CompTIA Network+

Those wishing to qualify with CompTIA Network+ Certification for advanced level technical competency of network issues and technology. It is also suitable for PC support technicians wanting to improve their skills in support and administration.

Those with responsibility for installing, maintaining and troubleshooting local area networks, with particular emphasis on Microsoft Windows and Novell NetWare.

The CompTIA Server+ Certification is internationally recognised by many corporations and is particularly recommended for students who wish to progress to the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer qualification.

On course completion, successful students will be able to:

• Identify network topologies, cabling, connectors, and components
• Install and configure a network card and client software
• Identify network protocols and define the concepts of network layers
• Understand and implement the TCP/IP protocol
• Identify the features of network and client operating systems (Windows, NetWare, Linux, Mac OS)
• Configure remote and wireless network connections
• Configure user and security settings for an operating system
• Use test equipment to troubleshoot network connectivity

Delegates should have completed the A+ Essentials and Electives courses, plus have six months to one year of post A+ Certification support experience. Delegates should also have extensive experience of supporting end-users and PC-based systems.

Network types, functions and models

Cards and cabling

Networking technologies

Network Protocols

Extending Networks

Client/Server Communication Layers

Remote Connectivity

Network Security

Test equipment for LANS and WANS

This course prepares delegates for the CompTIA Network+ exam (N10-003).

The exam does not form part of the course.