Certiport IC3 GS4 Exam
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Hello All, my name is Lee and I work in the technology field for a public school system. I have my Associates degree in Computer Networking. I just registered to take the IC3 GS4 certification. Also know as "The Internet and Computing Core Certification".
Ive been studying with LearnKey and just passed Session 1 yesterday with an 889 out of 1000. There are 3 sessions to get the certification. Has anyone else taken this or thinking about it?
Thanks for your time.
Ive been studying with LearnKey and just passed Session 1 yesterday with an 889 out of 1000. There are 3 sessions to get the certification. Has anyone else taken this or thinking about it?
Thanks for your time.
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Good luck on the remaining portions!
Here are the different sessions:
Session 1
Section A: Introduction
- IC3 Overview
Section B: Getting Started- Software vs. Hardware
- Types of Devices
- Terminology Basics
Section C: Hardware Basics- Internal Hardware
- I/O Ports
- Input Devices
- Output Devices
- Storage Devices
Section- Computer Position
- Keyboards and Mice
- Chairs, Lighting, and Posture
- Introduction to Keyboarding
- Proper Keyboarding Techniques
- Keyboard Tour
- Portable Devices
Section E: Operating Systems- OS Basics
- Common Desktop Operating Systems
- Common Mobile Operating Systems
- Common Operating System Features
Section F: File Management and Manipulation- Directories and Folders
- File Managment Tasks
- File Management Basics
- Formatting Data within Files
- File Naming Conventions
- Common File Extensions
- Desktop Customization
- Print Basics
Section G: Software Concepts- Software Basics
- Licensing
- Software Considerations
- User Acounts and Rights
Section H: Troubleshooting- Software and Operating Systems
- Backup/Restore
- Hardware
- Devices and Peripherals
Session 2Section A: Word Processing
- Page Layout
- Formatting Paragraphs
- Headers and Footers
- Formatting Text
- Styles
- Editing Text
- Outlines and Lists
- Working with Objects
- Document Extras
- Editing
- Printing Options
Section B: Spreadsheets- Spreadsheet Basics
- Formatting
- Rows and Columns
- Cells
- Formulas
- Tables
- Charts and Graphs
- Additional Features
Section C: Databases- Database Basics
- Working with Databases
- Datasheet View
- Sorting and Deleting Records
- Running Queries and Reports
- Exporting Data
Section- Presentation Basics
- Working with Slides
- Formatting Content
- Adding Slide Content
Section E: Graphics Software- Graphics Software Basics
- Image Formats
- Graphics Terminology
- Creating Images
- Working with Premade Images
- Legalities
- Saving and Exporting
Section F: Video Software- Video Basics
- Video Equipment
- Editing Video
- Exporting Video
Section G: Audio Software- Audio Basics
- Working with Audio
Session 3Section A: Web Basics
- Web Page Construction
- Internet vs. Intranet
- GUI Authoring Tools
- Web Authoring Tools
- Basic HTML Tags
- Web Considerations
- Advanced Web Design
Section B: Collaborating Projects- Comments
- Sharing Files
Section C: Understanding Networks- Network Basics
- Network Devices
- IP Addressing
Section- TCP/IP Basics
- Network Protocols
- The Transport Layer
- The Network Layer
- The Data-Link Layer
- The Physical Layer
- Network Connectivity
- Troubleshooting Networks
Section E: Connections and Security- Terminology and Types
- Internet Connection
- Internet Security
Section F: Browsers- Browser Protocols
- Navigation Tools
- File Transfer Tools
Section G: Digital Citizenship- Communication Standard
- Digital Communities
- Social Networking Safe Practices
Section H: Digital Responsibilities- Cyberbullying
- Sexting
- Online Gaming
- Digital Piracy
- Spamming, Flaming, and Libel
- Acceptable Use and Copyright
Section I: Digital Communication- E-mail
- E-mail Components
- Managing E-mail
- Real-Time Communications
- Audiovisual Communications
- Telepresence
Section J: Internet Research- Using the Internet for Research
- Searching
- Evaluating Results
- Standards for Evaluation
Section K: Online Security- Identity Protection
- Data Protection
- Viruses vs. Malware
Avoiding RisksI think ill try for the MTA Windows OS Fundamentals (98-349) next.
Bachelors of Science in Telecommunications - Mt. Sierra College
Masters of Networking and Communications Management, Focus in Wireless - Keller
This being my first cert, i feel pretty happy about it. Possible promotion to a Level 1 specialist, so I would save very valuable.
Good luck!!!
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Exams such as IC3 and I'll throw in CompTIA's Strata certificate are designed not merely for high school students but the huge number of people that are transitioning from a completely non-technical field to another field and this level of knowledge is a good boost for anyone. It isn't about "certification" but knowledge of the basics (not all here have any plans nor inclination to be a "tech." This is an assumption on your part and what you consider "low level" is actually what many people need.
I know many physicians in their late '40's and beyond that couldn't define a router nor do they have what in 2013 is considered "basic computer literacy." Yet, if you need them due to their medical specialty, you wouldn't care if they knew what a router was as it doesn't matter for them.
My point is: IC3 has a specific audience and it goes beyond high school students and there exists many professionals (non-IT obviously) that gain much from learning what these Certificates offer.