6/19/2002 -- The Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) recently updated its Web site to reveal more information about its upcoming Home Technology Integrator+ (HTI+) certification.

According to the new HTI+ section, exams for this title will beta in August, with final release in late October/early November 2002.

HTI+ is the product of a joint alliance between CompTIA and the Internet Home Alliance, a nonprofit industry association of manufacturers of technology products for the home. The title is designed to certify the skills of those who install, integrate and troubleshoot the following systems: home security, audio/video, computer networks, electrical wiring, heating and air conditioning systems, cable/satellite, broadband, telecommunications and commercial wiring.

Because of this diverse list of specialties, CompTIA said that it will offer two separate HTI+ exams that focus on separate technology areas. Candidates will be required to pass only one, although the organization did not publish details on what the breakdown between the two exams might be. CompTIA is currently working with the certification's cornerstone members, including Best Buy, CompUSA, Cisco Systems and Sears, to develop the exam objectives.

CompTIA originally announced its plans for HTI+ in February. At that time, the certification was named Residential Systems Integrator+ (RSI+).

For more information about HTI+, click here. -B.N.