CompTIA Network+ validates the technical skills needed to securely establish, maintain and troubleshoot the essential networks that businesses rely on.
This five-day course helps prepare you for the CompTIA Network+ N10-008 exam which validates the skills required to implement enterprise-level wired and wireless network solutions; identify and troubleshoot network performance issues; and harden networks against threats to mitigate security vulnerabilities.
The major areas of emphasis include:
IP addressing and connecting networks
Wireless standards and technologies
Network availability
Securing and hardening networks
Troubleshooting
Please note: The exam is not included in the course fee but can be purchased separately. Please contact us for a quote.
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What you’ll learn
On successful course completion, students will be able to:
Explain basic networking concepts including network services, physical connections, topologies and architecture, and cloud connectivity
Explain routing technologies and networking devices
Deploy ethernet solutions and configure wireless technologies
Monitor and optimise networks to ensure business continuity
Explain security concepts and network attacks in order to harden networks against threats
Troubleshoot common cable, connectivity, and software issues related to networking
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Track Record
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Quality Instructors and Content
Expert instructors with real world experience and the latest vendor-approved in-depth course content.
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Chosen and awarded by the world's leading vendors as preferred training partner.
Ahead of the Technology Curve
No matter your chosen technologies or platforms, we can help you stay one step ahead.
Train Anywhere
From our state-of-the-art classrooms to telepresence to your offices, our instructor-led training caters to your needs.
Track Record
We have a 30-year history of driving innovative, award-winning learning solutions.
More Courses, More Often
When you train with Lumify Work you get more courses, more often, in more locations, and from more vendors.
Quality Instructors and Content
Expert instructors with real world experience and the latest vendor-approved in-depth course content.
Partner-Preferred Supplier
Chosen and awarded by the world's leading vendors as preferred training partner.
Ahead of the Technology Curve
No matter your chosen technologies or platforms, we can help you stay one step ahead.
Train Anywhere
From our state-of-the-art classrooms to telepresence to your offices, our instructor-led training caters to your needs.
Track Record
We have a 30-year history of driving innovative, award-winning learning solutions.
More Courses, More Often
When you train with Lumify Work you get more courses, more often, in more locations, and from more vendors.
Who is the course for?
Professionals looking to validate that they have a solid base of networking skills needed to build and support the connectivity needed for IT infrastructure in order to achieve business objectives. This course would suite job roles such as:
Junior Network Administrator
IS Consultant
Network Field Engineer
Network Support Specialist
Network Analyst
Datacenter Support Technician
Network Engineer
System Administrator
We can also deliver and customise this training course for larger groups – saving your organisation time, money and resources. For more information, please contact us via email on [email protected]
Course subjects
Refer to the certification guide for a deeper dive into the N10-008 exam domains.
Networking Fundamentals
Compare and contrast the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model layers and encapsulation concepts
Explain the characteristics of network topologies and network types
Summarise the types of cables and connectors and explain which is the appropriate type for a solution
Configure a subnet and use appropriate IP addressing schemes
Explain common ports and protocols, their application, and encrypted alternatives
Explain the use and purpose of network services
Explain basic corporate and datacenter network architecture
Summarise cloud concepts and connectivity options
Networking Implementations
Compare and contrast various devices, their features, and their appropriate placement on the network
Compare and contrast routing technologies and bandwidth management concepts
Configure and deploy common Ethernet switching features
Install and configure the appropriate wireless standards and technologies
Network Operations
Use the appropriate statistics and sensors to ensure network availability
Explain the purpose of organisational documents and policies
Explain high availability and disaster recovery concepts and summarise which is the best solution
Network Security
Explain common security concepts.
Compare and contrast common types of attacks
Apply network hardening techniques
Compare and contrast remote access methods and security implications
Explain the importance of physical Security
Network Troubleshooting
Explain the network troubleshooting methodology
Troubleshoot common cable connectivity issues and select the appropriate tools
Use the appropriate network software tools and commands
Troubleshoot common wireless connectivity issues
Troubleshoot general networking issues
Prerequisites
Recommended experience:
Completed the training for CompTIA A+ Core 1 and Core 2
1-2 years total IT experience with 9-12 months of hands-on experience working in a network support or network administration role
Regardless of whether you have passed A+ or have hands-on experience, it is recommended that you have the following skills and knowledge before starting this course:
Configure and support PC, laptop, mobile (smartphone / tablet), and print devices
Know basic network terminology and functions (such as Ethernet, TCP/IP, switches, routers)
Configure and manage users, groups, and shared resources in a simple SOHO network
Understand the use of basic access control measures, such as authentication, security policy, encryption, and firewalls
Understand TCP/IP addressing, core protocols and troubleshooting tools
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