CertiGuide to A+ (A+ 4 Real)  9  Introduction and “Guide to the Guide”

Introduction and “Guide to the Guide” 1 2 3 About the Book

Here is some more detailed information about each of the authors who contributed to A+ 4 Real. They are listed in alphabetical order, and each has included a brief description of his or her education, a list of certifications and other education, and some personal comments.

Occupation: Safety Specialist for an urban mass transit agency - 80 bus routes / 280 busses, 27 miles of light rail and 8 miles in construction, 418 square miles of service area - 28 million passengers per year. Primary responsibilities: Occupational Health & Safety for approximately 1200 employees. Environmental Compliance. Safety Training. Accident/Incident Investigation.

Certifications: WSO-CSS (Bus and Rail). U. S. DOT – Transportation. Safety Institute Transportation Safety and Security Certification. A+, Network +, MCSA. Member, World Safety Organization (WSO), American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE), ASSE Transportation Specialties Practices and Standards Advisory Committee.

Comments: “Let it be known that I possess a mind that is as quick, sharp, and strong as a steel bear trap and it is in no way my fault that it has been left out in the rain, rusting it beyond any practical use.”

Occupation: CompTIA instructor

Certifications: A+, Network+, CTT+, other off-topic IT certifications

Comments: CompTIA is calling these fastidious exams entry-level, they are tough and our team did a great job in reducing the complexity of the subjects.

Occupation: Phil teaches courses in Linux, Unix, CNA prep, A+, and a range of other computer subjects. He writes a little code from time to time and generally spends most of his time on the computer or involved in church work.

Certifications: A+, Network+, Linux+, Security+, CCNA, MCP, BS in Electrical Engineering and some other stuff.

Comments: I dedicate the section to my wife, Mary. I also cannot admit to being certified in the W stuff or admit to teaching classes about it. Linux is the only computer OS one needs.

Introduction and “Guide to the Guide” 1 2 3 About the Book