CompTIA Network+ Certification
In this course, students will describe the major networking technologies and systems of modern networks, and be able to configure, manage, and troubleshoot modern networks. This course will help the student prepare for the N10-006 exam and certification.
PREREQUISITES
CompTIA A+ Certification
Windows 8 Transition from Windows 7
Using Microsoft Windows 8
To ensure your success in this course, you will need basic Windows end-user computer skills.
In order to obtain the Network+ certification students must pass the CompTIA® Network+® (Exam N10-006).
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TARGET AUDIENCE
This course is intended for entry-level computer support professionals with a basic knowledge of computer hardware, software, and operating systems who wish to increase their knowledge and understanding of networking concepts and acquire the required skills to prepare for a career in network support or administration, or who wish to prepare for the CompTIA Network+ certification (Exam N10-006). A typical student taking the CompTIA® Network+® (Exam N10-006) course should have a minimum of nine months of professional computer support experience as a PC or help desk technician. Networking experience is helpful but not mandatory; A+ certification or equivalent skills and knowledge is helpful but not mandatory.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Identify basic network theory concepts and major network communications methods.
Describe bounded network media.
Identify unbounded network media.
Identify the major types of network implementations.
Identify TCP/IP addressing and data delivery methods.
Implement routing technologies.
Identify the major services deployed on TCP/IP networks.
Identify the infrastructure of a WAN implementation.
Identify the components used in cloud computing and virtualization.
Describe basic concepts related to network security.
Prevent security breaches.
Respond to security incidents.
Identify the components of a remote network implementation.
Identify the tools, methods, and techniques used in managing a network.
Describe troubleshooting of issues on a network.
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COURSE OUTLINE
1 - NETWORK THEORY
Networking Overview
Network Standards and the OSI Model
Network Types
Identify Network Configurations
Data Transmission Methods
2 - BOUNDED NETWORK MEDIA
Copper Media
Fiber Optic Media
Bounded Network Media Installation
Noise Control
3 - UNBOUNDED NETWORK MEDIA
Wireless Networking
Wireless Network Devices and Components
Install a Wireless Network
4 - NETWORK IMPLEMENTATIONS
Physical Network Topologies
Logical Network Topologies
Ethernet Networks
Network Devices
VLANs
5 - TCP/IP ADDRESSING AND DATA DELIVERY
The TCP/IP Protocol Suite
IPv4 Addressing
Default IP Addressing Schemes
Create Custom IP Addressing Schemes
IPv6 Address Implementation
Delivery Techniques
6 - ROUTING
Enable Static Routing
Implement Dynamic IP Routing
7 - TCP/IP SERVICES
Assign IP Addresses
Domain Naming Services
TCP/IP Commands
Common TCP/IP Protocols
8 - WAN INFRASTRUCTURE
WAN Basics
WAN Connectivity Methods
WAN Transmission Technologies
Unified Communication Technologies
9 - CLOUD AND VIRTUALIZATION TECHNOLOGIES
Virtualization
SAN Implementations
Cloud Computing
10 - NETWORK SECURITY BASICS
Introduction to Network Security
Vulnerabilities
Threats and Attacks
Authentication Methods
Encryption Methods
11 - PREVENTING SECURITY BREACHES
Physical Security Controls
Network Access Controls
Install and Configure Firewalls
Harden Networks
Intrusion Detection and Prevention
Educate Users
12 - RESPONDING TO SECURITY INCIDENTS
Incident Management and Response
Basic Forensic Concepts
13 - REMOTE NETWORKING
Remote Network Architectures
Remote Access Networking Implementations
Virtual Private Networking
VPN Protocols
14 - NETWORK MANAGEMENT
Network Monitoring
Configuration Management Documentation
Network Performance Optimization
15 - TROUBLESHOOTING NETWORK ISSUES
Network Troubleshooting Models
Network Troubleshooting Utilities
Hardware Troubleshooting Tools
Common Connectivity Issues
Troubleshoot Security Configuration Issues
Troubleshoot Security Issues
16 - APPENDIX
Appendix A: Mapping Course Content to the CompTIA Network+ Exam
Appendix B: Network Fault Tolerance and Disaster Recovery
Appendix C: Planning and Implementing a SOHO Network
Appendix D: Legend for Icons Used in Network+ Figures
Actual course outline may vary depending on offering center. Contact your sales representative for more information.
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Learn TosVideo Spotlights
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LabsLabs
Practice what you have learned on real equipment that replicates working with the top networking technologies, accessible from anywhere.
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