This course is intended for entry-level computer support professionals with a basic knowledge of computer hardware, software, and operating systems to prepare for the CompTIA® Network+® (Exam N10-007), or 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. Tier 1 & 2 Support Personnel seeking IAT-1 certification to fulfill the DoD 8570.1 Directive

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Identify the basic network theory concepts.

• Identify the major network communications methods.

• Describe network media and hardware components.

• Identify the major types of network implementations.

• Identify the components of a TCP/IP network implementation.

• Identify TCP/IP addressing and data delivery methods.

• Identify the major services deployed on TCP/IP networks.

• Identify the components of a LAN implementation.

• Identify the infrastructure of a WAN implementation.

• Identify the components of a remote network implementation.

• Identify the major issues and methods to secure systems on a network.

• Identify the major issues and technologies in network security.

• Identify network security threats and attacks.

• Identify the tools, methods, and techniques used in managing a network.

• Describe troubleshooting of issues on a network.

Suggested Prerequisites

• CompTIA A+ Certification (Exams 220-1001 and 220-1002)

Next Steps and Related Courses

• Cisco® Implementing and Administering Cisco® Solutions v1.0 (CCNA

1 - Network Theory

• Networking Terminology

• Network Categories

• Standard Network Models

• Physical Network Topologies

• Logical Network Topologies

2 - Network Communications Methods

• Data Transmission Methods

• Media Access Methods

• Signaling Methods

3 - Network Media and Hardware

• Bounded Network Media

• Unbounded Network Media

• Noise Control

• Network Connectivity Devices

4 - Network Implementations

• Ethernet Networks

• Wireless Networks

5 - Networking Models

• The OSI Model

• The TCP/IP Model

6 - TCP/IP Addressing and Data Delivery

• The TCP/IP Protocol Suite

• IP Addressing

• Default IP Addressing Schemes

• Create Custom IP Addressing Schemes

• Implement IPv6 Addresses

• Delivery Techniques

7 - TCP/IP Services

• Assign IP Addresses

• Domain Naming Services

• TCP/IP Commands

• Common TCP/IP Protocols

• TCP/IP Interoperability Services

8 - LAN Infrastructure

• Switching

• Enable Static Routing

• Implement Dynamic IP Routing

• Virtual LANs

• Plan a SOHO Network

9 - WAN Infrastructure

• WAN Transmission Technologies

• WAN Connectivity Methods

• Voice over Data Transmission

10 - Remote Networking

• Remote Network Architectures

• Remote Access Networking Implementations

• Virtual Private Networking

• VPN Protocols

11 - System Security

• Computer Security Basics

• System Security Tools

• Authentication Methods

• Encryption Methods

12 - Network Security

• Network Perimeter Security

• Intrusion Detection and Prevention

• Protect Network Traffic Using IPSec

13 - Network Security Threats and Attacks

• Network-Based Security Threats and Attacks

• Apply Threat Mitigation Techniques

• Educate Users

14 - Network Management

• Network Monitoring

• Configuration Management Documentation

• Network Performance Optimization

15 - Network Troubleshooting

• Network Troubleshooting Models

• Network Troubleshooting Utilities

• Hardware Troubleshooting Tools

• Common Connectivity Issues