Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
• Identify the basic network theory concepts.
• Identify the major network communications methods.
• Describe network media and hardware components.
• Identify the major types of network implementations.
• Identify the components of a TCP/IP network implementation.
• Identify TCP/IP addressing and data delivery methods.
• Identify the major services deployed on TCP/IP networks.
• Identify the components of a LAN implementation.
• Identify the infrastructure of a WAN implementation.
• Identify the components of a remote network implementation.
• Identify the major issues and methods to secure systems on a network.
• Identify the major issues and technologies in network security.
• Identify network security threats and attacks.
• Identify the tools, methods, and techniques used in managing a network.
• Describe troubleshooting of issues on a network.

1 - Network Theory
• Networking Terminology
• Network Categories
• Standard Network Models
• Physical Network Topologies
• Logical Network Topologies

2 - Network Communications Methods
• Data Transmission Methods
• Media Access Methods
• Signaling Methods

3 - Network Media and Hardware
• Bounded Network Media
• Unbounded Network Media
• Noise Control
• Network Connectivity Devices

4 - Network Implementations
• Ethernet Networks
• Wireless Networks

5 - Networking Models
• The OSI Model
• The TCP/IP Model

6 - TCP/IP Addressing and Data Delivery
• The TCP/IP Protocol Suite
• IP Addressing
• Default IP Addressing Schemes
• Create Custom IP Addressing Schemes
• Implement IPv6 Addresses
• Delivery Techniques

7 - TCP/IP Services
• Assign IP Addresses
• Domain Naming Services
• TCP/IP Commands
• Common TCP/IP Protocols
• TCP/IP Interoperability Services

8 - LAN Infrastructure
• Switching
• Enable Static Routing
• Implement Dynamic IP Routing
• Virtual LANs
• Plan a SOHO Network

9 - WAN Infrastructure
• WAN Transmission Technologies
• WAN Connectivity Methods
• Voice over Data Transmission

10 - Remote Networking
• Remote Network Architectures
• Remote Access Networking Implementations
• Virtual Private Networking
• VPN Protocols

11 - System Security
• Computer Security Basics
• System Security Tools
• Authentication Methods
• Encryption Methods

12 - Network Security
• Network Perimeter Security
• Intrusion Detection and Prevention
• Protect Network Traffic Using IPSec

13 - Network Security Threats and Attacks
• Network-Based Security Threats and Attacks
• Apply Threat Mitigation Techniques
• Educate Users

14 - Network Management
• Network Monitoring
• Configuration Management Documentation
• Network Performance Optimization

15 - Network Troubleshooting
• Network Troubleshooting Models
• Network Troubleshooting Utilities
• Hardware Troubleshooting Tools
• Common Connectivity Issues

This course is intended for entry-level computer support professionals with a basic knowledge of computer hardware, software, and operating systems to prepare for the CompTIA® Network+® (Exam N10-007), or who wish to increase their knowledge and understanding of networking concepts and acquire the required skills to prepare for a career in network support or administration.
Tier 1 & 2 Support Personnel seeking IAT-1 certification to fulfill the DoD 8570.1 Directive

5 Days