- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
A+ Certified Technicians possess knowledge and skills essential for employment as computer service technicians. This course utilizes the hardware and software technologies used in today's workplace and aligns with the topics examined in the A+ certification exam. The course includes lab activities in which students work with computer hardware and operating systems software to develop troubleshooting skills, assemble and configure computers, add peripherals, connect to networks and customize the operation of the computer. Students are expected to have working knowledge of computers. Students must have access to a Windows based multi-media computer.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
6.0
Domestic fees
$1,344.12 - $1,371.12 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Describe the functions of the hardware components of a computer.
- Replace components to repair and upgrade computers.
- Troubleshoot hardware issues on a personal computer.
- Configure networking parameters to establish network connectivity.
- Install and provide basic configuration of a Windows operating system.
- Troubleshoot computer problems within a Windows environment.
- Describe procedures for adding and removing peripheral devices in a Windows environment.
Effective as of Fall 2015
Related Programs
A+ Hardware Technician (CITX 1110) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Energy
- Network Administrator Technician
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2025
Below is one offering of CITX 1110 for the Spring/Summer 2025 term.
CRN 61108
Dates
Apr 12 - Jul 12 Loading
- CRN 61108
- $1344.12 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 12 - Jul 12 | Sat | 09:00 - 16:00 | Burnaby SE01 Rm. 123 |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Rouzbeh Keshavarz
Course outline
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- No class on Saturday, April 19th (Easter Weekend) or Saturday, May 17th (Victoria Day Weekend). This course is part of the Network Administrator Technician program. This course provides instruction for A+ certification; however, it does not include the exam for certification. This is a course that provides training and instruction for A+ certification. No textbook required; online materials will be available. Visit home.pearsonvue.com/ for A+ Certification testing information. For any inquiries regarding the NAT program, please e-mail khoward18@bcit.ca. Note: BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a course cancellation, you will be notified at least two business days prior to the course start. Please ensure that your contact information is current in your myBCIT account.
Status
Fall 2025
Below are two offerings of CITX 1110 for the Fall 2025 term.
CRN 32992
Dates
Sep 08 - Dec 01 Loading
- CRN 32992
- $1371.12 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 08 - Dec 01 | Mon, Wed | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby SE01 Rm. 123 |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Joutiar Ghaderyan
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- No class on Monday, October 13th (Thanksgiving Day). This course is part of the Network Administrator Technician Associate Certificate program. This course provides instruction for A+ certification; however, it does not include the exam for certification. This is a course that provides training and instruction for A+ certification. No textbooks are required. Students will have access to online study materials. Visit home.pearsonvue.com for A+ Certification testing information. Please direct any inquiries along with your BCIT Student ID to khoward18@bcit.ca. Note: BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a course cancellation, you will be notified at least two business days prior to the course start. Please ensure that your contact information is current.
Status
CRN 32993
Dates
Sep 13 - Dec 06 Loading
- CRN 32993
- $1371.12 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 13 - Dec 06 | Sat | 09:00 - 16:00 | Burnaby SE01 Rm. 123 |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
David Chen
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- No class on Saturday, October 11th (Thanksgiving Weekend). This course is part of the Network Administrator Technician Associate Certificate program. This course provides instruction for A+ certification; however, it does not include the exam for certification. This is a course that provides training and instruction for A+ certification. No textbooks are required. Students will have access to online study materials. Visit home.pearsonvue.com for A+ Certification testing information. Please direct any inquiries along with your BCIT Student ID to khoward18@bcit.ca. Note: BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a course cancellation, you will be notified at least two business days prior to the course start. Please ensure that your contact information is current.
Status
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.