Course description
CompTIA Network+ Certification (N10-007) Online Training Course
The brand new CompTIA Network+ N10-007 (2018) Certification is a worldwide recognized qualification which validates the skills of networking professionals. The qualification recognizes a technician's ability to describe the features and functions of network components and to manage, maintain, troubleshoot, install, operate and configure basic network infrastructure.This course makes sure the successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to implent a defined network architecture with basic network security. Furthermore, a successful candidate will be able to configure, maintain, and troubleshoot network devices using appropriate network tools and understand the features and purpose of network technologies. Candidates will be able to make basic solution recommendations, analyze network traffic, and be familiar with common protocols and media types.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
PrerequisitesStudents taking this course should meet the following pre-requisites:
- CompTIA A+ certification or equivalent experience
- At least 1 year of experience supporting TCP/IP networks
- Course Objectives
- By the end of this course, you will:
- Describe basic networking concepts
- Describe network infrastructure and explain how to deploy common network components
- Describe network operations and explain how to support a production network
- Describe network security concepts and explain how to implent basic network security
- Describe network troubleshooting and explain how to use common tools to troubleshoot a network
Outcome / Qualification etc.
Upon completion of your training course, you will receive a Certificate of completion displaying your full name, course completed as well as the date of completion. You can print this out or save it digitally to showcase your accomplishment.
Training Course Content
- Intro to networking
- Networking architectures
- Activity Basic Networking
1.2 OSI ModelYou will explain devices, applications, protocols, and services at their appropriate OSI layers.Topics:
- Layer 7 “ Application
- Layer 6 “ Presentation
- Layer 5 “ Session
- Layer 4 “ Transport
- Layer 3 “ Network
- Layer 2 “ Data Link
- Layer 1 “ Physical
- Activity Exploring the OSI Model
1.3 Protocols and PortsYou will explain the purposes and uses of ports and protocols.Topics:
- Protocols and ports overview
- Activity Examining Protocols and Ports
- Connection-oriented vs. connectionless
- Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)
- User Datagram Protocol (UDP)
- Activity Comparing TCP and UDP
- Internet Protocol (IP)
- Internet Control Messaging Protocol (ICMP)
- Internet Group Messaging Protocol (IGMP)
- Activity Examining the Lower Layer Protocols
- Layer 7 Rote Control Protocols
- Layer 7 File Transfer Protocols
- Layer 7 Messaging Protocols
- Activity Examining Messaging Protocols
- Layer 7 Web Traffic Protocols
- Layer 7 Streaming Media Protocols
- Layer 7 Infrastructure Managent Protocols
1.4 SwitchingYou will explain the concepts and characteristics of switching.Topics:
- Packet-switched vs. circuit-switched networks
- Properties of Network Traffic
- Contention Managent
- Activity Creating Collision and Broadcast Domains
- Interface Properties and Segmentation
- Activity Creating a Basic Network Segment
- Switching prt 2
- Activity Switching
- Switching Loop Managent
- Activity Managing Switching Loops
- VLANs
- Activity Creating VLANs
1.5 RoutingYou will explain the concepts and characteristics of routing.Topics:
- ARP
- Activity Examining ARP
- IP Addressing Basics
- Activity Configuring IP
- Routers
- Activity Setting Up a Router
- Routing Basics
- Activity Adding Static Routes
- VLAN Routing
- Activity Routing Between VLANs
- NAT/PAT
- Activity Configuring NAT/PAT
- Routing Protocols
- Activity Configuring a Routing Protocol
- Firewalls
- Activity Configuring Firewalls
1.6 Advanced Switching and Routing ConceptsYou will explain advanced switching and routing concepts.Topics:
- IPv6 Concepts
- Activity Exploring IPv6
- Performance Concepts
- Distributed Switching
- Software-defined Networking
1.7 IP AddressingYou will, given a scenario, configure the appropriate IP addressing components.Topics:
- Public vs. Private
- Loopback and Reserved
- Subnet Mask
- Default Gateway
- Virtual IP
- Subnetting
- Activity Learning to Subnet
- Address Assignments
1.8 Network Types and TopologiesYou will compare and contrast the characteristics of network topologies, types and technologies.Topics:
- Wired Topologies
- Wireless Topologies
- Network Types
- Technologies that Facilitate the Internet Of Things (IoT)
- (No activity for this chapter)
1.9 Wireless TechnologiesYou will, given a scenario, implent the appropriate wireless technologies and configurations.Topics:
- Radio Basics
- 802.11 Standards
- Wi-Fi Frequencies
- Wi-Fi Antenna Concepts
- Bluetooth
- Cellular
- Site Surveys
- Activity Using an RF Spectrum Analyzer
1.10 Cloud ConceptsYou will summarize cloud concepts and their purposes.Topics:
- Types of Services
- Cloud Delivery Models
- Security Implications/Considerations
- Activity Exploring Cloud Services
1.11 Network ServicesYou will explain the functions of network services.Topics:
- DNS Service
- Activity Setting up DNS
- DHCP Service
- Activity Setting Up DHCP
- NTP
- IPAM
Infrastructure2.1 Cabling SolutionsYou will, given a scenario, deploy the appropriate cabling solution.Topics:
- Media Types
- Activity Testing a Fiber Optic Cable
- Plenum vs. PVC
- Connector Types
- Activity Crimping on an RJ-45 Connector
- Transceivers
- Termination Points
- Activity Terminating Cable to a 110 Block
- Copper Cable Standards
- Copper Termination Standards
- Activity Creating a Crossover Cable
- Ethernet Deployment Standards
2.2 Network Device Placent and InstallationYou will, given a scenario, determine the appropriate placent of networking devices on a network and install/configure th.Topics:
- Network Interface
- Repeater
- Hub
- Bridge
- Switch
- Router
- Mod
- Wireless Access Point
- Activity Setting up a WAP
- Firewall
- Media Converter
- Wireless Range Extender
- VoIP Endpoint
2.3 Advanced Network DevicesYou will explain the purposes and use cases for advanced networking devices.Topics:
- Multilayer Switch
- Wireless Controller
- Load Balancer
- IDS/IPS
- Proxy Server
- Activity Configuring Proxy Settings
- VPN Concentrator
- AAA/RADIUS Server
- UTM Appliance
- NGFW/Layer 7 Firewall
- VoIP PBX
- VoIP Gateway
- Content Filter
2.4 Virtualization and Network Storage TechnologiesYou will explain the purposes of virtualization and network storage technologies.Topics:
- Virtual Networking Components
- Network Storage Types
- Connection Types
- Jumbo Frames
- (No activity for this chapter)
2.5 WAN TechnologiesYou will compare and contrast WAN technologies.Topics:
- Service Types
- Transmission Mediums
- Characteristics of Service
- Activity Configuring WAN Links
- Termination
Module 3 “ Network Operations3.1 DocumentationYou will, given a scenario, use appropriate documentation and diagrams to manage the network.Topics:
- Diagram Symbols
- Standard Operating Procedures/Work Instructions
- Logical vs. Physical Diagrams
- Rack Diagrams
- Change Managent Documentation
- Wiring and Port Locations
- IDF/MDF Documentation
- Labeling
- Network Configuration and Performance Baselines
- Inventory Managent
- Activity Using Documentation
3.2 Business Continuity and Disaster RecoveryYou will compare and contrast business continuity and disaster recovery concepts.Topics:
- Availability Concepts
- Recovery
- Activity Backing Up Your Data
- MTTR
- MTBF
- SLA Requirents
3.3 Scanning, Monitoring, and PatchingYou will explain common scanning, monitoring and patching processes and summarize their expected outputs.Topics:
- Processes
- Event Managent
- SNMP Monitors
- Metrics
- Activity Testing the Network
3.4 Rote Access MethodsYou will, given a scenario, use rote access methods.Topics:
- VPN
- RDP
- SSH
- VNC
- Telnet
- HTTPS/Managent URL
- Rote File Access
- Out-of-Band Managent
- Activity Making Rote Connections
3.5 Policies and Best PracticesYou will identify policies and best practices.Topics:
- Privileged User Agreent
- Password Policy
- On-boarding/Off-boarding Procedures
- Licensing Restrictions
- International Export Controls
- Data Loss Prevention
- Rote Access Policies
- Incident Response Policies
- BYOD
- AUP
- NDA
- Syst Life Cycle
- Safety Procedures And Policies
- Activity Creating Policies and Procedures
Module 4 “ Network Security4.1 Physical Security DevicesYou will summarize the purposes of physical security devices.Topics:
- Detection
- Prevention
- (No activity for this chapter)
4.2 Authentication and Access ControlYou will explain authentication and access controls.Topics:
- Authorization, Authentication, and Accounting
- Multifactor Authentication
- Access Control
- Activity Examining Access Control Mechanisms
4.3 Basic Wireless Network SecurityYou will, given a scenario, secure a basic wireless network.Topics:
- WPA
- WPA2
- TKIP-RC4
- CCMP-AES
- Authentication and Authorization
- Geofencing
- Activity Donstrating the Need for Wireless Security
4.4 Common Network AttacksYou will summarize common networking attacks.Topics:
- DoS
- Social Engineering
- Insider Threat
- Logic Bomb
- Rogue Access Point
- Evil Twin
- War-driving
- Phishing
- Ransomware
- DNS Poisoning
- ARP Poisoning
- Spoofing
- Deauthentication
- Brute Force
- VLAN Hopping
- Man-in-the-Middle
- Exploits vs. Vulnerabilities
- Activity Conducting a Phishing Attack
4.5 Network Device HardeningYou will, given a scenario, implent network device hardening.Topics:
- Changing Default Credentials
- Avoiding Common Passwords
- File Hashing
- Generating New Keys
- Activity Supporting Secure Authentication and Encryption
- Upgrading Firmware
- Patching and Updates
- Disabling Unnecessary Services
- Using Secure Protocols
- Disabling Unused Ports
4.6 Common Mitigation TechniquesYou will explain common mitigation techniques and their purposes.Topics:
- Signature Managent
- Device Hardening
- Change Native VLAN
- Switchport Protection
- Network Segmentation
- Privileged User Account
- File Integrity Monitoring
- Role Separation
- Restricting Access Via ACLs
- Honeypot/Honeynet
- Penetration Testing
- Activity Implenting a Honeypot
Module 5 “ Network Troubleshooting and Tools5.1 Network Troubleshooting MethodologyYou will explain the network troubleshooting methodology.Topics:
- Identify the Probl
- Establish a Theory of Probable Cause
- Test the Theory to Determine the Cause
- Establish a Plan of Action to Resolve the Probl and Identify Potential Effects
- Implent the Solution or Escalate as Necessary
- Verify Full Syst Functionality and , if Applicable, Implent Preventive Measures
- Document Findings, Actions, and Outcomes
- (No activity for this chapter)
5.2 Using the Appropriate ToolYou will, given a scenario, use the appropriate tool.Topics:
- Hardware Tools “ Basic Hand Held
- Hardware Tools “ Analyzers
- Activity Troubleshooting with Hardware Tools
- Software Tools “ Testers and Analyzers
- Activity Troubleshooting with Software Tools
- Software Tools “ Command Line
- Activity Using Command Line Tools
5.3 Troubleshoot Wired Connectivity and PerformanceYou will, given a scenario, troubleshoot common wired connectivity and performance issues.Topics:
- Signal Issues:
- Attenuation
- Latency
- Jitter
- Crosstalk
- I
- Activity Troubleshooting Signal Probls
- Physical Issues:
- Open/short
- Incorrect pin-out
- Incorrect Cable Type
- Bad Port
- Damaged cable
- Bent pins
- Transceiver Issues:
- Transceiver mismatch
- TX/RX reverse
- Duplex/speed mismatch
- Activity Troubleshooting Transceiver Probls
- Traffic Flow Issues:
- Bottleneck
- VLAN mismatch
- Network connection LED status indicators
5.4 Troubleshoot Wireless Connectivity and PerformanceYou will, given a scenario, troubleshoot common wireless connectivity and performance issues.Topics:
- Signal Loss:
- Attenuation
- Reflection
- Refraction
- Absorption
- Latency & Jitter
- Antenna Issues:
- Incorrect antenna type
- Incorrect antenna placent
- Incorrect WAP type
- WAP Issues:
- Interference
- Channel overlap
- Overcapacity
- Distance limitations
- Frequency mismatch
- Power levels
- Signal-to-noise ratio
- WAP Misconfiguration:
- Wrong SSID
- Wrong passphrase
- Security type mismatch
- Activity Troubleshooting WAP Issues
5.5 Troubleshoot Common Network Service IssuesYou will, given a scenario, troubleshoot common network service issues.Topics:
- Common Network Issues:
- Physical Connectivity
- Incorrect IP Address
- Incorrect Gateway
- Incorrect Netmask
- Names Not Resolving
- Untrusted SSL Certificate
- DHCP Issues:
- Duplicate IP Addresses
- Expired IP Address
- Rogue DHCP
- Exhausted DHCP Scope
- Firewall/ACL Issues:
- Blocked TCP/UDP Ports
- Incorrect Host-based Firewall Settings
- Incorrect ACL Settings
- Advanced Network Issues:
- DNS Server Issues
- Duplicate MAC Addresses
- Incorrect Time
- Unresponsive Service
- Hardware Failure
- Activity Case Study: Troubleshooting an Unusual
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