A+ Essentials - Operating System Software

Course Information

This course along with A+ Essentials – Hardware validates knowledge of basic computer hardware and operating systems, covering skills such as installation, building, upgrading, repairing, configuring, troubleshooting, optimizing, diagnosing and preventive maintenance, with additional elements of security and soft skills. The Essentials Exam validates the basic skills needed by entry-level service technician regardless of job environment. It is recommended that students complete A+ Essentials Hardware before registering for this course.

Intake S26 SEM

Start Date May 12 / 2026

End Date Aug 18 / 2026

Prerequisite(s):

COMP 1884 A+ Essentials - Hardware

Computer Software Requirements:

n/a

Chats:

No

Group Work:

No

Registering college code:
DU-COMP1885

Host college code:
DU-COMP1885

How to register

You can register in-person, on-line, or by phone.  When registering for a course, it is not necessary to include the 2 digit college code prefix (e.g. ENL001– not DU-ENL001).  For details visit https://durhamcollege.ca/academic-faculties/professional-and-part-time-learning/registration-and-admission/how-to-register.

Contact

Professional and Part-time Learning
Email : ppl@durhamcollege.ca

2000 Simcoe Street North
Oshawa, ON
L1H 7L7

Phone : (905) 721-3052

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