• Classroom
  • Online, Instructor-Led
  • Analysis of technologies for connecting computers and devices into networks.
  • Terminology and the major components of networks: architecture, topologies, hardware, connections, protocols, operations, administration, support, security and troubleshooting.
  • Local Area Networks (LANs), Wide Area Networks (WANs), Wireless LANS and Virtual networks are also covered.
  • Follows the objectives of the CompTIA Network+ certification exam.

Learning Objectives

  1. Compare and evaluate different methods of encryption to secure a wireless local area network.
  2. Explain the purpose and properties of IP addressing.
  3. Compare WAN and WLAN technology types and their properties.
  4. Explain the methods of network access security and user authentication.
  5. Describe steps in troubleshooting a networking problem.
  6. Describe the objectives of the CompTIA Network+ Certification.

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

Specialty Areas

  • Cyber Defense Infrastructure Support
  • Customer Service and Technical Support
  • Network Services
  • Systems Administration
  • Systems Architecture

Specialty Areas have been removed from the NICE Framework. With the recent release of the new NICE Framework data, updates to courses are underway. Until this course can be updated, this historical information is provided to give better context as to how it can help you with your cybersecurity goals.

Feedback

If you would like to provide feedback for this course, please e-mail the NICCS SO at NICCS@hq.dhs.gov.