Network Fundamentals

Instructor:

Richard FredricksonMCT

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 N10-006

• Must download from the website:– Electronic Flashcards– Test Engine

Network+

• The current version of CompTIA Network+, exam code N10-006, was released Dec. 1, 2014.

• 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 Concepts 21%

2.0 Network Installation and Configuration 23%

3.0 Network Media and Topologies 17%

4.0 Network Management 20%

5.0 Network Security 19%

Total 100%

Fourth Edition Contents at a Glance

• Chapter 1 Introduction to Networks

• Chapter 2 The OSI

• Chapter 3 Topologies, connectors, wiring

• Chapter 4 Current Ethernet Specs

• Chapter 5 Networking Devices

• Chapter 6 Introduction to IP

• Chapter 7 IP Addressing

• Chapter 8 IP Subnetting

• Chapter 9 Introduction to Routing

• Chapter 10 Routing Protocols

Contents continued

• Chapter 11 Switching and VLans

• Chapter 12 Wireless Networking

• Chapter 13 Authentication and Access Control

• Chapter 14 Network Threats and Mitigation

• Chapter 15 Physical and Hardware Security

• Chapter 16 Wide Area Networks

• Chapter 17 Troubleshooting

• Chapter 18 Software and Hardware Tools

• Chapter 19 Network Troubleshooting

• Chapter 20 Management 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

Assessment Quiz