A+ Certification- just passed- thanks folks

[danb4]

Thank you for the links, and the advice folks I just passed the A+

92 Core
84 Dos/Win

Hehe, I should have spent less time in the "Overclocking forum" and more in the Technical support one, then I might have done better on the Dos Win

Observations about the test:

Core was much easier than I expected- much easier than practice materials

Dos/Win - I knew enough to tell what the stupid answers were, and could usually reduce it to one of two options on the hard questions. I wasn't really ready for the Dos/Win segment...I was nervous when I clicked "Exit" But I passed.....Whew!

One of the sites I went to suggested taking the Core first - I did, and it was a great confidence boost to blast right through that before the harder Dos/Win part


Thanks again folks, and if any of you are thinking about taking it, don't be too afraid, just be a little afraid (ie: study)

I got some Audio tapes that I listened to all week on my commute that helped a bunch.

Well, gotta go get a better job now..., wish me luck,

Dan

[CMonster]

!! EXCELENT! EXCELENT! EXCELENT!!!

Good job! Well done!!!!

Maybe before long Sysopt can boast of having the most certified members... http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/smile.gif

..see that son? it can be done..you're next my boy...you know who you are..!!!

[Mntsnow]

Congrats! Now spend time in the Networking forum and get ready for the Network + cert!

Keep it up http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/smile.gif

[danb4]

Dang! I sure do like the looks of that on my resume. Kinda makes me look less like an IT newbie with no certifications.

Now I look like an IT newbie with one itty bitty certification

Oh yeah! 8+}

Back to the paper and Monster, just finished updating my resume.

[danb4]

Hehe, I'll just go ahead and mention it...never know where a job might come from.

Anybody know of any good opportunities for me? I've done a little HTML, also familiar with Flash/Fireworks/Dreamweaver. Currently workin as a data analyst (temp) doing stuff with VBA in Excel.

I'm in Philly, but my wife and I are willing/ would like to relocate.

Please- no California...no offence socalgal and others, but uh.....just don't wanna live there...at all...really, really don't.

Thanks again folks,

Dan

[jad1097]

Congratulations on your accomplishment!!! http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/biggrin.gif

[danb4]

Thanks, hehe, but I'll actually celebrate when I get a permanent position...lol

[jman01pa]

Congrats! Some have said the A+ isnt worth much but I value it alot. Be proud and dont stop there. Go for all the Microsoft certifications.

J http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/smile.gif

[lynchmob]

Congrats, danb4. I agree with your asessment of the test(s). I too passed the exams on 6/29.
Core 88%
Dos/Win 81%
The core was so easy I may have breezed through it a little too quickly! If I had reviewed my marked Q's I might have scored better.
Dos/Win score was as you said. I took my time with it but the win3.x stuff that probably hurt me.
Anyway, add me to the list of certified members. http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/smile.gif
lynch

[Variable]

Are you talking about these microsoft tests?
Are they any good? Are they hard?
Where do you apply? How does the whole thing work?

cool°
Variable

[MASTOURA]

This may sound stupid, but what the hell are these A+ tests? Who offers them, where (I am in Europe) to whom and under what conditions?
It sure sounds interesting, so if you guys can give me some info (or a URL) I would be graateful!

MASTOURA

[lynchmob]

The A+ exams are certification tests for the entry-level service technician. Passing the exams certifies that you have at least 6 months of on the job training or the equivalent thereof.They are taken in two steps and you can take them seperately or at the same time(recommended).
The A+core test is 70 questions and you must get 65% correct. (The 6 customer service Q's dont count against your final score.)
The Dos/Windows test is also 70 Q's and the passing score for it is 66%.
Just from studying for these tests will greatly increase your knowledge of computers and operating systems.I think it's worth the trouble.
Oh yeah: each test costs $128 US.
lynch
Almost forgot: www.comptia.org (http://www.comptia.org)

[This message has been edited by lynchmob (edited 07-04-2000).]