CompTIA Network+

Prerequisites

• Recommended: CompTIA A+ certification or equivalent knowledge.
• Have at least 9 to 12 months of work experience in IT networking.

Course/Exam objectives

Network architecture (22%)

• Explain the functions and applications of various network devices
• Compare and contrast the use of networking services and applications
• Install and configure networking services/applications (DHCP,DNS, Proxy / reverse Proxy, NAT, Port Forwarding)
• Explain the characteristics and benefits of various WAN technologies
• Install and properly terminate various cable types and connectors using appropriate tools
• Differentiate between common network topologies
• Differentiate between network infrastructure implementations
• Given a scenario, implement and configure the appropriate addressing schema
• Explain the basics of routing concepts and protocols
• Identify the basics elements of unified communication technologies
• Compare and contrast technologies that support cloud and virtualization
• Given a set of requirements, implement a basic network

Network operations (20%)

• Given a scenario, use appropriate monitoring tools
• Given a scenario, analyze metrics and reports from monitoring and tracking performance tools
• Given a scenario, use appropriate resources to support configuration management
• Explain the importance of implementing network segmentation
• Given a scenario, install and apply patches and updates
• Given a scenario, configure a switch using proper features
• Install and configure wireless LAN infrastructure and implement the appropriate technologies in support of wireless capable devices

Network security                                                                                                                                                        18%

• Compare and contrast risk related concepts
• Compare and contrast common network vulnerabilities and threats
• Given a scenario, implement network hardening techniques
• Compare and contrast physical security controls
• Given a scenario, install and configure a basic firewall
• Explain the purpose of various network access control models
• Summarize basic forensic concepts

Troubleshooting (24%)

• Given a scenario, implement network troubleshooting methodology
• Given a scenario, analyze and interpret the output of troubleshooting tools
• Given a scenario, troubleshoot and resolve common wireless issues
• Given a scenario, troubleshoot and resolve common copper cable issues
• Given a scenario, troubleshoot and resolve common fiber cable issues
• Given a scenario, troubleshoot and resolve common network issues
• Given a scenario, troubleshoot and resolve common security issues
• Given a scenario, troubleshoot and resolve common WAN issues

Industry standards, practices, and network theory (16%)

• Analyze a scenario and determine the corresponding OSI layer
• Explain the basics of network theory and concepts
• Given a scenario, deploy the appropriate wireless standard
• Given a scenario, deploy the appropriate wired connectivity standard
• Given a scenario, implement the appropriate policies or procedures
• Summarize safety practices
• Given a scenario, install and configure equipment in the appropriate location using best practices
• Explain the basics of change management procedures
• Compare and contrast the following ports and protocols
• Given a scenario, configure and apply the appropriate ports and protocols

Delivery

Online with full academic support

This course best suits:

• Individual looking for entry-level IT positions.
• Individual looking to acquire job skills, and to be trained specifically to pass the associated CompTIA Network+ certification exam.
• Personal interest

Exam Details

• To receive the CompTIA Network+ certification, you will need to pass N10-006 exam.
• Number of Questions:  Maximum of 90 questions
• Type of Questions:  Performance-based and multiple choice.
• Length of Test: 90 Minutes
• Passing Score: 720 (on a scale of 100-900)