Network +

Why you should attend: This course is designed as a complete package to prepare students for Network+, CompTIA®'s new certification exam, and to provide a strong foundation in PC-based network software and hardware components. Network+ is intended as a student path for entering into networking, and the logical stepping-stone to follow A+ Certification.

Suggested Prerequisites:  Exam targeted for technicians with 18-24 months experience in IT industry. Typical student would have A+ Certification or equivalent knowledge, but A+ certification is not required.

Attend and You Will Learn

Lesson 1: Network Basics

• Network concepts
• Network architectures
• The OSI model

Lesson 2: Wired Computer to Computer Connections

• Wired network connections
• Network interface cards and modems

Lesson 3: Wired Internetworking Devices

• Basic internetworking devices
• Specialized internetworking devices

Lesson 4: Wired Communication Standards

• The TCP/IP protocol suite
• TCP/IP
• DHCP servers

Lesson 5: Wireless Networking

• Wireless network devices
• Wireless networking standards
• Wireless configuration

Lesson 6: Security Threats and Mitigation

• Security threats
• Threat mitigation

Lesson 7: Security Practices

• Operating systems
• Devices

Lesson 8: Network Access Control

• Authentication
• Public key cryptography
• Remote access
• Wireless security

Lesson 9: Monitoring

• Monitoring resources
• Event viewer

Lesson 10: Troubleshooting

• Troubleshooting basics
• Troubleshooting the network
• Troubleshooting scenarios