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Updated 23 February, 2010

CompTIA Network+ Technician (2009)

Network+ Certification


What is CompTIA Network+ Technician?


CompTIA is the Computing Technology Industry Association with over 20,000 members worldwide. The CompTIA Network+ certification is the world standard entry-level qualification for computer technicians and engineers, recognised by employers everywhere. It validates IT hardware and software technical skills and confirms a technician's ability to perform tasks such as installation, configuration, diagnosing, preventive maintenance and networking. This course covers the latest syllabus.


How this Course works


This comprehensive elearning course prepares students for the Network+ Certification from CompTIA. The course is completed online, at your own time, at a location that suits you. You progress through the course materials and complete the online lessons and tests.

Students are provided with Streaming video demonstrations, Instructional audio with graphics highlighting key points. Simulations teach learners to perform specific tasks in applications through guided, multi-step exercises. Activities allow learners to apply course concepts in an interactive questioning environment. Exercises allow learners to practice in the actual application being studied. The course challenges the learner with a variety of question formats, including multi-step simulations, true/false, multiple choice, and fill-in-the-blank, and a skill assessment generates a customised learning path based on the results of a pre-test. Bookmarking tracks the learner's progress in a course.


Course Content


This programme provides you with all you need for the CompTIA Network+ exam, which is required to earn CompTIA Network+ certification. This certification validates will prepare you for the CompTIA Network+ 2009 N10-004 certification exam. CompTIA Network+ certification ensures that a technician is proficient in configuring, installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and managing basic network . Other related courses are A+ IT Technician.



Topics Covered in this Course


Networks and the OSI Specifications
  • Identify common physical and logical network topologies
  • Discuss the functions of each layer of the OSI model

Cable, Wiring, and Ethernet Specifications
  • Identify standard cable types and common connector types
  • Discuss appropriate wiring standards and wiring distribution
  • Categorize LAN technology types and properties

Networking Devices and the Internet Protocol
  • Install, configure and differentiate between common network devices
  • Identify the functions of specialized network devices
  • Explain the function of common networking protocols
  • Identify commonly used TCP and UDP default ports
  • Evaluate the proper use of addressing technologies and addressing schemes

IP Addressing, Subnetting, and NAT
  • Describe how IPv6 and IPv4 formats are used in an internet network
  • Evaluate the proper use of public, private and DHCP addressing technologies
  • Evaluate the proper use of unicast, multicast, and broadcast addressing schemes
  • Explain the difference between static and dynamic NAT, and NAT overloading

Switches, VLANS, and Wireless Technologies
  • Describe the features of advanced switches and VLANs
  • Differentiate common wireless network specifications
  • Implement a basic wireless network

Access Control and Network Threats
  • Explain the methods of network access security
  • Explain methods of user authentication
  • Identify common security threats and mitigation techniques

Physical Security and Wide Area Networks
  • Explain the function of hardware and software security devices
  • Explain common features of a firewall
  • Explain issues that affect device security
  • Categorize WAN technology types and properties

Command-Line, Software, and Hardware Tools
  • Discuss command line interface tools and their output
  • Explain the purpose of network scanners
  • Describe various hardware tools used in networking environments

Network Troubleshooting and Management
  • Implement a network troubleshooting methodology
  • Troubleshoot common connectivity issues and select an appropriate solution
  • Identify and evaluate configuration management documentation
  • Conduct network monitoring to identify performance and connectivity issues

3 Practice Exams
  • Sample Exams that will help you prepare for the CompTIA Network+ N10-004 exam.





Who should complete this course?

  • Network Technicians, IT Technician, Enterprise Technician, PC Technician.
  • Desktop Support Technician, Field Technician, PC Support Specialist.
  • People considering a career as a PC Network Technician.


Prerequisites

  • You must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Windows.


Assessment

  • Once you successfully pass the programme, you will receive a Diploma in Advanced PC Networking from CMIT .
  • To receive full CompTIA Network+ Certification you must complete the Network+ exam. This course is assessed through a computer-based multiple choice exam (N10-004) which may be sat when students have completed the course. Exam fees are not included in the course price.
  • The exam may be completed at an Assessment Centre near where you live. Assessment centres are located in the following counties: Dublin, Cork, Galway and Westmeath.


Technical Requirements

  • The following technical requirements apply: 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Vista, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Flash 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Javascript, DHTML and cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.


Accreditation

  • Once you successfully pass the programme, you will receive a Diploma in Advanced PC Networking from CMIT .
  • Following successful completion of the CompTIA exam you will receive a certificate to confirm that you are a "Certified CompTIA Network+ IT Technician".



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