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Network+ Self-Paced Training
by Ascend Education$229.00
Ascend’s Networking course covers both wired and wireless networks. Individuals taking the course will come away with a strong grasp of networking principles and the ability to pass the Network+… More information about Network+ Self-Paced Training
What's included
- Self-paced online course
Ascend’s Networking course covers both wired and wireless networks. Individuals taking the course will come away with a strong grasp of networking principles and the ability to pass the Network+ certification exam with a high degree of confidence. The skills learned in this course will set students up for more advanced concepts if you’re looking to further your IT education. Before taking this course, individuals should have the knowledge and skills to troubleshoot, configure, and manage company networks. This certification is an approved DoD 8570 baseline certification, and professionals with this certification can enter the IT workforce as a network field technician or a junior network administrator.
Course Outline
Module 1: Fundamentals
1.1 Networking Concepts
1.2 Classifying Networks
Lab: Networking Topologies and Characteristics
1.3 Network Models
Lab: Introduction to the OSI Model
1.4 The Troubleshooting Process
Lab: Network Troubleshooting Techniques
Lab: Troubleshooting Common Networking Issues
Quiz 1
Module 2: LAN Technologies
2.1 Connection Technologies
2.2 Network Devices
Lab: Defining Networking Devices
Lab: Routing Concepts and Protocols
Quiz 2
Module 3: Physical Connections
3.1 Copper Media
Lab: Physical Networking Tools
Lab: Cable and Connector Types
3.2 Optical Media
Lab: Cable Management Solutions
3.3 Ethernet Standards
Lab: Troubleshooting Cable Connectivity
Quiz 3
Module 4: IP Addressing
4.1 IP Addresses
Lab: Internet Protocol Addressing Solutions
4.2 IP Address Resolution and Assignment
Lab: DHCP Server Installation and Configuration
Lab: Configuring and Maintaining DNS Servers
Quiz 4
Module 5: TCP/IP Protocols
5.1 Core Protocols
Lab: Network Services and Protocols
5.2 Network Ports and Applications
Lab: Network Command Line Tools
Lab: NTP Server Management
Quiz 5
Module 6: Internetworking
6.1 Switching
Lab: Configuring Switching Features
6.2 Routing
6.3 Data-Center Architecture
Quiz 6
Module 7: Wireless LANs
7.1 Wireless Networks
7.2 Wireless LAN Standards
Lab: Wireless Configuration Techniques and Standards
Lab: Troubleshooting and Security Wireless Networks
Quiz 7
Module 8: Wide Area Networks
8.1 Internet Connections
8.2 WAN Infrastructure
Quiz 8
Module 9: Cybersecurity Principles
9.1 Goals and Threats
9.2 Digital Security
9.3 Transport Encryption
Quiz 9
Module 10: Defending Networks
10.1 Network Security Components
Lab: Network Security Concepts Fundamentals
Lab: Remote Access and Management
10.2 Physical Security
Lab: Physical Network Security Concepts
10.3 Network Authentication Systems
10.4 Hardening Networks
Lab: Networking Hardening Techniques and Best Practices
Quiz 10
Module 11: Evolving Network Technologies
11.1 Network Convergence
Lab: General Network Attacks
11.2 Virtual and Cloud Systems
Lab: Virtual Network Concepts
Lab: Cloud Concepts
Quiz 11
Module 12: Network Operations
12.1 Monitoring and Optimization
Lab: Networking Device Monitoring
12.2 Fault Tolerance and Disaster Recovery
Lab: Load Balancing and NIC Teaming
Lab: High Availability and disaster Recovery Concepts
12.3 Incident Response
Quiz 12
Module 13: Network Planning
13.1 Network Policy Design
Lab: Organizational Documentation and Procedures
Lab: Organizational Networking Diagrams and Agreements
13.2 Network Installation
Lab: Network Architecture
13.3 Maintenance and Upgrades
Lab: Network Analysis Software
Quiz 13
Course Summary
Videos: 53
Labs: 33
Text Lessons: 35
Quizzes: 13
Total Time: Approx. 60 hours, 20 minutes