The CompTIA® Network+® course builds on your existing user-level knowledge and experience with personal computer operating systems and networks to present the fundamental skills and concepts that you will need to use on the job in any type of networking career. If you are pursuing a CompTIA technical certification path, the CompTIA A+ certification is an excellent first step to take before preparing for the CompTIA Network+ certification.
The CompTIA® Network+® course can benefit you in two ways. It can assist you if you are preparing to take the CompTIA® Network+® examination (Exam N10-005*). Also, if your job duties include network troubleshooting, installation, or maintenance, or if you are preparing for any type of network-related career, it provides the background knowledge and skills you will require to be successful.
Prerequisites:
To ensure your success, you will need basic Windows end-user computer skills. To meet this prerequisite, you can take any one or more of the following LogicalCHOICE courses, or have equivalent experience:
Using Microsoft® Windows® 8
Microsoft® Windows® 8 Transition from Windows® 7
In addition, we highly recommend that you hold the CompTIA A+ certification, or have equivalent skills and knowledge.
Lesson 1: Network Theory
Topic A: Networking Terminology
Topic B: Network Categories
Topic C: Standard Network Models
Topic D: Physical Network Topologies
Topic E: Logical Network Topologies
Lesson 2: Network Communications Methods
Topic A: Data Transmission Methods
Topic B: Media Access Methods
Topic C: Signaling Methods
Lesson 3: Network Media and Hardware
Topic A: Bounded Network Media
Topic B: Unbounded Network Media
Topic C: Noise Control
Topic D: Network Connectivity Devices
Lesson 4: Network Implementations
Topic A: Ethernet Networks
Topic B: Wireless Networks
Lesson 5: Networking Models
Topic A: The OSI Model
Topic B: The TCP/IP Model
Lesson 6: TCP/IP Addressing and Data Delivery
Topic A: The TCP/IP Protocol Suite
Topic B: IP Addressing
Topic C: Default IP Addressing Schemes
Topic D: Create Custom IP Addressing Schemes
Topic E: Implement IPv6 Addresses
Topic F: Delivery Techniques
Lesson 7: TCP/IP Services
Topic A: Assign IP Addresses
Topic B: Domain Naming Services
Topic C: TCP/IP Commands
Topic D: Common TCP/IP Protocols
Topic E: TCP/IP Interoperability Services
Lesson 8: LAN Infrastructure
Topic A: Switching
Topic B: Enable Static Routing
Topic C: Implement Dynamic IP Routing
Topic D: Virtual LANs
Topic E: Plan a SOHO Network
Lesson 9: WAN Infrastructure
Topic A: WAN Transmission Technologies
Topic B: WAN Connectivity Methods
Topic C: Voice over Data Transmission
Lesson 10: Remote Networking
Topic A: Remote Network Architectures
Topic B: Remote Access Networking Implementations
Topic C: Virtual Private Networking
Topic D: VPN Protocols
Lesson 11: System Security
Topic A: Computer Security Basics
Topic B: System Security Tools
Topic C: Authentication Methods
Topic D: Encryption Methods
Lesson 12: Network Security
Topic A: Network Perimeter Security
Topic B: Intrusion Detection and Prevention
Topic C: Protect Network Traffic Using IPSec
Lesson 13: Network Security Threats and Attacks
Topic A: Network-Based Security Threats and Attacks
Topic B: Apply Threat Mitigation Techniques
Topic C: Educate Users
Lesson 14: Network Management
Topic A: Network Monitoring
Topic B: Configuration Management Documentation
Topic C: Network Performance Optimization
Lesson 15: Network Troubleshooting
Topic A: Network Troubleshooting Models
Topic B: Network Troubleshooting Utilities
Topic C: Hardware Troubleshooting Tools
Topic D: Common Connectivity Issues
