,

and Security+.

DDLS can assist you on your

CompTIA certification journey –

the world’s largest developer of

vendor-neutral IT certifications.

For more information please visit

www.ddls.com.au or call 1800 853 276.

CompTIA courses combine both

theory and hands-on access to real

world scenarios.

Delivered by experienced CompTIA

Trainers, you can be assured of

following best practice. The CompTIA A+ certification

is the starting point for a career

in IT. The exam covers

maintenance of PCs, mobile

devices, laptops, operating

systems and printers.

The A+ certification is required

by Dell, Intel and Lenovo

service technicians.

The CompTIA Network+

certification is the leading

vendor-neutral certification for

networking professionals. The

exam addresses the latest

skills needed by technicians –

network technologies, network

installation and configuration,

network media and topologies,

network management and

security.

“I’ve being sending my staff to DDLS for over 3 years and this was the first time I’ve been

a student. The facilities and setup were great, and made for a good learning environment.

My facilitator was absolutely fantastic. He had great knowledge of the topic and his

teaching style was engaging and could relate to everyone’s learning styles”

Rangana Perera

Infrastructure Systems Team Leader

Enterprise Business Services Australia

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CompTIA A+ Certification

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CompTIA A+ 901

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220-902

CompTIA A+ 902

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CompTIA A+ creates best practices and uniform processes. This certification ensures that the knowledge and skills

of your technicians and network support staff meet industry standards. A+ is comprehensive and vendor-neutral.

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CompTIA Linux+™ Powered by LPI

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CompTIA Linux+ Powered by LPI certifies foundational skills and knowledge of Linux. Linux+ is an essential

credential for individuals working in IT, especially those on the path of a Web and software development career.

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CompTIA Linux+

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CompTIA Network+

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CompTIA Network+

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The CompTIA Network+ certification demonstrates knowledge of networking features and functions - including virtual

networking, networking security and in depth knowledge of OSI and TCP/IP models.

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CompTIA Security+

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CompTIA Security+

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The CompTIA Security+ certification not only ensures that candidates will apply knowledge of security concepts, tools,

and procedures to react to security incidents, it ensures that security personnel are anticipating security risks and

guarding against them.

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CompTIA CSA+

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The CompTIA Cybersecurity Analysts (CSA+) certification verifies that successful candidates have the knowledge and skills

required to configure and use threat detection tools, perform data analysis and interpret results to identify vulnerabilities,

threats and risks to an organisation, with the end goal of securing and protecting applications and systems within an

organisation.

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Please note that EC-Council courses and certifications are still in development and subject to change without notice.

FAQQ. What is the pass mark for the A+ 220-901 exam?

A. 675 on a scale of 100-900

Q. What is the pass mark for the A+ 220-902 exam?

A. 700 on a scale of 100-900

Q. What is the structure of the A+ exams?

A. The exam is a mix of multiple choice and performance based questions.

Q. How long is my certification valid?

A. CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications issued in 2011 or later are valid for three years. You can keep

your certification current through the Continuing Education Program. More details on this program are

available here Continuing Education Program.

Q. What is the pass mark for the Network+ exam?

A 720 on a scale of 100-900

Q. What are the prerequisites of the Network+ exam?

A. CompTIA A+ certification and nine months networking experience.

Q. What is the structure of the Network+ exam?

A. The exam is a mix of multiple choice and performance based questions.

Please note that many CompTIA courses and certifications are still in development and subject to change without notice.

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Please note that EC-Council courses and certifications are still in development and subject to change without notice.

FAQ

Please note that many CompTIA courses and certifications are still in development and subject to change without notice.

Q. What is the pass mark for the Linux+ LX0-103 exam?

A. 500 on a scale of 200-800

Q. What is the pass mark for the Linux+ LX0-104 exam?

A. 500 on a scale of 200-800

Q. What is the structure of the Linux+ exams?

A. The exam is a mix of multiple choice, each exams consists of 60 questions

Q. What is the duration of the Linux+ exams?

A. Each exam is 90 minutes

Q. What is the pass mark for the Security+ SY0-501?

A. 750 on a scale of 100-900

Q. What is the structure of the Security+ exam?

A. It is a mix of multiple choice and performance based questions, with a maximum of 90 questions.

Q. What is the duration of the Security+ exams?

A. The exam is 90 minutes

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Please note that EC-Council courses and certifications are still in development and subject to change without notice.

FAQ

Please note that many CompTIA courses and certifications are still in development and subject to change without notice.

Q. What is the pass mark for the CSA+ CSO-001 exam?

A. 750 on a scale of 100-900

Q. What is the structure of the CSA+ exam?

A. It is a mix of multiple choice and performance based questions, with a maximum of 85 questions.

Q. What is the duration of the CSA+ exam?

A. The exam is 165 minutes