This course provides delegates with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage, maintain, troubleshoot, install, operate, and configure basic network infrastructure, describe networking technologies and basic design principles; adhere to wiring standards and use the testing tools. 

The CompTIA Network+ is the first step in starting a networking career and is recognized by many vendors such as Microsoft, Cisco, Novell, and Red Hat as part of their certification tracks. 

Prerequisite

Before attending this course, delegates must:

- Hold the CompTIA A+ certification or;

 - Have at least 9 to 12 months of networking experience

Audience

This course is intended for IT professionals with a basic knowledge of computer hardware, software, and operating systems who wish to increase their knowledge and understanding of networking concepts and acquire the required skills to prepare for a career in network support or administration, or who wish to prepare for the CompTIA Network+ certification (Exam N10-007).

At course completion In this course, delegates will describe the major networking technologies and systems of modern networks, and configure, manage, and troubleshoot modern networks. In addition, delegates will be able to:

 Identify basic network theory concepts and major network communications methods

 Describe bounded network media

 Describe unbounded network media

 Identify the major types of network implementations

 Identify TCP/IP addressing and data delivery methods

 Analyse routing and switching technologies

 Identify the components of a TCP/IP implementation

 Analyse network security

 Implement network security

 Identify the components of a WAN implementation.

 Identify the components used in cloud computing and virtualization

 Identify the components of a remote network implementation

 Manage networks

 Troubleshoot network issues

Topics

Module 1: Network Theory
 Network Types
 Network Standards and the OSI Model
 Data Transmission Methods

Module 2: Bounded Network Media
 Copper Media
 Fiber Optic Media
 Bounded Network Media Installation

Module 3: Unbounded Network Media
 Wireless Networking
 Wireless Network Devices and Components
 Implement Wireless Technology
 Internet of Things

Module 4: Network Implementations
 Physical Network Topologies
 Logical Network Topologies
 Ethernet Networks
 Network Devices

Module 5: TCP/IP Addressing and Data Delivery
 The TCP/IP Protocol Suite
 IPv4 Addressing
 Default IP Addressing Schemes
 Create Custom IP Addressing Schemes
 IPv6 Addressing Lesson 6: Routing and Switching
 Switching
 Network Packet Routing
 Static and Dynamic IP Routing
 VLANs

Module 6: TCP/IP Implementation
 Configure IP Addresses
 Naming Services
 TCP/IP Utilities
 Common TCP/IP Protocols

Module 7: Network Security Analysis
 Introduction to Network Security
 Network Security Policies
 Physical Security
 Common Network Attacks

Module 8: Network Security Implementation
 Authentication
 Access Control
 Port, Service, and Protocol Security
 Wireless Network Security
 Patches and Updates
 Mitigation Techniques

Module 9: WAN Infrastructure
 WAN Basics
 WAN Connectivity Methods
 WAN Transmission Technologies
 VoIP

Module 10: Cloud and Virtualization Techniques
 Virtualization Technologies
 Network Storage Technologies
 Cloud Computing

Module 11: Remote Networking
 Remote Network Architectures
 Remote Access Network Implementations
 Virtual Private Networking

Module 12: Network Management
 Monitor Networks
 Document the Network
 Establish Baselines
 Optimize Network Performance
 Ensure Business Continuity

Module 13: Troubleshooting Network Issues
 Network Troubleshooting Methodology
 Network Troubleshooting Tools
 Troubleshoot Wired Connectivity and Performance Issues
 Troubleshoot Wireless Connectivity and Performance Issues
 Troubleshoot Network Service Issues