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Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for entry-level computer support professionals with a basic knowledge of computer hardware, software, and operating systems 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, or who wish to prepare for the CompTIA Network+ certification. CompTIA Network+ is the first certification IT professionals specializing in network administration and support should earn. Network+ is aimed at IT professionals with job roles such as network administrator, network technician, network installer, help desk technician, and IT cable installer. This course is also designed for students who are seeking the CompTIA Network+ certification and who want to prepare for the CompTIA Network+ N10-008 Certification Exam. Overview In this course, you will describe the major networking technologies and systems of modern networks and configure, manage, and troubleshoot modern networks. Explain the OSI and TCP/IP Models. Explain properties of network traffic. Install and configure switched networks. Configure IP networks. Install and configure routed networks. Configure and monitor ports and protocols. Explain network application and storage issues. Monitor and troubleshoot networks. Explain network attacks and mitigations. Install and configure security devices. Explain authentication and access controls. Deploy and troubleshoot cabling solutions. Implement and troubleshoot wireless technologies. Compare and contrast WAN technologies. Use remote access methods. Identify site policies and best practices. CompTIA's Network+ certification is a foundation-level certification designed for IT professionals with around one year of experience, whose job role is focused on network administration. The CompTIA Network+ exam will certify the successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to troubleshoot, configure, and manage common network devices; establish basic network connectivity; understand and maintain network documentation; identify network limitations and weaknesses; and implement network security, standards, and protocols. The candidate will have a basic understanding of enterprise technologies, including cloud and virtualization technologies. The Official CompTIA© Network+© (Exam N10-008): will teach you the fundamental principles of installing, configuring, and troubleshooting network technologies and help you to progress a career in network administration. In this course, you will build on your existing user-level knowledge and experience with personal computer operating systems and networks to master the fundamental skills and concepts that you will need to use on the job in any type of networking career. Prerequisites CompTIA A+ Certification (Exams 220-1001 and 220-1002) 1 - Explaining the OSI and TCP/IP Models Topic A: Explain OSI Model Layers Topic B: Explain the TCP/IP Suite 2 - Explaining Properties of Network Traffic Topic A: Explain Media Types and Access Methods Topic B: Deploy Ethernet Standards Topic C: Configure and Monitor Network Interfaces 3 - Installing and Configuring Switched Networks Topic A: Install and Configure Hubs and Bridges Topic B: Install and Configure Switches Topic C: Compare and Contrast Network Topologies Topic D: Compare and Contrast Network Types 4 - Configuring IP Networks Topic A: Configure IPv4 Addressing Components Topic B: Test IP Interfaces with Command Line Tools Topic C: Configure IPv4 Subnets Topic D: Configure Private and Public IPv4 Addressing Schemes Topic E: Configure IPv6 Addressing Components Topic F: Configure DHCP Services 5 - Installing and Configuring Routed Networks Topic A: Explain Characteristics of Routing Topic B: Install and Configure Routers 6 - Configuring and Monitoring Ports and Protocols Topic A: Explain the Uses of Ports and Protocols Topic B: Use Port Scanners and Protocol Analyzers Topic C: Explain the Use of Name Resolution Services Topic D: Configure DNS and IPAM Services 7 - Explaining Network Application and Storage Services Topic A: Explain the Uses of Network Applications Topic B: Explain the Uses of Voice Services and Advanced Networking Devices Topic C: Explain the Uses of Virtualization and Network Storage Services Topic D: Summarize the Concepts of Cloud Services 8 - Monitoring and Troubleshooting Networks Topic A: Monitor Network Interfaces and Logs Topic B: Explain Network Troubleshooting Methodology Topic C: Troubleshoot Common Network Services Issues 9 - Explaining Networking Attacks and Mitigations Topic A: Summarize Common Networking Attacks Topic B: Explain the Characteristics of VLANs Topic C: Explain the Characteristics of NAT and Port Forwarding 10 - Installing and Configuring Security Devices Topic A: Install and Configure Firewalls and Proxies Topic B: Explain the Uses of IDS/IPS and UTM 11 - Explaining Authentication and Access Controls Topic A: Explain Authentication Controls and Attacks Topic B: Explain the Uses of Authentication Protocols and Directory Services Topic C: Explain the Uses of Port Security and NAC Topic D: Implement Network Device Hardening Topic E: Explain Patch Management and Vulnerability Scanning Processes 12 - Deploying and Troubleshooting Cabling Solutions Topic A: Deploy Structured Cabling Systems Topic B: Deploy Twisted Pair Cabling Solutions Topic C: Test and Troubleshoot Twisted Pair Cabling Solutions Topic D: Deploy Fiber Optic Cabling Solutions 13 - Implementing and Troubleshooting Wireless Technologies Topic A: Install and Configure Wireless Technologies Topic B: Troubleshoot Wireless Performance Issues Topic C: Secure and Troubleshoot Wireless Connectivity 14 - Comparing and Contrasting WAN Technologies Topic A: Compare and Contrast WAN Core Service Types Topic B: Compare and Contrast WAN Subscriber Service Types Topic C: Compare and Contrast WAN Framing Service Types Topic D: Compae and Contrast Wireless and IoT WAN Technologies 15 - Using Remote Access Methods Topic A: Use Remote Access VPNs Topic B: Use Remote Access Management Methods 16 - Identifying Site Policies and Best Practices Topic A: Manage Networks with Documentation and Diagrams Topic B: Summarize the Purposes of Physical Security Devices Topic C: Compare and Contrast Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Concepts Topic D: Identify Policies and Best Practices

This course bundle is ideal for anyone looking to establish their Cisco networking career. It consists of one Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification, one Cisco Certified DevNet Associate (CCDA) certification, and four Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP) certifications. Although there are no formal prerequisites to enrol on the CCNA, CCDA, or CCNP certification courses and sit the exams, learners should have a good foundation knowledge in networking. The newly retooled CCNA covers a breadth of topics, including: Network fundamentals Network access IP connectivity IP services Security fundamentals Automation and programmability Achieving CCNA certification is the first step in preparing for a career in networking technologies. To earn your CCNA certification, you only need to pass one exam – which covers a broad range of fundamentals for IT careers, based on the latest networking technologies. The Cisco Certified DevNet Associate certification validates your skills and knowledge in understanding and using APIs, Cisco platforms and development, application development and security, and infrastructure and automation. Ideally, DevNet Associates candidates also have one or more years of experience with software development including Python programming. The CCNP is the next level from the CCNA and CCDA. As with the CCNA, there are no formal prerequisites to enrol on the CCNP certification course and sit for the exams. Learners taking a CCNP course generally have an in-depth knowledge of networking, as well as a good understanding of Cisco technologies. The typical certification path for most learners would begin with either the CCDA or CCNA, then progress onto the CCNP. Learners need to pass two exams (one core exam and one concentration exam) in order to gain one CCNP certification. This course bundle includes the core exam and three concentration exams. Once a learner has passed the core exam, they can choose to specialise in one or all three of the CCNP concentration areas listed in this course. The core exam’s focus is based around implementing and operating Cisco enterprise network core technologies.

The Microsoft Certified Fundamentals, Associate, and Expert is a new breed of Microsoft certification. It is referred to as a ‘role-based certification’. According to Microsoft, role-based certifications show that individuals that possess them are keeping pace with today’s technical roles and requirements. They allow a learner to skill up and prove their expertise to employers and peers, plus get the recognition and opportunities they’ve earned.

This course bundle is ideal for anyone looking to establish their Cisco networking career. It consists of one Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification, and two Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP) certifications. Although there are no formal prerequisites to enrol on the CCNA certification course and sit for the exam, learners should have a good foundation knowledge in networking. The newly retooled CCNA covers a breadth of topics, including: Network fundamentals Network access IP connectivity IP services Security fundamentals Automation and programmability Achieving CCNA certification is the first step in preparing for a career in networking technologies. To earn your CCNA certification, you only need to pass one exam – which covers a broad range of fundamentals for IT careers, based on the latest networking technologies. The CCNP is the next level from the CCNA. As with the CCNA, there are no formal prerequisites to enrol on the CCNP certification course and sit for the exams. Learners taking a CCNP course generally have an in-depth knowledge of networking, as well as a good understanding of Cisco technologies. The typical certification path for most learners would begin with the CCNA, then progress onto the CCNP. Learners need to pass two exams (one core exam and one concentration exam) in order to gain a CCNP certification. This course bundle includes both exams. The core exam’s focus is based around implementing and operating Cisco enterprise network core technologies. The concentration exam’s focus for this particular bundle is around designing Cisco enterprise networks.

The Microsoft Certified Fundamentals, Associate, and Expert is a new breed of Microsoft certification. It is referred to as a ‘role-based certification’. According to Microsoft, role-based certifications show that individuals that possess them are keeping pace with today’s technical roles and requirements. They allow a learner to skill up and prove their expertise to employers and peers, plus get the recognition and opportunities they’ve earned

The Microsoft Certified Expert is a new breed of Microsoft certification. It is referred to as a ‘role-based certification’. According to Microsoft, role-based certifications show that individuals that possess them are keeping pace with today’s technical roles and requirements. They allow a learner to skill up and prove their expertise to employers and peers, plus get the recognition and opportunities they’ve earned.

The Microsoft Office Specialist is a globally recognised qualification. Having a Microsoft Office Specialist certification on your CV demonstrates that you have gained the necessary expertise to competently use Microsoft applications, giving you a competitive advantage when job hunting as well as in the workplace. It will significantly increase your confidence, skills and employability. It will serve to objectively validate your IT skills and assist in your advancement in your chosen career.

This course bundle is ideal for anyone looking to launch their Cisco networking career, specifically in Cisco cyber ops and security. It consists of one Cisco Certified Technician (CCT) certification in Routing and Switching, one Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification, one Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate certification, and one Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP) certifications, specialising in Cisco security. Although there are no formal prerequisites to enrol on the CCNA, or CCNP certification courses and sit the exams, learners should have a good foundation knowledge in networking. The Cisco Certified Technician Routing and Switching (CCT Routing and Switching) certification focuses on the skills required for onsite support and maintenance of Cisco routers, switches, and operating environments. It’s a great starting point if you’re new to Cisco networking. Technicians in this area must be able to identify Cisco router and switch models, accessories, cabling, and interfaces; understand the Cisco IOS Software operating modes and identify commonly found software; and be able to use the Cisco Command Line Interface (CLI) to connect and service products. Achieving CCT Routing and Switching certification is considered the best foundation for supporting other Cisco devices and systems. Earning the CCNA is usually the first ‘major’ certification step in preparing for a career in Cisco networking technologies. To earn your CCNA certification, you only need to pass one exam – which covers a broad range of fundamentals for IT careers, based on the latest networking technologies. The Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate certification program validates the day-today, tactical knowledge and skills that Security Operations Center (SOC) teams need to detect and respond to cyber security threats. The certification validates the fundamentals needed for associate-level job roles, with one exam and one training course to help you prepare. The exam and training cover knowledge and skills related to security concepts, security monitoring, host-based analysis, network intrusion analysis, and security policies and procedures. From a recognized provider of security solutions and certifications, the CyberOps Associate certification and training program is your pathway to a career in cyber security operations. The CCNP Security certification is designed to help you prove your skills in the ever-changing landscape of security technologies. The program prepares you for today’s professional-level job roles in security technologies. One of the industry’s most respected certifications, CCNP validates the core knowledge you need while providing the flexibility to choose a focus area. To earn your CCNP Security, you must pass two exams: a core exam and a concentration exam of your choice. This course bundle includes the core exam and concentration exam. The core exam’s focus is ‘Securing Networks with Cisco Firepower Technologies‘ – Cisco CCNP Security SNCF (Exam 300-710).

The Microsoft Certified Associate is a new breed of Microsoft certification. It is referred to as a ‘role-based certification’. According to Microsoft, role-based certifications show that individuals that possess them are keeping pace with today’s technical roles and requirements. They allow a learner to skill up and prove their expertise to employers and peers, plus get the recognition and opportunities they’ve earned

The Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) is a globally recognised qualification. Having a Microsoft Office Specialist certification on your CV demonstrates that you have gained the necessary expertise to competently use Microsoft applications, giving you a competitive advantage when job hunting as well as in the workplace. It will significantly increase your confidence, skills and employability. It will serve to objectively validate your IT skills and assist in your advancement in your chosen career.