Course Overview:

The Comptia Network+ Curriculum is a basic level course for networking and networking technicians. It covers a wide range of vendor and product neutral networking technologies. This course contains content that will help prepare students for the CompTIA N+ certification exams.

Entry Requirements:

No previous experience is required. This course is also suitable for existing computer users who wish to upgrade their Networking skills. A basic familiarity with Operating Systems and procedures would be useful.

Course Outline:

Data Communications

Module 1: Network Fundamentals
Module 2: Network Transmission Media
Module 3: Connectivity Devices
Module 4: OSI Model: Physical Layer
Module 5: OSI Model: Data Link Layer

Networking Connectivity

Module 1: OSI Model: Network Layer
Module 2: Connectivity Devices
Module 3: OSI Model: Transport Layer
Module 4: OSI Model: Upper Layers

TCP/IP Internetworking

Module 1: TCP/IP: Fundamentals
Module 2: TCP/IP: Protocol Suite
Module 3: Novell and Windows NT Network Protocols

Planning and Implementing Networks 

Module 1: Network Planning and Network Cables 
Module 2: Network Interface Cards 
Module 3: Hard Disks
Module 4: Network Operating Systems

Network Security and Troubleshooting

Module 1: Elements of Network Security
Module 2: Securing Remote Connectivity
Module 3: Securing the Network
Module 4: Troubleshooting the Network

Help and Support:

Continuous assessments are made throughout the course to monitor individual students progress. Individual support can be made available to provide solutions to specific problems.

Estimated Learning Time*:

40 Hours.
*Will vary according to individual students experience and abilities.