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.
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.
By actively participating in this course, you will learn about the following:
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
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
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
There is no exam relating directly to this course.
This training course provided by Skilltec is accredited through Global Knowledge Training Ltd. Global Knowledge Training Ltd are the authorised learning partner; all trademarks and partner statuses are provided through them.