Tactical Security Inc.
Network+ Outline

The CompTIA Network+ certification preparation course is ideal for entry-level and experienced network administrators and engineers desiring to build skills and become more proficient at designing, maintaining and troubleshooting communication networks.  This course is designed to help individuals prepare for and to be successful when taking the CompTIA Network+ certification exam. New job positions are being filled with Network+ certified technicians and employees holding Network + certifications are more likely promoted than un-certified individuals.

Tactical Security’s 5 day Network+ certification preparation course blends instructor led training with hands – on labs to allow the students to learn the concepts and to actually do the work.  Our instructors have many years of experience working in the IT industry and are TSI certified professional trainers.  It is this knowledge and skill set that will allow them to pass on their real world expertise and propel you into success.  Keeping our lab equipment current ensures that the students will practice on the same equipment and operating systems used in the field today.

1.       Introduction and the OSI model

a.       Course Schedule

b.       OSI Model

2.       Media and Topologies

a.       Physical VS Logical

b.       Networking Technologies

c.        Connectors and their Uses

d.       Network Components

e.        Wireless Technologies

f.        Wireless Interference

3.       Protocols and Standards

a.       MAC Addressing

b.       OSI and Hardware

c.        Network Protocol Suites

4.       Protocols and Standards (cont.)

a.       IP Addressing

b.       IP Addressing Methods

c.        TCP/IP Protocols

d.       TCP and UDP Port Numbers

5.       WAN and Remote Connectivity

a.       WAN Technologies

b.       Internet Access Technologies

c.        Remote Access Protocols and Services

6.       Authentication and Encryption

a. Security Protocols

b. Authentication Protocols

7.       Network Implementation

a.       Server Operating Systems

b.       Client Network Connectivity Requirements

c.        Wiring Tools

d.       Remote Connectivity Scenarios

e.        Security Implementation

f.        Intranets and Extranets

g.        Antivirus Software

h.       Fault Tolerance

i.         Disaster Recovery

8.       Network Support

a.       Troubleshooting Utilities

b.       Identify When, Where and How to use Troubleshooting Utilites

c.        Troubleshoot Client/Server Scenarios between:

d.       Troubleshoot Scenarios Involving Services

e.        Identify Hardware Problems

f.        Utilize the Eight Troubleshooting Steps