CompTIA Network +

Instructor Led (4 Days)

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Introduction

Based on Windows Server 2003, this course covers the full range of skills and concepts students need to learn, such as basic networking concepts and configurations, the OSI model, working with network-related hardware, network configuration with TCP/IP, network operating system basics, fault tolerance and backup issues, and troubleshooting hardware and software problems.

Audience

This course is designed for network system administrators who are preparing for the current CompTIA Network+ exam and students that are building their IT skills in preparation for entering the IT field.

Prerequisites

To ensure your success in this course, we recommend that you know how to complete the following tasks: Start up and shut down the computer. Log on to a computer or computer network.Run applications.Move, copy, delete, and rename files in Windows Explorer.Browse and search for information on the Internet.Send and receive email. Basic knowledge of computing concepts, including: The difference between hardware and software. The functions of software components such as the operating system, applications, and file system.The function of a computer network.

You can obtain this level of skills and knowledge by taking any of the following courses:

• Introduction to Personal Computers Using Windows 98

• Introduction to Personal Computers Using Windows 2000

• Introduction to Personal Computers Using Windows XP

Although it is not a requirement, it is strongly recommended that you take A+ Certification: Core Hardware and OS prior to taking this course.

It is also strongly recommended that you have a minimum of six months experience working with computers.

Exams

COMPTIA Network +

At Course Completion

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Discuss basic networking concepts, including network types, network operating systems, server types, topologies, and planning in network design.
• Explain the significance of the OSI Model, label the seven layers of the OSI Model, and describe the services provided by each layer of the OSI Model.
• Discuss network adapter configuration, NDIS and ODI models, and troubleshoot network adapter problems.
• Discuss network adapter configuration, NDIS and ODI models, and troubleshoot network adapter problems.
• Discuss the concept of protocols and channel access methods, and discuss transport, remote access, and security protocols.
• Illustrate the basic properties, purpose, and functionality of network cabling, identify the characteristics and appropriate implementation techniques for various types of cables and connectors, and discuss Ethernet, Token Ring, and other devices.
• Discuss internetworking, describe and contrast the functions of bridges, switches, and routers, and discuss routing protocols.
• Describe the properties, benefits, and potential issues involved with POTS, ISDN, cable modem, xDSL, satellite, and wireless remote access methods, configure Windows XP/Server 2003 with a modem, establish a dial-up network connection by using Windows XP/Server2003, discuss Remote Access Service (RAS) and remote access clients, and discuss WAN connectivity.
• Discuss the environmental factors that affect computer networks, define physical and logical indicators of network trouble, identify the function of common network tools, and discuss the science of troubleshooting.
• Discuss the evolution of TCP/IP and the fundamentals of TCP/IP.

Course Materials

Students are provided a complete Network+ kit with textbooks, software, and course cards. Comes with CertBlaster and MeasureUp exam prep software and a companion Thomson NETg e-Learning (CBT) program.

Course Outline

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