CompTIA A Plus and Network Plus Bootcamp

CompTIA A Plus and Network Plus Bootcamp that prepares individuals to manage the computer operations and control the system configurations emanating from a specific site or network hub. Includes instruction in computer hardware and software and applications; local area (LAN) and wide area (WAN) networking; principles of information systems security; disk space and traffic load monitoring; data backup; resource allocation; and setup and takedown procedures.

Course Intended

This course is designed for individuals who have basic computer user skills and who are interested in obtaining a job as an entry-level IT technician.

SCHEDULE DATES - 70 Hour Programs

CompTIA A Plus and Network Plus Bootcamp Objectives

Identify basic network theory concepts and major network communications methods.

• Identify basic network theory concepts and major network communications methods.
• Describe bounded network media.
• Identify unbounded network media.
• Identify the major types of network implementations.
• Identify TCP/IP addressing and data delivery methods.
• Implement routing technologies.
• Identify the major services deployed on TCP/IP networks.
• Identify the infrastructure of a WAN implementation.
• Identify the components used in cloud computing and virtualization.
• Describe basic concepts related to network security.
• Prevent security breaches.
• Respond to security incidents.
• Identify the components of a remote network implementation.
• Identify the tools, methods, and techniques used in managing a network.
• Describe troubleshooting of issues on a network.
• Identify the hardware components of personal computers and mobile digital devices.
• Identify the basic components and functions of operating systems.
• Identify networking and security fundamentals.
• Identify the operational procedures that should be followed by professional PC technicians.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot display devices.
• Install and configure peripheral components.
• Manage system components.
• Manage data storage.
• Install and configure Microsoft Windows.
• Optimize and maintain Microsoft Windows.
• Work with other operating systems.
• Identify the hardware and software requirements for client environment configurations.
• Identify network technologies.
• Install and configure networking capabilities.
• Support mobile digital devices.
• Support printers and multifunction devices.
• Identify security threats, vulnerabilities, and controls0.
• Implement security controls.
• Troubleshoot system-wide issues.

CompTIA A Plus and Network Plus Bootcamp Outline

Hardware

BIOS

Motherboards and Motherboard Components. RAM. Random Access Memory, w/ troubleshooting PC Expansion Cards. Storage w/troubleshooting The CPU Including 1.11: PC Connections and Connectors Power & Power Supplies w/troubleshooting The Right PC: Home Assignment with Exam. Video and Sound Completed with 1.7 above. Install and configure common peripheral devices. Printers: Install & Configure Printers: Different Technologies Printers: Maintenance.

Networking

• Cables & Connectors
• Cable Characteristics.
• TCP/IP
• TCP/IP & UDP Ports
• WIFI Networking.
• SOHO Networking, Install and Configure.
• Connection Types
• Connection Devices.
• Networking Tools of the Trade.

Mobile Devices

• Laptop Hardware & Components
• Laptop Components
• Laptop Features.
• Other Mobile Devices: Tablets, Phones, etc.
• Accessories and Ports’

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Windows Operating Systems

• Compare Operating Systems Windows Vista, 7, 8, & 8.1
• Operating System Installation
• Command Line Tools.
• OS Features and Tools.
• The Control Panel
• Install Networking on a Desktop.
• Preventative Maintenance and Tools

Other Operating Systems

• MAC OS and Linux
• Virtualization
• The Cloud
• Network Hosts
• Mobile Operating Systems: Android, IOS, etc.
• Install and Configure Mobile OS systems.
• Mobile Data synchronization

Security

• Common Threats and Vulnerabilities
• Prevention
• OS Security Settings.
• Deploy Security Best Practices per Workstation
• Securing the mobile device
• Data Disposal and Destruction
• Secure a SOHO wired and wireless network.
• Software Troubleshooting
• Operational Procedures.

Local Area Networks

• Topologies and the OSI Model
• Key Features of Networks
• Network Topologies
• The OSI Model
• Physical Layer
• Data Link Layer
• Network Layer
• Transport Layer
• Upper Layers
• OSI Model Summary
• Labs
• VM Orientation
• Ethernet
• Transmission Media
• Media Access Control
• Broadcast Domains
• Ethernet Frames
• Ethernet Deployment Standards
• MAC Addressing
• Address Resolution Protocol (ARP)
• Packet Sniffers
• Labs
• Configuring Ethernet Networking
• Hubs, Bridges, and Switches
• Hubs and Bridges
• Switches
• Switch Interface Configuration
• Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)
• Power over Ethernet (PoE)
• Infrastructure and Design
• Network Infrastructure Implementations
• Planning an Enterprise Campus Network
• Network Hierarchy and Distributed Switching
• Software Defined Networking
• Planning a SOHO Network
• TCP/IP Protocol Suite
• Policies and Best Practices
• Procedures and Standards
• Safety Procedures
• Incident Response Policies
• Security and Data Policies
• Password Policy
• Employee Policies

IP Addressing

• Internet Protocol
• IPv4
• IPv4 Address Structure
• Subnet Masks
• IP Routing Basics
• ipconfig / ifconfig
• ICMP and ping
• Labs
• Configuring IPv4 Networking
• IPv4 Addressing
• IPv4 Addressing Schemes
• Classful Addressing
• Public versus Private Addressing
• Subnetting and Classless Addressing
• Planning an IPv4 Addressing Scheme
• Public Internet Addressing
• Variable Length Subnet Masks (VLSM)
• Labs
• Configuring IPv4 Subnets
• IPv6 Addressing
• IPv6 Address Format
• IPv6 Addressing Schemes
• IPv6 Address Autoconfiguration
• Migrating to IPv6
• Labs
• Configuring IPv6 Networking DHCP and APIPA
• IPv4 Address Autoconfiguration
• Configuring DHCP
• DHCPv6
• Labs
• Configuring Address Autoconfiguration

Internetworking

• Routing
• Routing Basics
• Routing Algorithms and Metrics
• Dynamic Routing Protocols
• Administrative Distance and Route Redistribution
• IPv4 and IPv6 Internet Routing
• High Availability Routing
• Installing and Configuring Routers
• Routing Troubleshooting Tools
• Labs
• Configuring Routing TCP and UDP
• Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)
• User Datagram Protocol (UDP)
• TCP and UDP Ports
• Port Scanners
• Protocol Analyzers
• Labs
• TCP and Port Scanning Name Resolution and IPAM
• Host Names and FQDNs
• Domain Name System
• Configuring DNS Servers
• Resource Records
• Name Resolution Tools
• IP Address Management (IPAM)
• Labs Configuring Name Resolution and IPAM Monitoring and Scanning
• Performance Monitoring
• Network Monitoring Utilities
• Logs and Event Management
• Simple Network Management Protocol
• Analyzing Performance Metrics
• Patch Management
• Vulnerability Scanning
• Labs
• Performance Testing and Monitoring Network Troubleshooting
• Troubleshooting Procedures
• Identifying the Problem
• Establishing a Probable Cause
• Establishing a Plan of Action
• Troubleshooting Hardware Failure Issues
• Troubleshooting Addressing Issues
• Troubleshooting DHCP Issues
• Troubleshooting Name Resolution
• Troubleshooting Services

Applications and Security

• Applications and Services
• TCP/IP Services
• HTTP and Web Servers
• SSL / TLS and HTTPS
• Email (SMTP / POP / IMAP)
• Voice Services (VoIP and VTC)
• Real-time Services Protocols
• Quality of Service
• Traffic Shaping Bottlenecks and Load Balancing
• Multilayer Switches
• Labs
• Configuring Application Protocols
• Virtualization, SAN, and Cloud Services
• Virtualization Technologies
• Network Storage Types
• Fibre Channel and InfiniBand
• iSCSI
• Cloud Computing
• Configuring Cloud Connectivity
• Network Security Design
• Security Basics
• Common Networking Attacks
• Network Segmentation and DMZ
• Virtual LANs (VLAN)
• VLAN Trunks
• Network Address Translation (NAT)
• Device and Service Hardening
• Honeypots and Penetration Tests Network Security Appliances
• Basic Firewalls
• Stateful Firewalls
• Deploying a Firewall
• Configuring a Firewall
• Deploying a Proxy
• Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
• Denial of Service
• Labs
• Configuring a NAT Firewall
• Authentication and Endpoint Security
• Authentication and Access Controls
• Social Engineering
• Authentication Technologies
• PKI and Digital Certificates
• Local Authentication
• RADIUS and TACACS+
• Directory Services
• Endpoint Security
• Network Access Control
• Labs
• Secure Appliance Administration

Operations and Infrastructure

• Network Site Management
• Network Cabling Solutions
• Distribution Frames
• Change and Configuration Management
• Network Documentation and Diagrams
• Labeling Physical Security Devices
• Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery
• Network Link Management
• Power Management
• Backup Management
• Labs
• Network Inventory Management Installing Cabled Networks
• Twisted Pair Cable (UTP / STP / ScTP)
• Twisted Pair Connectors
• Wiring Tools and Techniques
• Cable Testing Tools
• Troubleshooting Wired Connectivity
• Other Copper Cable Types
• Fiber Optic Cable and Connectors
• Transceivers and Media Converters Installing Wireless Networks
• Wireless Standards (IEEE 802.11)
• Wireless Network Topologies
• Wireless Site Design
• Troubleshooting Wireless Connectivity
• Wireless Security
• Wi-Fi Authentication
• Extensible Authentication Protocol
• Troubleshooting Wireless Security
• Wireless Controllers Installing WAN Links
• Wide Area Networks (WAN)
• Telecommunications Networks
• Modern Telecommunications Networks
• Local Loop Services Installing WAN Links
• Wireless WAN Services
• Internet of Things Configuring Remote Access
• Remote Access Services (RAS)
• MPLS and PPP SIP Trunks
• Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
• SSL / TLS / DTLS VPNs
• IPsec Internet Key Exchange / ISAKMP
• Remote Access Servers
• Remote Administration Tools
• Managing Network Appliances
• Remote File Access
• Labs
• Configuring Secure Access Channels
• Configuring a Virtual Private Network

CompTIA A Plus and Network Plus Bootcamp Prerequisites

• This course is designed for individuals who have basic computer user skills and who are interested in obtaining a job as an entry-level IT technician.
• HS Diploma/GED

Income Expectation

$92,600/yr

The average salary for a Network and System Administrator is $92,600 in New York City. Salary estimates are provided by CompTIA.

CompTIA A Plus and Network Plus Bootcamp Employment Objective

Upon completion of this course, and the certifying exam(s), the student will be qualified to take a job as a

Network and System Administrator Support Technician
Network Administrator
IT/Server Technician
or Storage Administrator

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