Audience
This course is intended for entry-level computer support professionals with a basic knowledge of computer hardware, software, and operating systems to prepare for the CompTIA Network+ (Exam N10-007), or who wish to increase their knowledge and understanding of networking concepts and gain the required skills to prepare for a career in network support or administration.
Prerequisites
It is not necessary that you pass the CompTIA A+ Certification 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 / 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.
- Understand TCP/IP addressing, core protocols and troubleshooting tools.
Duration
5 days. Hands on.
The exam can be taken on day 5 of the course, or scheduled for a later date if required.
Course Objectives
The CompTIA Network+ course is designed to help you prepare for the N10-007 exam. Taking this course will help you prepare for the certification. On completion, delegates will be able to describe the major networking technologies, systems, skills, and tools in use in modern networks.
Delegates will be able to:
- Identify the basic network theory concepts.
- Identify the major network communications methods.
- Describe network media and hardware components.
- Identify the major types of network implementations.
- Identify the components of a TCP/IP network implementation.
- Identify TCP/IP addressing and data delivery methods.
- Identify the major services deployed on TCP/IP networks.
- Identify the components of a LAN implementation.
- Identify the infrastructure of a WAN implementation.
- Identify the components of a remote network implementation.
- Identify the major issues and methods to secure systems on a network.
- Identify the major issues and technologies in network security.
- Identify network security threats and attacks.
- Identify the tools, methods, and techniques used in managing a network.
- Describe troubleshooting of issues on a network.
Course Content
Module 1
Topologies and Infrastructure
Topologies and the OSI Model
Ethernet
Hubs, Bridges, and Switches
Infrastructure and Design
Addressing and Routing
Module 2
Internet Protocol
IPv4 Addressing
IPv6 Addressing
Routing
Troubleshooting and Management
Module 3
Transport Protocols
Name Resolution
Troubleshooting
Applications and Services
Management and Monitoring
Cloud and Virtualization
Installation
Module 4
Network Sites
Installing Cable
Installing Wireless Networks
WAN Technologies
Remote Access
Security
Module 5
Vulnerabilities and Threats
Security Appliances
Authentication
Incident Response
Change and Configuration Management