This course will teach you the fundamental principles of installing, configuring, and troubleshooting network technologies and help you to progress a career in network administration. It will prepare you to take the CompTIA Network+ exam by providing 100% coverage of the objectives and content examples listed on the syllabus. Study of the course can act as groundwork for more advanced training.

The CompTIA Network+ credential proves knowledge of networking features and functions and is the leading vendor-neutral certification for networking professionals. Worldwide nearly 500,000 individuals are CompTIA Network+ certified and 91% of hiring managers indicate CompTIA certifications are valuable in validating IT employee skills and expertise. Dell, HP, Sharp, Xerox and Ricoh are among the companies that employ Network+ certified staff and it is supported by top organizations, such as Apple, Best Buy, Canon, Cisco, Intel and U.S. Navy.

Target Audience

CompTIA Network+ is aimed at IT professionals with job roles such as network administrator, network technician, network installer, help desk technician and IT cable installer.

Course Objectives

• 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 resources and appropriate security countermeasures.
• Install and configure network cabling and appliances.
• Manage, monitor, and troubleshoot networks.

Prerequisites

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.

Course Content

Module 1: Topologies and Infrastructure

• Topologies and the OSI Model
• Ethernet
• Hubs, Bridges, and Switches
• Infrastructure and Design

Module 2: Addressing and Routing

• Internet Protocol
• IPv4 Addressing
• DHCP and APIPA
• IPv6 Addressing
• Routing

Module 3: Troubleshooting and Management

• Transport Protocols
• Name Resolution
• Troubleshooting
• Applications and Services
• Management and Monitoring
• Cloud and Virtualization

Module 4: Installation

• Network Sites
• Installing Cable
• Installing Wireless Networks
• WAN Technologies
• Remote Access

Module 5: Security

• Vulnerabilities and Threats
• Security Appliances
• Authentication
• Incident Response
• Change and Configuration Management