Course Details
Course Outline
1 - Explaining the OSI and TCP/IP Models
Topic A: Explain OSI Model Layers Topic B: Explain the TCP/IP Suite
2 - Explaining Properties of Network Traffic
Topic A: Explain Media Types and Access Methods Topic B: Deploy Ethernet Standards Topic C: Configure and Monitor Network Interfaces
3 - Installing and Configuring Switched Networks
Topic A: Install and Configure Hubs and Bridges Topic B: Install and Configure Switches Topic C: Compare and Contrast Network Topologies Topic D: Compare and Contrast Network Types
4 - Configuring IP Networks
Topic A: Configure IPv4 Addressing Components Topic B: Test IP Interfaces with Command Line Tools Topic C: Configure IPv4 Subnets Topic D: Configure Private and Public IPv4 Addressing Schemes Topic E: Configure IPv6 Addressing Components Topic F: Configure DHCP Services
5 - Installing and Configuring Routed Networks
Topic A: Explain Characteristics of Routing Topic B: Install and Configure Routers
6 - Configuring and Monitoring Ports and Protocols
Topic A: Explain the Uses of Ports and Protocols Topic B: Use Port Scanners and Protocol Analyzers Topic C: Explain the Use of Name Resolution Services Topic D: Configure DNS and IPAM Services
7 - Explaining Network Application and Storage Services
Topic A: Explain the Uses of Network Applications Topic B: Explain the Uses of Voice Services and Advanced Networking Devices Topic C: Explain the Uses of Virtualization and Network Storage Services Topic D: Summarize the Concepts of Cloud Services
8 - Monitoring and Troubleshooting Networks
Topic A: Monitor Network Interfaces and Logs Topic B: Explain Network Troubleshooting Methodology Topic C: Troubleshoot Common Network Services Issues
9 - Explaining Networking Attacks and Mitigations
Topic A: Summarize Common Networking Attacks Topic B: Explain the Characteristics of VLANs Topic C: Explain the Characteristics of NAT and Port Forwarding
10 - Installing and Configuring Security Devices
Topic A: Install and Configure Firewalls and Proxies Topic B: Explain the Uses of IDS/IPS and UTM
11 - Explaining Authentication and Access Controls
Topic A: Explain Authentication Controls and Attacks Topic B: Explain the Uses of Authentication Protocols and Directory Services Topic C: Explain the Uses of Port Security and NAC Topic D: Implement Network Device Hardening Topic E: Explain Patch Management and Vulnerability Scanning Processes
12 - Deploying and Troubleshooting Cabling Solutions
Topic A: Deploy Structured Cabling Systems Topic B: Deploy Twisted Pair Cabling Solutions Topic C: Test and Troubleshoot Twisted Pair Cabling Solutions Topic D: Deploy Fiber Optic Cabling Solutions
13 - Implementing and Troubleshooting Wireless Technologies
Topic A: Install and Configure Wireless Technologies Topic B: Troubleshoot Wireless Performance Issues Topic C: Secure and Troubleshoot Wireless Connectivity
14 - Comparing and Contrasting WAN Technologies
Topic A: Compare and Contrast WAN Core Service Types Topic B: Compare and Contrast WAN Subscriber Service Types Topic C: Compare and Contrast WAN Framing Service Types Topic D: Compare and Contrast Wireless and IoT WAN Technologies
15 - Using Remote Access Methods
Topic A: Use Remote Access VPNs Topic B: Use Remote Access Management Methods
16 - Identifying Site Policies and Best Practices
Topic A: Manage Networks with Documentation and Diagrams Topic B: Summarize the Purposes of Physical Security Devices Topic C: Compare and Contrast Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Concepts Topic D: Identify Policies and Best Practices
Actual course outline may vary depending on offering center. Contact your sales representative for more information.
Who is it For?
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. 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.
This course is also designed for students who are seeking the CompTIA Network+ certification and who want to prepare for the CompTIA Network+ N10-007 Certification Exam.
Prerequisites
Other Prerequisites
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 N10-007).