CompTIA Network+
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Overview
CompTIA Network+ is a vendor neutral networking certification that is trusted around the world. It validates the essential knowledge and skills needed to confidently design, configure, manage and troubleshoot any wired and wireless networks. CompTIA Network+ certified individuals are in-demand worldwide. With a CompTIA Network+ certification, you will possess the key skills to troubleshoot, configure and manage these systems and keep your company productive.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 12% job growth is expected in network and computer systems over the next seven years. Additionally, CompTIA Network+ professionals are known to excel in their job: 53% of IT and business executives agree that certified staff performs at a higher level than non-certified staff; this according to the CompTIA International Technology Adoption and Workforce Trends report. Global Knowledge’s IT Skills and Salary Report estimates the average salary of a Network+ certified IT professional at about $74,000.
This course will build on your existing user-level knowledge and experience with personal computer operating systems and networks to present fundamental skills and concepts that you will 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.
CERTIFICATION EXAM
This course prepares the student for the CompTIA Network+ examination.
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Who Should Take This Course
PREREQUISITES
CompTIA A+ Certification or equivalent knowledge and some practical industry experience in networking are strongly recommended.
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Why You Should Take This Course
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify the basic components of network theory.
- Identify the major network communications methods.
- Identify network data delivery methods.
- List and describe network media and hardware components.
- Identify the major types of network implementations.
- Identify the components of a TCP/IP network implementation.
- Identify the major services deployed on TCP/IP networks.
- Identify the components of a LAN implementation.
- Identify the components of a WAN implementation.
- Identify major issues and technologies in network security.
- Identify the components of a remote network implementation.
- Identify major issues and technologies in disaster recovery.
- Identify major data storage technologies and implementations.
- Identify the primary network operating systems.
- Explore tools, methods, and techniques used in managing a network.
- Describe how to troubleshoot network issues.
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Schedule
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Course Outline
Lesson 1: Network Theory
Topic 1A: Networking Terminology
Topic 1B: Network Building Blocks
Topic 1C: Standard Network Models
Topic 1D: Physical Network Topologies
Topic 1E: Logical Network Topologies
Topic 1F: Network CategoriesLesson 2: Network Communications Methods
Topic 2A: Transmission Methods
Topic 2B: Media Access Methods
Topic 2C: Signaling MethodsLesson 3: Network Data Delivery
Topic 3A: Data Addressing and Delivery
Topic 3B: Delivery TechniquesLesson 4: Network Media and Hardware
Topic 4A: Bounded Network Media
Topic 4B: Unbounded Network Media
Topic 4C: Noise Control
Topic 4D: Network Connectivity Devices
Topic 4E: Wiring Distribution ComponentsLesson 5: Network Implementations
Topic 5A: The OSI Model
Topic 5B: Ethernet Networks
Topic 5C: Token Ring Networks
Topic 5D: Fiber Distributed Data Interface (FDDI) Networks
Topic 5E: Wireless Technologies and StandardsLesson 6: Networking with TCP/IP
Topic 6A: Families of Protocols
Topic 6B: The TCP/IP Protocol
Topic 6C: IP Address Basics
Topic 6D: Custom IP Addresses
Topic 6E: The IP Version 6 Protocol
Topic 6F: The TCP/IP Protocol SuiteLesson 7: TCP/IP Services
Topic 7A: IP Address Assignment Methods
Topic 7B: Host Name Resolution
Topic 7C: TCP/IP Utilities
Topic 7D: TCP/IP Upper-Layer Services
Topic 7E: TCP/IP Interoperability ServicesLesson 8: Local Area Network Infrastructure
Topic 8A: Bridges and Switches
Topic 8B: IP Routing
Topic 8C: Static IP Routing
Topic 8D: Dynamic IP Routing
Topic 8E: Control Data Movement with Filters and VLANsLesson 9: WAN Infrastructure
Topic 9A: WAN Switching Technologies
Topic 9B: WAN Transmission Technologies
Topic 9C: WAN Connectivity Methods
Topic 9D: Voice Over Data SystemsLesson 10: Network Security
Topic 10A: Computer Security Basics
Topic 10B: Authentication
Topic 10C: Data Encryption
Topic 10D: Protect Network Traffic with IP Security (IPsec)
Topic 10E: Internet Security
Topic 10F: Local Security
Topic 10G: Common Threats
Topic 10H: Threat Mitigation Techniques
Topic 10I: Intrusion Detection and Prevention
Topic 10J: Educate UsersLesson 11: Remote Networking
Topic 11A: Remote Network Architectures
Topic 11B: Remote Access Networking Implementations
Topic 11C: Virtual Private Networking
Topic 11D: Remote Control ComputingLesson 12: Disaster Recovery
Topic 12A: Examine Configuration Management Documentation
Topic 12B: Plan for Disaster Recovery
Topic 12C: Fault Tolerance Methods
Topic 12D: Data BackupLesson 13: Network Data Storage
Topic 13A: Enterprise Data Storage
Topic 13B: Network-Attached Storage (NAS)
Topic 13C: Storage Area Network (SAN) Implementations
Topic 13D: ClusteringLesson 14: Network Operating Systems
Topic 14A: UNIX and Linux Operating Systems
Topic 14B: Apple Mac OS X
Topic 14C: Microsoft Operating Systems
Topic 14D: Novell Open Enterprise ServerLesson 15: Network Management
Topic 15A: Monitoring Tools
Topic 15B: Network Baselining
Topic 15C: Network OptimizationLesson 16: Network Troubleshooting
Topic 16A: Troubleshooting Models
Topic 16B: TCP/IP Troubleshooting Utilities
Topic 16C: Hardware Troubleshooting Tools
Topic 16D: Common Connectivity Issues -
FAQs
Is there a discount available for current students?
UMBC students and alumni, as well as students who have previously taken a public training course with UMBC Training Centers are eligible for a 10% discount, capped at $250. Please provide a copy of your UMBC student ID or an unofficial transcript or the name of the UMBC Training Centers course you have completed. Online courses are excluded from this offer.
What is the cancellation and refund policy?
Student will receive a refund of paid registration fees only if UMBC Training Centers receives a notice of cancellation at least 10 business days prior to the class start date for classes or the exam date for exams.