COMPTIA - Network+® - Training Courses

Course outline

Duration : 5 days

This 5-day CompTIA Network + training course will teach you the fundamental principles of installing, configuring, and troubleshooting network technologies and help you to progress in a network administration career. It will prepare you to take the CompTIA Network+ N10- 007 exam by providing complete coverage of the objectives and content examples listed on the syllabus. Study of the course can also help to prepare you for vendor-specific technical support qualifications and act as groundwork for more advanced training.

Audience

CompTIA Network+ is the first certification IT professionals specializing in network administration and support should earn. Network+ is aimed at IT professionals with job roles such as network administrator, network technician, network installer, help desk technician and IT cable installer.

Prerequisites

To get started with this course, you should have successfully completed CompTIA A+ certification or have around 9-12 months' experience of IT administration. It is not necessary that you pass the A+ exams before completing Network+ certification, but it is recommended.

Regardless of whether you have passed A+, it is recommended that you have the following skills and knowledge before starting this course:

Configure and support PC, laptop, mobile (smartphone or tablet), and print devices.
Know basic network terminology and functions (such as Ethernet, TCP/IP, switches, routers).
Configure and manage users, groups and shared resources in a simple SOHO network.
Understand the use of basic access control measures, such as authentication, security policy, encryption, and firewalls.

Objectives

On course completion, you will be able to:

Describe the features of different network protocols and products for LANs, WANs, and wireless networks.
Understand the functions and features of TCP/IP addressing and protocols.
Identify threats to network security and appropriate countermeasures and controls.
Install and configure network cabling and appliances.
Manage, monitor, and troubleshoot networks.

This course is divided into five modules, each covering a different subject area:

Module 1 Local Area Networks
Module 2 IP Addressing
Module 3 lnternetworking
Module 4 Applications and Security
Module 5 Operations and Infrastructure

Contents

Lesson 1: Comparing OSI Model Network Functions

• Compare and Contrast OSI Model Layers

• Configure SOHO Networks

Lesson 2: Deploying Ethernet Cabling

• Summarize Ethernet Standards

• Summarize Copper Cabling Types

• Summarize Fiber Optic Cabling Types

• Deploy Ethernet Cabling

Lesson 3: Deploying Ethernet Switching

• Deploy Networking Devices

• Explain Network Interfaces

• Deploy Common Ethernet Switching Features

Lesson 4: Troubleshooting Ethernet Networks

• Explain Network Troubleshooting Methodology

• Troubleshoot Common Cable Connectivity Issues

Lesson 5: Explaining IPv4 Addressing

• Explain IPv4 Addressing Schemes

• Explain IPv4 Forwarding

• Configure IP Networks and Subnets

Lesson 6: Supporting IPv4 and IPv6 Networks

• Use Appropriate Tools to Test IP Configuration

• Troubleshoot IP Networks

• Explain IPv6 Addressing Schemes

Lesson 7: Configuring and Troubleshooting Routers

• Compare and Contrast Routing Concepts

• Compare and Contrast Dynamic Routing Concepts

• Install and Troubleshoot Routers

Lesson 8: Explaining Network Topologies and Types

• Explain Network Types and Characteristics

• Explain Tiered Switching Architecture

• Explain Virtual LANs

Lesson 9: Explaining Transport Layer Protocols

• Compare and Contrast Transport Protocols

• Use Appropriate Tools to Scan Network Ports

Lesson 10: Explaining Network Services

• Explain the Use of Network Addressing Services

• Explain the Use of Name Resolution Services

Lesson 11: Explaining Network Applications

• Explain the Use of Web, File/Print, and Database Services

• Explain the Use of Email and Voice Services

Lesson 12: Ensuring Network Availability

• Explain the Use of Network Management Services

• Use Event Management to Ensure Network Availability

• Use Performance Metrics to Ensure Network Availability

Lesson 13: Explaining Common Security Concepts

• Explain Common Security Concepts

• Explain Authentication Methods

Lesson 14: Supporting and Troubleshooting Secure Networks

• Compare and Contrast Security Appliances

• Troubleshoot Service and Security Issues

Lesson 15: Deploying and Troubleshooting Wireless Networks

• Summarize Wireless Standards

• Install Wireless Networks

• Troubleshoot Wireless Networks

• Configure and Troubleshoot Wireless Security

Lesson 16: Comparing WAN Links and Remote Access Methods

• Explain WAN Provider Links

• Compare and Contrast Remote Access Methods

Lesson 17: Explaining Organizational and Physical Security Concepts

• Explain Organizational Documentation and Policies

• Explain Physical Security Methods

• Compare and Contrast Internet of Things Devices

Lesson 18: Explaining Disaster Recovery and High Availability Concepts

• Explain Disaster Recovery Concepts

• Explain High Availability Concepts

Lesson 19: Applying Network Hardening Techniques

• Compare and Contrast Types of Attacks

• Apply Network Hardening Techniques

Lesson 20: Summarizing Cloud and Datacenter Architecture

• Summarize Cloud Concepts

• Explain Virtualization and Storage Area Network Technologies

• Explain Datacenter Network Architecture

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