CompTIA Network+ 2009 Curriculum Outline
CompTIA Network+ 2009: Network Fundamentals
Overview/Description
The physical and logical shape of a network is called the topology. Topologies have a great deal to do with how a network communicates and even what devices and media can be used on the network. As well, the scope of a network, for example, if it’s a LAN, MAN, or WAN, can have an impact on the type of topology chosen for implementation on the network. This course covers the basic devices used in a network, such as servers, workstations, and hosts, and focuses on the different logical and physical topologies that networks can be based on. The course explores network architectures, including Ethernet, broadband, and XBasex technologies, and also examines access methods such as CSMA/CD and broadcast. In addition, the various scopes that can have a bearing on the type of topology put into operation are explained. This course maps to the CompTIA Network+ 2009 exam objectives for identifying physical and logical topologies, and categorizing LAN technology types and properties.
Target Audience
The audience for CompTIA Network+ 2009 training will comprise IT personnel with at least 9 months IT networking experience. Good computer literacy along with a sound technical acumen should be present. Students looking to acquire job skills, and to be trained specifically to pass the associated CompTIA Network+ (2009 Edition) certification exam will want to study this learning path.
Prerequisites
CompTIA’s A+ credential is a recommended, although not mandatory, prerequisite.
Expected Duration (hours)
2.0
Lesson Objectives
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CompTIA Network+ 2009: Network Components
Overview/Description
In order for devices on a network to communicate, some type of medium has to be in place. Types of communication media include physical cable, copper or fiber optic, and can also refer to radio waves, such as in the case of wireless networks. This course covers the different standards that apply to network media and the types of media that can be used on a network, for instance twisted pair copper, coaxial, or fiber optic, as well as the connectors and other hardware required to allow the media to function correctly. Also, the logical operations of network media, for example transmission speeds, duplexing, and frequency, is explained. This course also describes how to install network media and how to verify that the installation is correct. This course maps to the CompTIA Network+ 2009 exam objectives for categorizing standard cable types and their properties and identifying common connector types. Exam objectives for differentiating and implementing appropriate wiring standards given a specific scenario, and installing components of wiring distribution are also covered in this course.
Target Audience
The audience for CompTIA Network+ 2009 training will comprise IT personnel with at least 9 months IT networking experience. Good computer literacy along with a sound technical acumen should be present. Students looking to acquire job skills, and to be trained specifically to pass the associated CompTIA Network+ (2009 Edition) certification exam will want to study this learning path.
Prerequisites
CompTIA’s A+ credential is a recommended, although not mandatory, prerequisite.
Expected Duration (hours)
1.5
Lesson Objectives
CompTIA Network+ 2009: Network Components
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CompTIA Network+ 2009: Network Devices
Overview/Description
There are a variety of devices that are used on a network. Depending on the design and requirements of the network, the choice of devices put in place will vary. Some devices, such as routers and switches, will be found on almost every network, while other devices, such as wireless access points and content switches, are more specialized and will only be present if the needs of the network mandate them. This course describes network devices from the user level, which includes network interface cards, firewalls, and modems, to network level devices, such as routers, switches, and bridges. It also explains the logical operation of these devices and introduces some of the more specialized hardware and software that might be found in networks. This course maps to CompTIAs Network+ (2009) exam objectives for installing, configuring, and differentiating between common network devices. It also covers identifying the functions of specialized network devices and explaining the advanced features of a switch.
Target Audience
The audience for CompTIA Network+ 2009 training will comprise IT personnel with at least 9 months IT networking experience. Good computer literacy along with a sound technical acumen should be present. Students looking to acquire job skills, and to be trained specifically to pass the associated CompTIA Network+ (2009 Edition) certification exam will want to study this learning path.
Expected Duration (hours)
1.5
Lesson Objectives
CompTIA Network+ 2009: Network Devices
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CompTIA Network+ 2009: Network Protocols
Overview/Description
In the late 1970s, those people working in the computer networking field felt that there was a need for a set of standards that could be used by anyone designing and developing applications and services that would need to communicate across a network. The Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model was designed to meet this need. The OSI model is a set of communication standards, or protocols, that enable devices and applications to communicate with each other, regardless of their origin. These protocols are sets of formal rules that govern communication and allow developers to design applications or devices that can communicate with other designers products without the need for direct collaboration between them. In this course, the OSI model is explained as is a wide range of protocols, including those that are part of the TCP/IP suite of protocols. The protocols are the foundation of networking and without them there would be no network and no Internet. This course maps to CompTIAs Network+ (2009) exam objective explain the function of each layer of the OSI model and for explaining the function of common networking protocols and identifying commonly used TCP and UDP default ports.
Target Audience
The audience for CompTIA Network+ 2009 training will comprise IT personnel with at least 9 months IT networking experience. Good computer literacy along with a sound technical acumen should be present. Students looking to acquire job skills, and to be trained specifically to pass the associated CompTIA Network+ (2009 Edition) certification exam will want to study this learning path.
Prerequisites
CompTIA’s A+ credential is a recommended, although not mandatory, prerequisite.
Expected Duration (hours)
3.0
Lesson Objectives
CompTIA Network+ 2009: Network Protocols
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CompTIA Network+ 2009: Wide Area Networks
Overview/Description
Wide Area Networks, or WANs, came about in 1965. WANs are defined as computer networks that cover a broad geographical area and use routers and public links to connect unrelated networks with each other. WANs differ from local area networks (LANs) in several ways. For instance, while LANs are typically owned by a single company or enterprise, WANs are a collaboration of a number of unrelated organizations and entities. As well, WANs generally have lower speed links than LANs and utilize a different set of technologies. This course describes how WANs function and the components that make them work. This course also covers the different types of WANs, including broadband technologies such as xDSL, cable systems. Also explored are some of the newer WAN technologies that are finding acceptance, such as line of sight wireless and satellite. This course maps to CompTIAs Network+ (2009) exam objectives to categorize WAN technology types and properties.
Target Audience
The audience for CompTIA Network+ 2009 training will comprise IT personnel with at least 9 months IT networking experience. Good computer literacy along with a sound technical acumen should be present. Students looking to acquire job skills, and to be trained specifically to pass the associated CompTIA Network+ (2009 Edition) certification exam will want to study this learning path.
Prerequisites
CompTIA’s A+ credential is a recommended, although not mandatory, prerequisite.
Expected Duration (hours)
1.5
Lesson Objectives
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CompTIA Network+ 2009: Wireless Networks
Overview/Description
Wireless networks are one of the fasting growing sectors in networking today. The convenience and simplicity of wireless technology contributed to its explosive growth over the last few years. However, with popularity comes problems. Stability, interoperability, and security are just some of the issues that must be addressed when considering or implementing wireless networks. This course introduces the 802.11x wireless standards and describes the components of basic wireless networks. This course also describes how to implement wireless networks while ensuring security, stability, and interoperability between the various standards available today. The course will also look at what the future may hold for wireless networking. This course maps to CompTIAs Network+ (2009) exam objectives for the characteristics of wireless communication standards, security standards, and the devices and procedures for implementing a basic wireless network.
Target Audience
The audience for CompTIA Network+ 2009 training will comprise IT personnel with at least 9 months IT networking experience. Good computer literacy along with a sound technical acumen should be present. Students looking to acquire job skills, and to be trained specifically to pass the associated CompTIA Network+ (2009 Edition) certification exam will want to study this learning path.
Expected Duration (hours)
1.5
Lesson Objectives
CompTIA Network+ 2009: Wireless Networks
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CompTIA Network+ 2009: Network Addressing
Overview/Description
In order for devices to be part of a network, each must have at least one unique address. All network devices have a hardware address but communication is enabled through the use of logical addresses, most commonly IP addresses. This course describes the two most common types of network addresses – MAC addresses and IP addresses. The details of IP addressing including how they are assigned, the different classes and how IP addressing is configured is explained along with the ways in which the shortage of IPv4 addresses is being dealt with. Solutions to the IP address shortage including the development and implementation of IPv6, network address translation, and Classless Inter-domain Routing (CIDR) is covered. This course also explains what subnetting is and how it is used to segment and organize networks. This course maps to CompTIAs Network+ (2009) exam objectives to evaluate the proper use of addressing technologies and addressing schemes.
Target Audience
The audience for CompTIA Network+ 2009 training will comprise IT personnel with at least 9 months IT networking experience. Good computer literacy along with a sound technical acumen should be present. Students looking to acquire job skills, and to be trained specifically to pass the associated CompTIA Network+ (2009 Edition) certification exam will want to study this learning path.
Expected Duration (hours)
1.5
Lesson Objectives
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CompTIA Network+ 2009: Routing
Overview/Description
Routing is the process of selection of paths over which to send network traffic. Routing paths are selected by a number of criteria, including cost, administrative distance, and available bandwidth. Evaluation of the criteria is generally performed by routers, which is known as dynamic routing, although paths can also be selected manually, which is known as static routing. This course covers many of the routing concepts, including dynamic and static routing, as well as the criteria used to make path selection decisions. As well, this course examines the dynamic protocols used in routing, such as RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP. IPv6, which has some unique routing characteristics and uses its own dynamic routing protocols, is also examined. This course maps to the CompTIA Network+ 2009 exam objectives to identify common IPv4 and IPv6 routing protocols and to explain the purpose and properties of routing.
Target Audience
The audience for CompTIA Network+ 2009 training will comprise IT personnel with at least 9 months IT networking experience. Good computer literacy along with a sound technical acumen should be present. Students looking to acquire job skills, and to be trained specifically to pass the associated CompTIA Network+ (2009 Edition) certification exam will want to study this learning path.
Prerequisites
CompTIA’s A+ credential is a recommended, although not mandatory, prerequisite.
Expected Duration (hours)
1.0
Lesson Objectives
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CompTIA Network+ 2009: Managing and Monitoring the Network
Overview/Description
The task of managing and monitoring a network falls to the network administrator. In order to do a thorough job, administrators need to be aware of the processes, procedures, and tools that they can and should use in order to accomplish their goals. Proper management and monitoring of a network can forestall many problems that commonly occur in a network environment as well as make troubleshooting problems that do arise that much easier. This course describes how to document and diagram the network environment and the procedures that should be in place to ensure that all documentation is up to date. In addition, the tools that network administrators can use to gather the information they need to create their documentation and to build policies and procedures is also covered. This course maps the CompTIAs Network+ 2009 objectives that cover using network monitoring to identify performance and connectivity issue, procedures for evaluating the network based on configuration management documentation, and identifying the types of management documentation used in a network environment.
Target Audience
The audience for CompTIA Network+ 2009 training will comprise IT personnel with at least 9 months IT networking experience. Good computer literacy along with a sound technical acumen should be present. Students looking to acquire job skills, and to be trained specifically to pass the associated CompTIA Network+ (2009 Edition) certification exam will want to study this learning path.
Prerequisites
CompTIA’s A+ credential is a recommended, although not mandatory, prerequisite.
Expected Duration (hours)
2.0
Lesson Objectives
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CompTIA Network+ 2009: Troubleshooting the Network
Overview/Description
Even in the best designed and managed networks, problems will arise. Knowing the proper troubleshooting methodology and being familiar with the many tools – both software and hardware – available to troubleshoot network issues will make the task of finding and solving problems that much easier. This course describes basic troubleshooting practices, including the steps for information gathering and documentation, to use to solve all sorts of issues. Common issues that can occur in modern networks are outlined along with many of the different hardware and software tools that can be used to find and resolve issues are explained. This course maps to the CompTIAs Network+ 2009 objectives that cover implementing a network troubleshooting methodology given a specific scenario, as well as the objective for troubleshooting common connectivity issues, selecting and using the appropriate tool, and applying and documenting the final solution.
Target Audience
The audience for CompTIA Network+ 2009 training will comprise IT personnel with at least 9 months IT networking experience. Good computer literacy along with a sound technical acumen should be present. Students looking to acquire job skills, and to be trained specifically to pass the associated CompTIA Network+ (2009 Edition) certification exam will want to study this learning path.
Expected Duration (hours)
2.0
Lesson Objectives
CompTIA Network+ 2009: Troubleshooting the Network
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CompTIA Network+ 2009: Network Security
Overview/Description
The need for network security has grown immensely in recent years and as a consequence, security technologies have grown as well. Security technologies can take the form of protocols, applications, and hardware devices, and many, if not all, of these things can be found in today’s enterprise networks as well as most home networks. This course focuses on the threats facing todays networks and information, and the steps administrators can take to mitigate these issues. It also explores the processes and procedures that should be in place to prevent security breaches and to recover from threats that get past network defenses. In addition, types of security software, such as antivirus and anti-spyware scanners are covered, along with the various protocols and services, such as SSH and SSL, used in an overall network security system. Also described are basic security procedures including policy creation, user training, and software patching and updating. This course maps to the CompTIA Network+ (2009) exam objectives for explaining the function of hardware and software security devices and the issues that affect device security, explaining common features of a firewall, explaining the methods of network access security and user authentication, and identifying common security threats and mitigation techniques.
Target Audience
The audience for CompTIA Network+ 2009 training will comprise IT personnel with at least 9 months IT networking experience. Good computer literacy along with a sound technical acumen should be present. Students looking to acquire job skills, and to be trained specifically to pass the associated CompTIA Network+ (2009 Edition) certification exam will want to study this learning path.
Expected Duration (hours)
2.5
Lesson Objectives
CompTIA Network+ 2009: Network Security
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CompTIA Network+ Certification
CompTIA Network+ validates the knowledge and skills of networking professionals. It is an international, vendor-neutral certification
that recognizes a technician's ability to describe the features and functions of networking components and to install, configure and
troubleshoot basic networking hardware, protocols and services. Although not a prerequisite, it is recommended that CompTIA Network+
candidates have at least nine months of experience in network support or administration or adequate training, along with a CompTIA A+
certification.
The demand for skilled network support professionals continues to grow, and CompTIA Network+ is a valuable credential to help start or enhance a networking career. In fact, many IT certifications integrate CompTIA Network+ into their curriculums. Microsoft added CompTIA Network+ into their Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) program, and other corporations such as Novell, Cisco, HP, Lotus and 3Com also recognize CompTIA Network+ as part of their certification tracks.
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CompTIA Network+ 2009 Exam N10-004:
CompTIA Network+ prepares networking professionals to earn vendor-neutral certifications in other areas of expertise. CompTIA Network+
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CompTIA Network+ 2009 Exam N10-004
