Network Fundamentals Instructor: Richard Fredrickson MCT NetTech Solutions

Course Learning Objectives Broad Learning Outcome: –Understand the different network media and topologies. –Understand the different protocols and standards. –Understand network implementation. –Understand the requirements for the CompTIA Network+ certification exam numbers: N10-006

Course Objective Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to: –Be able to set up and configure a small network. –Be able to troubleshoot and identify problems in a basic network infrastructure.

Course Material: CompTIA Network+ Study Guide Third Edition –By Todd Lammel –A Sybex book

About the Second Edition Basic information on networking Preparation for CompTIA’s Network+ exam number N Must download from the website: –Electronic Flashcards –Test Engine

Network+ The current version of CompTIA Network+, exam code N10-006, was released Dec. 1, The revised objectives address virtual networking and give increased attention to network security and coverage of the seven-layer OSI (Open System Interconnection) model. Exam price is $269 USD

Exam Details

Exam Objectives Network+ Certification Domain Areas % of Examination 1.0 Network Concepts21% 2.0 Network Installation and Configuration23% 3.0 Network Media and Topologies17% 4.0 Network Management20% 5.0 Network Security19% Total 100%

Fourth Edition Contents at a Glance Chapter 1Introduction to Networks Chapter 2The OSI Chapter 3Topologies, connectors, wiring Chapter 4Current Ethernet Specs Chapter 5Networking Devices Chapter 6Introduction to IP Chapter 7IP Addressing Chapter 8 IP Subnetting Chapter 9Introduction to Routing Chapter 10Routing Protocols

Contents continued Chapter 11Switching and VLans Chapter 12Wireless Networking Chapter 13Authentication and Access Control Chapter 14Network Threats and Mitigation Chapter 15Physical and Hardware Security Chapter 16Wide Area Networks Chapter 17Troubleshooting Chapter 18 Software and Hardware Tools Chapter 19Network Troubleshooting Chapter 20Management and Monitoring

Course Requirements Regular Attendance and Class Participation Six quizzes –Oct. 24, 31, 2015 –Nov. 7, 21, 28, 2015 –Dec. 5, 2015 Mid course exam –Nov. 14, 2015 Final exam –Dec. 19, 2015

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