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Earning the CompTIA Network+ designation is evidence of a qualified networking professional. This course covers network technologies, installation and configuration, media and topologies, management, and security.
CompTIA Network +
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Recall the principles of networking including IP Addressing, Subnetting, Troubleshooting, Topology Selection, Backbones, and Segments
- Identify the steps for installing and configuring different network types
- Recognize the basics of Ethernet and Networking Devices
- List methods for documenting, monitoring, and managing security threats
- Identify Software, Hardware and Troubleshooting Tools
CompTIA Network +
CompTIA Network+ Module 1
Networking Concepts
- Introduction to Networks
- Physical Network Topologies
- Topology Selection, Backbones, and Segments
- Open Systems Interconnection Specifications
- Internetworking Models
- OSI Reference Model
- Introduction to Encapsulation
- Modulation Techniques
CompTIA Network+ Module 2
Networking Topologies and Ethernet Specifications
- Physical Media
- Cable Properties
- Wiring Standards
- Installing Wiring Distributions
- Network Basics
- Ethernet Basics
- Ethernet at the Data Link Layer
- Ethernet at the Physical Layer
- Ethernet over Other Standards
CompTIA Network+ Module 3
Networking Devices and Internet Protocol
- Common Network Connectivity Devices
- Specialized Devices
- Planning and Implementing a Basic SOHO Network
- Switches and Bridges at the Data Link Layer
- Hubs at the Physical Layer
- Environmental Considerations
- Introducing TCP/IP
- TCP/IP and the DoD Model
- The Host-to-Host Layer Protocols
- The Internet Layer Protocols
- Data Encapsulation
CompTIA Network+ Module 4
IP Addressing, Subnetting, and Troubleshooting
- IP Terminology
- The Hierarchical IP Addressing Scheme
- IPv4 Address Types
- Internet Addressing
- Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6)
- Subnetting Basics
- Troubleshooting IP Addressing
- Introduction to Network Address Translation (NAT)
- How NAT Works
CompTIA Network+ Module 5
IP Routing and Routing Protocols
- Routing Basics
- The IP Routing Process
- Testing Your IP Routing Understanding
- Static and Dynamic Routing
- Routing Protocol Basics
- Distance Vector Routing Protocols
- Link State Routing Protocols
- High Availability
- Hot Standby Router Protocol (HSRP)
- IPv6 Routing Protocols
CompTIA Network+ Module 6
Virtual LANs and Wireless Networking
- Networking Before Layer 2 Switching
- Switching Services
- Spanning Tree Protocol
- Virtual LANs
- VLAN Trunking Protocol
- Introduction to Wireless Technology
- The 802.11 Standards
- Comparing 802.11 Standards
- Wireless Network Components
- Installing a Wireless Network
CompTIA Network+ Module 7
Ensuring Network Availability and Policies
- Performance Metrics/Sensors
- SNMP
- Network Device Logs
- Interface Statistics/Status
- Interface Errors or Alerts
- Environmental Factors and Sensors
- Baselines
- NetFlow Data
- Uptime/Downtime
- Hardening and Security Policies
- Common Documentation
- Common Agreements
CompTIA Network+ Module 8
Disaster Recovery and Common Security Concepts
- Load Balancing
- Multipathing
- Network Interface Card (NIC) Teaming
- Facilities and Infrastructure Support
- Mean Time to Repair (MTTR)
- Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF)
- Recovery Time Objective (RTO)
- Recovery Point Objective (RPO)
- Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA)
- Threats
- Vulnerabilities
- Least Privilege
- Role-Based Access
- Zero Trust
- Security Risk Assessments
CompTIA Network+ Module 9
Types of Attacks and Network Hardening Techniques
- Technology-Based Attacks
- Human and Environmental
- Social Engineering
- Phishing
- Tailgating
- Best Practices
- Wireless Security
- IoT Access Considerations
CompTIA Network+ Module 10
Remote Access and Physical Security
- Site to Site VPN
- Client to Site VPN
- Remote Desktop Connection
- Remote Desktop Gateway
- SSH
- Virtual Network Computing (VNC)
- Virtual Desktop
- Detection Methods
- Prevention Methods
- Asset Disposal
CompTIA Network+ Module 11
Data Center Architecture and Network Availability
- Data Center Network Architectures
- Software-Defined Networking
- Traffic Flows
- Cloud Computing
- Managing Network Documentation
- Network Monitoring
- Performance Metrics/Sensors
- Network Metrics
- Interface Errors
- NetFlow
CompTIA Network+ Module 12
Troubleshooting
- Identifying Hardware Tools
- Narrowing Down the Problem
- Troubleshooting Steps
- Troubleshooting Tips
- Software Tools
- File Transfer Protocol
- Telnet Utility
**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**
All course materials included.
CompTIA Network +
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be prepared to sit for the CompTIA Exam N10-008: CompTIA Network+ certification exam.
Note: This course is not affiliated with, nor has it been endorsed by CompTIA.
Internet Connection
- Broadband or High-Speed - DSL, Cable, and Wireless Connections
*Dial-Up internet connections will result in a diminished online experience. Classroom pages may load slowly and viewing large audio and video files may not be possible.
Hardware Requirements
- Processor - 2GHz Processor or Higher
- Memory - 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended
PC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems - Windows 7 or higher
- Microsoft Office 2013 or higher. Also, you could use a general Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers - Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- QuickTime, Windows Media Player &/or Real Player
MAC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems - Mac OS x 10 or higher with Windows
- Mac office programs or a Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers- Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- Apple QuickTime Media Player