Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
PGCC-0003
Organization's ID:
ACE-HTT: 3- Network+
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
8 days (60 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, or Information Technology
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to confirm critical knowledge of media and topologies, protocols and standards, network implementation and network support; and learn the knowledge and skills needed to install, manage and troubleshoot a variety of networks on any platform. The Network+ training course follows the CompTIA objectives, ensuring students receive the training and knowledge needed to succeed. The course covers network technologies, installation and configuration, media and topologies, management, security, safety and environmental issues, and communication and professionalism. The objectives relate to job roles including network administrator, network technician, network installer, help desk technician and IT cable installer.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Classify how applications, devices, and protocols relate to the OSI model layers
  • Explain the purpose and properties of routing and switching
  • Identify common TCP and UDP default ports
  • Summarize DNS concepts and its components
  • Given a scenario, implement the following network troubleshooting methodology
  • Identify virtual network components
  • Given a scenario, troubleshoot common wireless problems
  • Given a scenario, troubleshoot common router and switch problems
  • Given a set of requirements, plan and implement a basic SOHO network
  • Categorize standard connector types based on network media
  • Categorize WAN technology types and properties
  • Given a scenario, troubleshoot common physical connectivity problems
  • Given a scenario, use appropriate software tools to troubleshoot connectivity issues
  • Given a scenario, use the appropriate network monitoring resource to analyze traffic
  • Explain methods of user authentication
  • Explain common threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques
  • Categorize different types of network security appliances and methods
  • Compare the layers of the OSI and TCP/IP models
  • Explain the purpose and properties of IP addressing
  • Explain the function of common networking protocols
  • Given a scenario, install and configure routers and switches
  • Given a scenario, install and configure a wireless network
  • Explain the purpose and properties of DHCP
  • Categorize standard media types and associated properties
  • Compare and contrast different wireless standards
  • Describe different network topologies
  • Compare and contrast different LAN technologies
  • Identify components of wiring distribution
  • Explain the purpose and features of various network appliances
  • Given a scenario, use appropriate hardware tools to troubleshoot connectivity issues
  • Describe the purpose of configuration management documentation
  • Given a scenario, implement appropriate wireless security measures
  • Explain the methods of network access security
  • Given a scenario, install and configure a basic firewall

General Topics:

  • Introduction to networks
  • The open systems interconnection specifications
  • Networking topologies, connectors, and wiring standards
  • The current ethernet specifications
  • Networking devices
  • Introduction to Internet Protocol (IP)
  • IP addressing
  • IP subnetting, troubleshooting IP, and introduction to NAT
  • Introduction to IP routing and routing protocols
  • Switching and Virtual LANS (VLANS)
  • Wireless technologies
  • Authentication and access control
  • Network threats and mitigation
  • Physical and hardware security
  • Wide area networks
  • Command-line tools
  • Software and hardware tools
  • Network troubleshooting
  • Management, monitoring, and optimization
  • Subnetting Class A
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Case Studies
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Computer Based Training
  • Discussion
  • Laboratory
  • Learner Presentations
  • Lectures

Methods of Assessment:

  • Case Studies
  • Examinations
  • Other
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
  • Quizzes

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials