Course Description
These courses will help you prepare for exam as they aim to provide a solid understanding of networking concepts, operations, and procedures.
Sept. 12, 2020
Program Requirements
| Delivery | Online |
| Length | 2-4 weeks |
| VA Approved | GI Bill & VET-TEC |
| Certification | Network + |
Objectives
- Use the OSI model to determine the order protocols interact with each other
- Examine network configuration on your workstation and clearly understand the different components
- Identify the most important networking hardware and its purpose in the data network
- Know the different types of 802.11 wireless networks and where they are used
- Differentiate cabling types and how fiber optics are categorized for data network use
- Use the secure mechanism engineers employ to access network hardware
- Read network documentation
- Utilize appropriate tools to monitor the state of network devices
- Maintain a safe environment for networks
- Troubleshoot and track down network problems
Prerequisite
No prior experience is required, but concepts discussed throughout A+ is an advantage.
Course Content
Networking Concepts and Protocols
- Introduction to Networking
- The OSI Model
- Protocols and Port Numbers
- TCP and UDP
- Introduction to Binary and Hexadecimal
- Introduction to IP Addressing
- Subnetting Networks
- Introduction to IPv6
- Ethernet and Switching
- Switching Features
- Network Services
Introduction to Enterprise Network Infrastructure
- Wireless Technologies
- Physical Layer Technologies
- WAN Technologies
- Network Devices and Appliances
- Introduction to Virtualized Hardware
- Cloud Services
Network Management and Operations
- Network Documentation
- Disaster Recover and Business Continuity
- Network Monitoring
- Remote Network Management
- Policies and Best Practices
Network Security Basics
- Physical Security Devices
- Authentication and Access Controls
- Wireless Network Security
