CompTIA Network+ (CT8734)

Module 1: Explaining the OSI and TCP/IP Models

•  Explain OSI Model Layers
•  Explain the TCP/IP Suite

Module 2: Explaining Properties of Network Traffic

• Explain Media Types and Access Methods
• Deploy Ethernet Standards
• Configure and Monitor Network Interfaces

Module 3: Installing and Configuring Switched Networks

• Install and Configure Hubs and Bridges
• Install and Configure Switches
• Compare and Contrast Network Topologies
• Compare and Contrast Network Types

Module 4: Configuring IP Networks

• Configure IPv4 Addressing Components
• Test IP Interfaces with Command Line Tools
• Configure IPv4 Subnets
• Configure Private and Public IPv4 Addressing Schemes
• Configure IPv6 Addressing Components
• Configure DHCP Services

Module 5: Installing and Configuring Routed Networks

•  Explain Characteristics of Routing
•  Install and Configure Routers

Module 6: Configuring and Monitoring Ports and Protocols

• Explain the Uses of Ports and Protocols
• Use Port Scanners and Protocol Analyzers
• Explain the Use of Name Resolution Services
• Configure DNS and IPAM Services

Module 7: Explaining Network Application and Storage Services

• Explain the Uses of Network Applications
• Explain the Uses of Voice Services and Advanced Networking Devices
• Explain the Uses of Virtualization and Network Storage Services
• Summarize the Concepts of Cloud Services

Module 8: Monitoring and Troubleshooting Networks

• Monitor Network Interfaces and Logs
• Explain Network Troubleshooting Methodology
• Troubleshoot Common Network Services Issues

Module 9: Explaining Networking Attacks and Mitigations

•  Summarize Common Networking Attacks
•  Explain the Characteristics of VLANs
• Explain the Characteristics of NAT and Port Forwarding

Module 10: Installing and Configuring Security Devices

• Install and Configure Firewalls and Proxies
• Explain the Uses of IDS/IPS and UTM

Module 11: Explaining Authentication and Access Controls

• Explain Authentication Controls and Attacks
• Explain the Uses of Authentication Protocols and Directory Services
• Explain the Uses of Port Security and NAC
• Implement Network Device Hardening
• Explain Patch Management and Vulnerability Scanning Processes

Module 12: Deploying and Troubleshooting Cabling Solutions

• Deploy Structured Cabling Systems
• Deploy Twisted Pair Cabling Solutions
• Test and Troubleshoot Twisted Pair Cabling Solutions
• Deploy Fiber Optic Cabling Solutions

Module 13: Implementing and Troubleshooting Wireless Technologies

• Install and Configure Wireless Technologies
• Troubleshoot Wireless Performance Issues
•  Secure and Troubleshoot Wireless Connectivity

Module 14: Comparing and Contrasting WAN Technologies

• Compare and Contrast WAN Core Service Types
• Compare and Contrast WAN Subscriber Service Types
• Compare and Contrast WAN Framing Service Types
• Compare and Contrast Wireless and IoT WAN Technologies

Module 15: Using Remote Access Methods

• Use Remote Access VPNs
• Use Remote Access Management Methods

Module 16: Identifying Site Policies and Best Practices

• Manage Networks with Documentation and Diagrams
• Summarize the Purposes of Physical Security Devices
• Compare and Contrast Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Concepts
• Identify Policies and Best Practices

Appendix A: Mapping Course Content to CompTIA Network+ (Exam N10-007)