Description
This is a five-day course to prepare students for the CompTIA network+ certification (N10-009 exam). For those new to IT, Network+ serves as an excellent steppingstone, while paving the way for more advanced certifications like Security+ or PenTest+.
Enterprise environments often involve collaboration between multiple IT teams, vendors, and departments. Network+ provides a standardized networking terminology and fundamental knowledge base that enables effective communication across these different groups. When everyone understands concepts like VLANs, subnetting, or QoS in the same way, it significantly improves team coordination and project execution.
Network+ certification integrates practical implementation with theoretical foundations. The certification curriculum includes hands-on configuration of network devices, security protocol implementation, and systematic diagnostics procedures.
Key Technical Applications:
- Network device configuration and maintenance
- Security measure deployment
- Diagnostic procedure implementation
- VLAN architecture setup
- Connectivity issue resolution
Topics like TCP/IP, subnetting, network topologies, and the OSI model – fundamental concepts that form the backbone of modern networking, will be covered.
The training addresses common technical scenarios encountered in professional IT environments. This practical approach enables IT professionals to develop applicable skills for network management and maintenance procedures.
Target audience
IT professionals across different sectors. Key sectors benefiting from Network+ certified professionals include:
- Financial services
- Healthcare institutions
- Government agencies
- Educational organizations
- Enterprise IT departments
- Managed service providers
- Telecommunications companies
- Data center operations
Prerequisites
There are no specific prerequisites to take the course and corresponding exam, regardless of prior experience or education level. However, CompTIA recommends at least nine months of networking experience or equivalent knowledge to increase the chances of success.
List of Subjects
Part 1: Networking Fundamentals
- Introduction to Networks
- Basic networking concepts
- Network topologies
- Network types (LAN, WAN, etc.)
- The Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) Reference Model
- OSI model layers and their functions
- Data encapsulation and decapsulation
- Networking Connectors and Wiring Standards
- Different types of cables (copper, fiber optic)
- Connectors (RJ-45, etc.)
- Cabling standards (TIA/EIA)
- The Current Ethernet Specifications
- Ethernet standards (10BaseT, 100BaseT, Gigabit Ethernet)
- Ethernet frames and their components
- Networking Devices
- Hubs, switches, routers
- Wireless access points
- Network interface cards (NICs)
- Introduction to the Internet Protocol
- TCP/IP model
- IP addressing basics (IPv4, IPv6)
- IP Addressing
- IP address classes
- Subnetting concepts
- Classless Inter-Domain Routing (CIDR)
- IP Subnetting, Troubleshooting IP, and Introduction to NAT
- Subnetting techniques
- Troubleshooting IP connectivity issues
- Network Address Translation (NAT)
- Introduction to IP Routing
- Routing concepts
- Routing protocols (RIP, OSPF)
- Routing Protocols
- In-depth coverage of routing protocols
- Routing table concepts
- Switching and Virtual LANs
- Switch features (VLANs, trunking)
- Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)
- Wireless Networking
- Wireless technologies (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth)
- Wireless security (WPA, WPA2, WPA3)
- Remote Network Access
- VPN technologies (PPTP, L2TP, IPsec)
- Remote access protocols (Dial-up, DSL)
Part 2: Network Operations
- Network Monitoring and Troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting methodologies
- Network diagnostic tools
- Data Center Architecture and Cloud Concepts
- Data center design and infrastructure
- Cloud computing models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
- Ensuring Network Availability
- High availability and disaster recovery planning
- Network redundancy techniques
- Cable Connectivity Issues and Tools
- Troubleshooting cabling problems
- Using cable testers and other diagnostic tools
- Network Software Tools and Commands
- Common network commands (ping, ipconfig, traceroute)
- Network management software
- Network Software Tools and Commands
- Advanced network commands and tools
Part 3: Network Security
- Common Security Concepts
- Security threats (viruses, malware, etc.)
- Firewalls and intrusion detection systems
- Common Types of Attacks
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- Denial-of-service attacks
- Social engineering attacks
- Network Hardening Techniques
- Security best practices
- Implementing security measures
Follow-up courses
CompTIA Security+
CompTIA Pentest+
