CompTIA Data+

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CompTIA Data+

Course Fee: £395

Course Details

This CompTIA Data+ course is a comprehensive programme designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in the field of data management and analysis. This course covers a wide array of topics, including data concepts and environments, data mining, data analysis, data visualisation, and data governance. By the end of the course, you will have a solid understanding of how to manage data effectively and make informed decisions based on data insights. Whether you are looking to enhance your current skills or start a new career in data management, this course will provide you with the foundational knowledge necessary to succeed.

The CompTIA Data+ certification is an industry-recognised credential that validates your ability to analyse and interpret data, ensuring that you are well-prepared for the demands of today’s data-driven workplace. Throughout the course, you will engage in practical demonstrations, hands-on exercises, and review sessions that will reinforce your learning and prepare you for the certification exam. Topics such as data acquisition, statistical methods, and data governance will be explored in detail, giving you the tools needed to tackle real-world data challenges with confidence.

This course includes the following features:
  • Instructor-led demonstrations and visual presentations to develop your skills based on real-world scenarios.
  • Unlike a live class, you can fast-forward, repeat, or rewind all your lectures. This gives you all the benefit of hands-on training with the flexibility of doing it around your schedule 24/7.
  • FlashCards and Education Games are also provided throughout the course.
  • Practice exams prepare you for your exams.
  • You can also interact and collaborate with other students through our forums, student contributions and announcement features.
Who should complete this course?
  • Aspiring Data Analysts: For those looking to enter the field of data analysis, this course provides essential skills in data mining, visualisation, and statistical methods. The CompTIA Data+ certification helps candidates stand out for entry-level data roles in an increasingly data-driven job market.
  • IT Professionals Expanding into Data Management: IT professionals, such as system administrators and database managers, can use this course to develop expertise in data governance and analytics. With businesses integrating data-driven strategies, this certification enhances career opportunities in hybrid IT-data roles.
  • Business Intelligence and Reporting Specialists: Professionals responsible for reporting and dashboard creation can benefit from this course by improving their data interpretation and visualisation skills. The CompTIA Data+ certification is valuable for those working with tools like Power BI and Tableau.
  • Marketing and Sales Professionals: With data-driven decision-making on the rise, marketing and sales professionals can use this course to analyse trends, measure performance, and optimise strategies. It equips them with the ability to make informed, data-backed business decisions.
  • Career Changers Entering the Data Industry: This course provides a structured pathway for career changers transitioning into data science, business analytics, or IT. By gaining foundational data skills, professionals from various industries can shift into data-focused roles with confidence.
Entry Requirements / Prerequisites

 

How CMIT eLearning Works…

Topics covered in this Data+ Course
Introduction To CompTIA Data+
  • Course Welcome
  • Module Overview
  • Instructor Introduction
  • What is the CompTIA Data Plus Exam
  • Roles that should consider the exam
  • Exam Objectives
  • Discussion – The Importance of Data
  • US DOD Member Data Directives and 8570
Module 1 – Data Concepts and Environments
  • Understanding Data Schemes
  • Databases
  • Demonstration – Google Cloud SQL
  • Data Warehouses and Data Lakes
  • Comparing OLTP and OLAP Processing
  • Demonstration – AWS Redshift
  • Demonstration – Deploy SQL DemoBench
  • What is Column Database
  • Data Structures, Files and Types
  • Module Summary and Review Questions
Module 2 – Data Mining
  • Data Acquisition and Integration
  • Demonstration – Data Integration Techniques
  • API Fundamentals 2.5 Demonstration – Google Vision API
  • Data Profiling and Cleansing
  • Data Collection Method Options
  • Data Outliers
  • Understanding ETL and ELT
  • Query Optimization
  • Understanding Data Manipulation Techniques
  • Module Summary and Review Questions
Module 3 – Data Analysis
  • Descriptive Statistical Methods
  • Measures of Tendency and Dispersion
  • Understanding Percentages
  • Inferential Statistical Methods
  • Hypothesis Testing with Excel
  • Whiteboard – Linear Regression and Correlation
  • Whiteboard – Analysis Testing
  • Module Summary and Review Questions
Module 4 – Data Visualization
  • Module Overview
  • Translate Business Requirements to Reports
  • Whiteboard – Translate Business Requirements
  • Dashboard Fundamentals
  • Demonstration – Dashboard Components
  • Data Sources and Attributes
  • Understanding Chart and Graphs
  • Reports Type and Elements
  • Module Summary and Review Questions
Module 5 – Data Governance, Quality and Controls
  • Introduction to Data Governance
  • The Data Lifecycle
  • Determining Data Classification
  • Data Ownership
  • Data Storage Access
  • Data Privacy and Frameworks
  • Information Rights Management (IRM) and Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
  • Demonstration – Google Cloud DLP
  • Setting Data Quality Control
  • Methods to Validate Quality
  • Data Transformation Tools
  • Data Security Fundamentals
  • Master Data Management (MDM)
  • Module Summary and Review Questions
Module 6 – Exam Preparation and Practice Exams
  • Course Summary Review
  • Data Plus Exam Experience
  • Certification CEU Requirements
  • Practice Exams-Additional Resources
Assessment
  • Once you successfully pass the programme(s), you will be able to download a CMIT Digital Certificate of Completion. This can be accessed via the Progress Reports section located on the top right side of your eLearning platform.
  • You may optionally take exams to receive certification. Exam fees are not included in the course price. More information on exams can be found on the CMIT exam page.
Accreditation
  • You may optionally take exams to receive certification.
  • More information can be found on the CMIT Accreditation Details page.

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