FC0-U61: CompTIA IT Fundamentals+
Discover essential IT skills, focusing on computer hardware, software applications, networking basics, and cybersecurity principles to prepare for your certification.
Skill level
BeginnerTime to complete
Approx. 23 hoursCertification exam
Delivered by CompTIA
About this certification path
The FC0-U61: CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ journey is designed to validate foundational IT knowledge and skills, making it an ideal starting point for individuals considering a career in IT or looking to gain a broad understanding of IT concepts. This journey will prepare you to take the FC0-U61: CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ exam, which shows you have gained a solid foundation in IT.
Skills you'll gain
- IT Concepts
- Exam Preparation
- IT Knowledge
Syllabus
10 units • 12 courses • 1 project • 1 examFC0-U61: CompTIA IT Fundamentals+
Explore how this path is designed to help you prepare for your industry certification exam.- Learn from prosProgress at your own pace with videos led by subject-matter experts.
- See your progressGet a better understanding of how your skills are improving with benchmark assessments.
- Test your new skillsTranslate concepts into reality in a live practice environment with interactive labs.
- Get hands-on practiceEnsure you're ready for the real thing with interactive exam simulations.
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