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CompTIA N+ ( Network Technician)
The CompTIA Network+ (N10-008) certification is a global credential that validates the skills needed to design, manage, and troubleshoot wired and wireless devices. This certification covers the fundamental aspects of networking, including protocols, network infrastructure, network troubleshooting, and network security. It is widely recognized in the IT industry as a benchmark for initial networking jobs. This certification is used by industries to ensure their IT professionals have the ability to deploy, maintain, support, and operate networks. The Network+ (N10-008) certification establishes a professional’s understanding of network hardware, installation, and troubleshooting, providing a solid foundation for advancement in IT/network careers.
Course Categories: Global Certification from
COMPTIA
Delivery Model: Online
Field: Information Technology
The CompTIA Network+ course builds on your existing user-level knowledge and experience with personal computer operating systems and networks to present the fundamental skills and concepts that you will need to use on the job in any type of networking career. If you are pursuing a CompTIA technical certification path, the CompTIA A+ certification is an excellent first step to take before preparing for the CompTIA Network+ certification.
The CompTIA Network+ course can benefit you in two ways. It can assist you if you are preparing to take the CompTIA Network+ examination (Exam N10-007). Also, if your job duties include network troubleshooting, installation, or maintenance, or if you are preparing for any type of network-related career, it provides the background knowledge and skills you will require to be successful
Mode of delivery: Distance learning
Subjects:
CompTIA N+ (N10-008)
Course Objectives
After completing this course, students will be able to:
- Identify basic network theory concepts and major network communications methods.
- Describe bounded network media.
- Identify unbounded network media.
- Identify the major types of network implementations.
- Identify TCP/IP addressing and data delivery methods.
- Implement routing technologies.
- Identify the major services deployed on TCP/IP networks.
- Identify the infrastructure of a WAN implementation.
- Identify the components used in cloud computing and virtualization.
- Describe basic concepts related to network security.
- Prevent security breaches.
- Respond to security incidents.
- Identify the components of a remote network implementation.
- Identify the tools, methods, and techniques used in managing a network.
- Describe troubleshooting of issues on a network
Course Outline
Lesson 1: Network Theory
- Networking Overview
- Network Standards and the OSI Model
- Network Types
- Identify Network Configurations
- Data Transmission Methods
Lesson 2: Bounded Network Media
- Copper Media
- Fiber Optic Media
- Bounded Network Media Installation
- Noise Control
Lesson 3: Unbounded Network Media
- Wireless Networking
- Wireless Network Devices and Components
- Install a Wireless Network
Lesson 4: Network Implementations
- Physical Network Topologies
- Logical Network Topologies
- Ethernet Networks
- Network Devices
- VLANs
Lesson 5: TCP/IP Addressing and Data Delivery
- The TCP/IP Protocol Suite
- IPv4 Addressing
- Default IP Addressing Schemes
- Create Custom IP Addressing Schemes
- IPv6 Address Implementation
- Delivery Techniques
Lesson 6: Routing
- Enable Static Routing
- Implement Dynamic IP Routing
Lesson 7: TCP/IP Services
- Assign IP Addresses
- Domain Naming Services
- TCP/IP Commands
- Common TCP/IP Protocols
Lesson 8: WAN Infrastructure
- WAN Basics
- WAN Connectivity Methods
- WAN Transmission Technologies
- Unified Communication Technologies
Lesson 9: Cloud and Virtualization Technologies
- Virtualization
- SAN Implementations
- Cloud Computing
Lesson 10:Network Security Basics
- Introduction to Network Security
- Vulnerabilities
- Threats and Attacks
- Authentication Methods
- Encryption Methods
Lesson 11: Preventing Security Breaches
- Physical Security Controls
- Network Access Controls
- Install and Configure Firewalls
- Harden Networks
- Intrusion Detection and Prevention
- Educate Users
Lesson 12: Responding to Security Incidents
- Incident Management and Response
- Basic Forensic Concepts
Lesson 13: Remote Networking
- Remote Network Architectures
- Remote Access Networking Implementations
- Virtual Private Networking
- VPN Protocols
Lesson 14: Network Management
- Network Monitoring
- Configuration Management Documentation
- Network Performance Optimization
Lesson 15: Troubleshooting Network Issues
- Network Troubleshooting Models
- Network Troubleshooting Utilities
- Hardware Troubleshooting Tools Common Connectivity Issues
- Troubleshoot Security Configuration Issues
- Troubleshoot Security Issues
Admission requirements: Grade 10
The ability to read and write in English
Learners must be at least 16 years of age
Course type: Industry Endorsed
Industry Partner: CompTIA
Certification: Certificate confirming course completion
Certification issued by: CompTIA
The CompTIA Network+ certification verifies that the successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to:
Exam Description
- Establish network connectivity by deploying wired and wireless devices
- Understand and maintain network documentation
- Understand the purpose of network services, basic data center, cloud and virtual networking concepts
- Monitor network activity, identifying performance and availability issues
- Implement network hardening techniques
- Manage, configure and troubleshoot network infrastructure
What to know about the Exam
| Number of Questions: | Maximum of 90 questions |
| Type of Questions: | Multiple choice and performance-based |
| Length of Test: | 90 Minutes |
| Passing Score: | 720 (on a scale of 100-900) |
| Recommended: Experience: | CompTIA A+ Certification and a minimum of 9 to 12 months of hands-on experience working in a junior network administrator/network support technician job role |
| Languages: | English |
| Retirement : | Generally three years after launch |
| Testing Provider : | Pearson VUE |
Course fee: R
Course Deposit fee: R
Monthly instalment option: R
COMPTIA NETWORK+ PROVES YOU HAVE THE SKILLS REQUIRED TO MANAGE TODAY’S NETWORKS
What Skills Will You Learn?
Networking Fundamentals
Explain basic networking concepts including network services, physical connections, topologies and architecture, and cloud connectivity
Network Security
Explain security concepts and network attacks in order to harden networks against threats
Network Implementations
Explain routing technologies and networking devices; deploy ethernet solutions and configure wireless technologies
Network Troubleshooting
Troubleshoot common cable, connectivity and software issues related to networking
Network Operations
Monitor and optimize networks to ensure business continuit
Global Certification
SAQA Accreditation
Blended Learning
Capstone Projects
Industry Readiness
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