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Get Network+ Certified

CompTIA Network+ helps develop a career in IT infrastructure covering troubleshooting, configuring, and managing networks.

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CompTIA Network+ validates the technical skills needed to securely establish, maintain and troubleshoot the essential networks that businesses rely on.

Unlike other vendor-specific networking certifications, CompTIA Network+ prepares candidates to support networks on any platform. CompTIA Network+ is the only certification that covers the specific skills that network professionals need. Other certifications are so broad, they don’t cover the hands-on skills and precise knowledge needed in today’s networking environments.

CompTIA Network+ features flexible training options including self-paced learning, live online training, custom training and labs to advance the career development of IT professionals in network administration.

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Jobs that use Network+

  • Junior Administrator

  • Datacenter Support Technician

  • Network Engineer

  • System Administrator

  • NOC Technician

  • Telecommunications Technician

  • Cable Technician

Companies that trust CompTIA Network+ include

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Exam Details

What Skills Will You Learn?

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Networking Fundamentals

Explain basic networking concepts including network services, physical connections, topologies and architecture, and cloud connectivity.

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Network Security

Explain types of networks and connections including TCP/IP, WIFI and SOHO

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Network Implementations

Explain routing technologies and networking devices; deploy ethernet solutions and configure wireless technologies.

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Network Troubleshooting

Troubleshoot real-world device and network issues quickly and efficiently

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Network Operations

Monitor and optimize networks to ensure business continuity.

Download Official CompTIA Network+ Certification Exam Objectives

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Network  Pro Certification

The TestOut Network Pro certification measures an examinee's ability to perform tasks commonly performed by IT network professionals, including systems administrators, network administrators, network engineers and related careers. The core responsibilities of these job roles typically revolve around the management of hardware and software networking components and include IP configuration, setting up wireless and wired networks, managing networks, basic network security, software updates, hardware upgrades and network protocols. IT network professionals must also master fundamental computer support and maintenance which are covered in TestOut’s PC Pro certification exam.

EXAM SPECIFICATIONS

  • Exam Version: 7.0

  • Release Date: May 24, 2022

  • Question Count: Up to 13 questions

  • Task Count: Up to 46 tasks

  • Time Limit: 120 minutes

  • Score Range: 200 - 2,000

  • Passing Score: 1,420

Notes:​

  • The TestOut Network Pro certification is included in the cost of TestOut"s Network Pro courseware.

  • The TestOut Network Pro exam is comprised of simulated labs andother questions intended to measure skills.

  • Examinees may encounter a small number of unscored tasks that are used for evaluation and improvement of the exam. These tasks will not impact examinees’ final score.

  • The TestOut Network Pro Certification exam is a culminating exam that instructors may offer students. To be successful on the exam, students should have completed an entire course of study for Windows operating system and common networking hardware (equivalent to the TestOut Network Pro course).

  • Candidates who pass the exam can download a digital certificate.

  • Upon passing, certificates can be ordered from the LabSim home page for a minimal fee.

Skills assessed by the TestOut Network Pro exam

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Hardware

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Configuration

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Management

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Security

Troubleshooting

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TestOut Network Pro Certification Objectives

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Hardware

Implement Components and Cabling Solutions

  • Connect and reconnect Ethernet networks

  • Implement physical security

  • Configure an iSCSI initiator and target

  • Connect computer and network components

  • Update firmware

  • Configure a load balancing server

Design indoor and outdoor wireless networks

  • Implement an enterprise wireless network

  • Create a home wireless network

  • Connect patch panel cables

  • Connect network components

  • Configure NIC teaming

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Configuration

Configure IP Addressing

  • Configure IP addresses

  • Configure an IPv6 address

  • Deploy NAT

Configure Routers and Switches

  • Configure switches

  • Configure ports

  • Implement Spanning Tree

  • Implement QoS

  • Configure routers

Configure Wireless and VoIP

  • Connect smart devices

  • Connect mobile devices

  • Configure VoIP

  • Configure trunking

  • Configure NTP

Security

Implement tools to detect, remove, and prevent malware

  • Install and configure anti-virus and anti-malware utilities

  • Restore a PC or mobile device

  • Recover files corrupted by malware

  • Configure operating system updates

Implement mobile device security

  • Implement access control and authentication

  • Implement device encryption

  • Implement device location

  • Implement remote wipe capabilities

Implement security best practices

  • Enforce password settings

  • Require a screen saver password

  • Manage Linux passwords

  • Implement drive encryption

  • Configure a firewall

  • Use a proxy server

  • Configure BIOS/UEFI security settings

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Management

Manage DHCP Services

  • Implement a DHCP server

  • Configure DHCP options

  • Configure DHCP snooping

  • Configure a DHCP relay agent

Manage DNS Services

  • Configure DNS addresses

  • Create standard DNS zones

  • Explore nslookup

Manage Device Discovery and VLANs

  • Scan for IoT devices

  • Scan networks

  • Create and configure VLANs

Manage Backup and Restore Tasks

  • Back up files with File History

  • Recover a file from File History

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Security

Secure Firewalls and Security Appliances

  • Configure a host firewall

  • Configure a perimeter firewall

  • Configure a screened subnet

  • Configure a security appliance

Secure Switches and Wireless Networks

  • Secure switches

  • Disable switch ports

  • Secure an enterprise wireless network

  • Secure a home wireless network

  • Secure email accounts on mobile devices

Secure Services and Passwords

  • Disable network services

  • Enable and disable Linux services

  • Configure account password policies

  • Change Linux passwords

Secure Remote Connections and VPNS

  • Allow remote desktop connections

  • Configure a remote access VPN

  • Configure a mobile device VPN connection

Secure Network Exploits

  • Implement an intrusion prevention system (IPS)

  • Respond to social engineering exploits

  • Perform on-path attacks

  • Crack a password

  • Identify poisoning attacks

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Troubleshooting

Troubleshoot Configuration and Services

  • Explore IP configuration

  • Troubleshoot IP configuration

  • Troubleshoot DNS records

  • Troubleshoot with a network protocol analyzer

Troubleshoot Wired and Wireless Connectivity

  • Explore physical connectivity

  • Troubleshoot physical connectivity

  • Troubleshoot wireless network problems

Class Schedule

Classes are held Monday through Thursday. In the event of a closure or holiday, make-up date will be on Fridays, the week before or after said closure. Classes begin the first Monday of each month. Class size is limited to six students. 

Hybrid Schedule

To be determined 

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Training Products

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TestOut Network Pro LabSim

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Official CompTIA Study Guide

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 CompTIA  CertMaster

Labs

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CompTIA CertMaster Practice 

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LAB EQUIPMENT

  • Dell Optiplex 300 series

  • Anti-Static Mat

  • Sneeze Guard

  • 4 GB RAM Upgrade Kit

  • 500GB Hard Drive Upgrade Kit

  • Vision Tek Radeon HD 5450 Video Card

  • IPS 11.6” LED HDMI Monitor

  • Wireless N Router

  • Gigabit Ethernet Network Interface Card

  • Wireless Network Interface Card

  • Bluetooth Wireless Headset

  • USB Hub

  • Inkjet Printer

  • Laser Printer

  • Gamepad

  • Thumb Drive

  • Camera

  • Android Tablet

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STUDENT EQUIPMENT

  • HP 14” HD Laptop

    •  AMD 3020e (Up to 2.6GHz)

    • 16 GB RAM

    • 64 GB eMMC System Drive

    • 128GB SSD for Data Storage

    • WiFi, Bluetooth5, 1xUSB-C, 2xUSB-A, 1xHDMI

    • Windows 11

    • Office 365 Personal (1-year subscription)

    • 4-year Accidental Protection

  • Targus Laptop Bag

  • Wired Headset with Boom Mic

  • Wireless Mouse

  • Ghost Manta Accessory Pack

  • Mousepad

  • USB A-C Cable

  • USB A Extender​

  • CompTIA Notebook

  • CompTIA Pen

  • CompTIA Net+ Sticker

  • Klein Tool Wire Pulling Tool Set

  • Use to Ethernet Adapter

  • USB Console Cable 

  • Klein Tools Cable Tracer with Probe

  • Klein Tools Cable Installation Tools Set

Equipment 

Graduation Day
Vouchers

As part of the training program, Students will receive 2 vouchers for the CompTIA Net+ N10-008 certification exams & 1 voucher for the TestOut Network Pro Exam!

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