About this course
The CompTIA Network+ (N10-008) course is designed to provide comprehensive knowledge and skills required for building, managing, and troubleshooting networks. This course covers the latest networking technologies, protocols, and best practices, preparing students for the CompTIA Network+ certification exam. Through a combination of theoretical instruction, hands-on labs, and real-world scenarios, students will develop proficiency in network design, implementation, configuration, and troubleshooting.
Course Modules:
Module 1: Introduction to Networking
- Networking concepts and terminology
- Network topologies and architectures
- OSI and TCP/IP models
- Ethernet and wireless standards
Module 2: Network Infrastructure
- Network devices and components
- Switching and routing concepts
- LAN and WAN technologies
- Network cabling and connectors
Module 3: IP Addressing and Subnetting
- IPv4 and IPv6 addressing
- Subnetting and supernetting
- IP address allocation and management
- Subnet masks and CIDR notation
Module 4: Network Protocols and Services
- TCP/IP suite protocols (DNS, DHCP, HTTP, etc.)
- Transport layer protocols (TCP, UDP)
- Application layer protocols (FTP, SMTP, SNMP, etc.)
- Network services and ports
Module 5: Network Security
- Common network security threats and vulnerabilities
- Network access control methods
- Firewalls, VPNs, and IDS/IPS
- Wireless network security
Module 6: Network Operations and Troubleshooting
- Network monitoring and optimization
- Network performance tuning
- Troubleshooting network issues
- Network documentation and diagrams
Module 7: Network Architecture and Design
- Network design principles and models
- VLANs and inter-VLAN routing
- Wireless network design considerations
- Remote access technologies
Module 8: Cloud Computing and Virtualization
- Cloud computing concepts and services
- Virtualization technologies and hypervisors
- Network considerations in cloud and virtual environments
- Software-defined networking (SDN) basics
Module 9: Network Management
- Network management protocols (SNMP, RMON)
- Configuration management and backup
- Fault management and incident response
- Network performance analysis
Module 10: Emerging Network Technologies
- Internet of Things (IoT) and its impact on networks
- Mobile networking and BYOD (Bring Your Own Device)
- Software-defined networking (SDN) and network virtualization
- Next-generation technologies and trends
