PLA CompTIA Network+
E-Learning
The PLA CompTIA Network+ course is fully funded for those eligible for PLA funding.
As a CompTIA Network+ certified professional, you’ll be able to develop a career in IT infrastructure, responsible for troubleshooting, configuring, and managing networks.
The CompTIA Network+ is a comprehensive e-learning programme including lessons and practical activities which you can revisit as often as required.
This certification provides job-ready skills that employers are looking for, helping you to fast-track your career in IT.
The programme requires approximately 37 hours, accessed flexibly in line with personal study patterns.
Delegates will have 6 months to complete from enrolment date.
CompTIA Network+ (Including Exam)
Delivery Method: Self Study via E-Learning Platform
Learning Hours: Approximately 37 hours
Prerequisites: CompTIA recommends the equivalent to a minimum of 9-12 months of hands-on experience working in a junior network administrator/network support technician job role.
Course Content Summary
Networking Concepts
Explain basic networking concepts, including the OSI model, network appliances, applications, cloud concepts, connectivity options and more.
Network Implementations
Understand routing technologies and important factors of physical installations; configure switching technologies and wireless devices.
Network Operations
Monitor and optimise networks to ensure business continuity.
Network Security
Understand security concepts and network attacks to harden networks against threats.
Network Troubleshooting
Explain the troubleshooting methodology and address common issues related to networking, including cable, connectivity, and software problems.
E-Learning Syllabus
- Lesson 1: Comparing OSI Model Network Functions
- Lesson 2: Deploying Ethernet Cabling
- Lesson 3: Deploying Ethernet Switching
- Lesson 4: Troubleshooting Ethernet Networks
- Lesson 5: Explaining IPv4 Addressing
- Lesson 6: Supporting IPv4 and IPv6 Networks
- Lesson 7: Configuring and Troubleshooting Routers
- Lesson 8: Explaining Network Topologies and Types
- Lesson 9: Explaining Transport Layer Protocols
- Lesson 10: Explaining Network Services
- Lesson 11: Explaining Network Applications
- Lesson 12: Ensuring Network Availability
- Lesson 13: Explaining Common Security Concepts
- Lesson 14: Supporting and Troubleshooting Secure Networks
- Lesson 15: Deploying and Troubleshooting Wireless Networks
- Lesson 16: Comparing WAN Links and Remote Access Methods
- Lesson 17: Explaining Organizational and Physical Security Concepts
- Lesson 18: Explaining Disaster Recovery and High Availability Concepts
- Lesson 19: Applying Network Hardening Techniques
- Lesson 20: Summarising Cloud and Datacentre Architecture
Labs Included
- Assisted Lab: Exploring the Lab Environment
- Assisted Lab: Configure a SOHO Router
- Assisted Lab: Capture Network Traffic
- Assisted Lab: Configure Interface Settings
- Assisted Lab: Configure IPv4 Static Addressing
- Assisted Lab: Analyse ARP Traffic
- Assisted Lab: Use Tools to Test IP Configuration
- Assisted Lab: Configure IPv6 Static Addressing
- Assisted Lab: Configure Static Routing
- Assisted Lab: Configure Dynamic Routing
- APPLIED Lab: Troubleshoot IP Networks
- Assisted Lab: Use Network Scanners
- Assisted Lab: Analyse a DHCP Server Configuration
- Assisted Lab: Analyse a DNS Server Configuration
- Assisted Lab: Analyse Application Security Configurations
- Assisted Lab: Configure Secure Access Channels
- Assisted Lab: Configure SNMP and Syslog Collection
- Assisted Lab: Analyse Network Performance
- APPLIED Lab: Verify Service and Application Configuration
- Assisted Lab: Configure a NAT Firewall
- Assisted Lab: Configure Remote Access
- APPLIED Lab: Troubleshoot Service and Security Issues
- Assisted Lab: Develop Network Documentation
- Assisted Lab: Backup and Restore Network Device Configurations
- Assisted Lab: Analyse an On-Path Attack
- Assisted Lab: Configure Port Security
Exam Details
Exam Voucher
You will receive an exam voucher to undertake the Network+ (N10-009) exam with Pearson Vue. The exam can be taken online or by registering to attend your nearest Pearson Vue testing centre (details available when booking with Pearson Vue)
CertMaster revision and test preparation
To prepare for your examination you will be provided access to the CompTia CertMaster platform which allows you to practice exam style questions and performance tasks and will provide insights into areas for review, revision and practice.
Exam
The exam is a combination of multiple choice and performance task based questions
A maximum of 90 questions to complete in 90 minutes
Pass mark is 720 out of a possible 900 marks
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