About this course
Course Overview
CompTIA Network+ validates the technical skills needed to securely establish, maintain and troubleshoot the essential networks that businesses rely on.
Unlike other vendor-specific networking certifications, CompTIA Network+ prepares candidates to support networks on any platform. CompTIA Network+ is the only certification that covers the specific skills that network professionals need. Other certifications are so broad, they don’t cover the hands-on skills and precise knowledge needed in today’s networking environments.
Target Audience
Individuals whose job responsibilities include network administration, installation and security within their organization.
Job Roles:
- Junior Network Administrator
- Datacenter Support Technician
- Network Engineer
- System Administrator
- NOC Technician
- Telecommunications Technician
- Cable Technician
Course Objectives
After completing this course you should be able to:
- Deploy and troubleshoot Ethernet networks.
- Support IPv4 and IPv6 networks.
- Configure and troubleshooting routers.
- Support network services and applications.
- Ensure network security and availability.
- Deploy and troubleshooting wireless networks.
- Support WAN links and remote access methods.
- Support organizational procedures and site security controls.
- Summarize cloud and datacenter architecture.
Course Content
Comparing OSI Model Network Functions
- Compare and Contrast OSI Model Layers
- Configure SOHO Networks
Deploying Ethernet Cabling
- Summarize Ethernet Standards
- Summarize Copper Cabling Types
- Summarize Fiber Optic Cabling Types
- Deploy Ethernet Cabling
- Deploy Networking Devices
- Explain Network Interfaces
- Deploy Common Ethernet Switching Features
Troubleshooting Ethernet Networks
- Explain Network Troubleshooting Methodology
- Troubleshoot Common Cable Connectivity Issues
Explaining IPv4 Addressing
- Explain IPv4 Addressing Schemes
- Explain IPv4 Forwarding
- Configure IP Networks and Subnets
Supporting IPv4 and IPv6 Networks
- Use Appropriate Tools to Test IP Configuration
- Troubleshoot IP Networks
- Explain IPv6 Addressing Schemes
Configuring and Troubleshooting Routers
- Compare and Contrast Routing Concepts
- Compare and Contrast Dynamic Routing Concepts
- Install and Troubleshoot Routers
Explaining Network Topologies and Types
- Explain Network Types and Characteristics
- Explain Tiered Switching Architecture
- Explain Virtual LANs
Explaining Transport Layer Protocols
- Compare and Contrast Transport Protocols
- Use Appropriate Tools to Scan Network Ports
Explaining Network Services
- Explain the Use of Network Addressing Services
- Explain the Use of Name Resolution Services
- Configure DNS Services
Explaining Network Applications
- Explain the Use of Web, File/Print, and Database Services
- Explain the Use of Email and Voice Services
Ensuring Network Availability
- Explain the Use of Network Management Services
- Use Event Management to Ensure Network Availability
- Use Performance Metrics to Ensure Network Availability
Explaining Common Security Concepts
- Explain Common Security Concept
- Explain Authentication Methods
Supporting and Troubleshooting Secure Networks
- Compare and Contrast Security Appliances
- Troubleshoot Service and Security Issues
Deploying and Troubleshooting Wireless Networks
- Summarize Wireless Standards
- Install Wireless Networks
- Troubleshoot Wireless Networks
- Configure and Troubleshoot Wireless Security
Comparing WAN Links and Remote Access Methods
- Explain WAN Provider Links
- Compare and Contrast Remote Access Methods
Explaining Organizational and Physical Security Concepts
- Explain Organizational Documentation and Policies
- Explain Physical Security Methods
- Compare and Contrast Internet of Things Devices
Explaining Disaster Recovery and High Availability Concepts
- Explain Disaster Recovery Concepts
- Explain High Availability Concepts
Applying Network Hardening Techniques
- Compare and Contrast Types of Attacks
- Apply Network Hardening Techniques
Summarizing Cloud and Datacenter Architecture
- Summarize Cloud Concepts
- Explain Virtualization and Storgae Area Network Technologies
- Explain Datacenter Network Architecture
Labs:
- Exploring the Lab Environment
- Configure a SOHO RouterCapture Network Traffic
- Configure Interface Settings
- Configure IPv4 Static Addressing
- Analyze ARP Traffic
- Use Tools to Test IP Configuration
- Configure IPv6 Static Addressing
- Configure Static Routing
- Configure Dynamic Routing
- Troubleshoot IP Networks (Parts A and B)
- Use Network Scanners
- Analyze a DHCP Server Configuration
- Analyze a DNS Server Configuration
- Analyze Application Security Configurations
- Configure Secure Access Channels
- Configure Syslog
- Analyze Network Performance
- Verify Service and Application Configuration
- Configure a NAT Firewall
- Configure Remote Access
- Develop Network Documentation
- Backup and Restore Network Device Configuration
- Analyze an On-path Attack
- Configure Port Security
- Troubleshoot Service and Security Issues
Course Prerequisites
Attendees should meet the following prerequisites:
- CompTIA recommends 9 to 12 months of network-related IT experience.
Test Certification
Recommended as preparation for the following exams:
- N10-008 - CompTIA Network +
Follow on Courses
The Network+ course and certification provides successful candidates with a great foundation in Networking and most students use this course as a platform from which they can then branch out into specialties (like network security) or vendor-specific tracks of study. Siuggested follow on courses would be:
