PLA CompTIA Network+
Tutor Led Online Delivery
The PLA CompTIA Network+ course is fully funded for those eligible for PLA funding.
As a CompTIA Network+ certified professional, you’ll be able to develop a career in IT infrastructure, responsible for troubleshooting, configuring, and managing networks.
The CompTIA Network+ is a comprehensive programme including lessons and practical activities which you can revisit as often as required.
The programme requires attendance at 2 half day tutor led sessions delivered via Microsoft Teams and commitment to follow the online e-learning programme. A further day tutor led exam preparation and revision prior to taking the online examination is included.
This certification provides job-ready skills that employers are looking for, helping you to fast-track your career in IT.
CompTIA Network+ (Including Exam)
Delivery Method: Blended learning with E-learning and online tutor led workshops
Learning Hours: Half day programme induction, 37 hours online e-learning and 2 half day tutor led workshops
Examination: Half day exam revision and preparation followed by online exam through Pearson Vue
Prerequisites: CompTIA recommends the equivalent to a minimum of 9-12 months of hands-on experience working in a junior network administrator/network support technician job role.
Course Content Summary
Networking Concepts
Explain basic networking concepts, including the OSI model, network appliances, applications, cloud concepts, connectivity options and more.
Network Implementations
Understand routing technologies and important factors of physical installations; configure switching technologies and wireless devices.
Network Operations
Monitor and optimise networks to ensure business continuity.
Network Security
Understand security concepts and network attacks to harden networks against threats.
Network Troubleshooting
Explain the troubleshooting methodology and address common issues related to networking, including cable, connectivity, and software problems.
Exam Details
Revision and Examination Day
The final workshop delivery will provide an opportunity for Tutor supported exam preparation and revision using CertMaster.
CertMaster revision and test preparation
To prepare for your examination you will be provided access to the CompTia CertMaster platform which allows you to practice exam style questions and performance tasks and will provide insights into areas for review, revision and practice.
Exam Voucher
You will receive an exam voucher to undertake the Network+ (N10-008) exam with Pearson Vue. The exam can be taken online or by registering to attend your nearest Pearson Vue testing centre (details available when booking with Pearson Vue)
Exam
The exam is a combination of multiple choice and performance task based questions
A maximum of 90 questions to complete in 90 minutes
Pass mark is 720 out of a possible 900 marks
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Delivery Schedule
| Session | Method of Learning | Content |
|---|---|---|
| Induction | Online tutor led session via Microsoft Teams | Induction – Introduction to the programme, registration and CompTIA systems, processes and online practice system |
| Month 1 | Online E-learning via CompTIA Supported by Practical exercises using Virtual Labs | The OSI Model and its relationship to SOHO equipment Exploring the equipment Understanding Routers Understanding Switches Understanding Cabling Network Protocols and Traffic Tools for managing networks (Lab) Troubleshooting Ethernet Networks Capturing Network Traffic (Lab) IPv4 Addressing and Subnetting Configuring IPv4 Addresses (Lab) ARP and Ports Analyse ARP Traffic (Lab) Use Tools to Test IP Configuration (Lab) Supporting IPv4 and IPv6 Networks Configure IPv6 Static Addressing (Lab) DHCP and scoping Troubleshoot IP Networks (Lab) |
| Progress Review 1 | Check in via Microsoft Teams | Online meeting with ALS support tutor to check progress and provide assistance as required |
| Month 2 | Online E-learning via CompTIA Supported by Practical exercises using Virtual Labs | Configuring and Troubleshooting Routers Configure Static Routing (Lab) Configure Dynamic Routing (Lab) Explaining Network Topologies and Types Explaining Transport Layer Protocols Explaining Network Services Explaining Network Applications Use Network Scanners (Lab) Analyse a DHCP Server Configuration (Lab) Analyse a DNS Server Configuration (Lab) Ensuring Network Availability Analyse Network Performance (Lab) Verify Service and Application Configuration (Lab) |
| Workshop 1 | Online tutor led session via Microsoft Teams Supported by Practical exercises using Virtual Labs | Review of network fundamentals, switching, routing and IP addressing |
| Month 3 | Online E-learning via CompTIA Supported by Practical exercises using Virtual Labs | Network Security Concepts Configure Secure Access Channels (Lab) Configure SNMP and Syslog Collection (Lab) Supporting and Troubleshooting Secure Networks Analyse Application Security Configurations (Lab) Explaining Organisational and Physical Security Concepts Configure Secure Access Channels (Lab) Configure SNMP and Syslog Collection (Lab) Deploying and Troubleshooting Wireless Networks Comparing WAN Links and Remote Access Methods |
| Progress Review 2 | Check in via Microsoft Teams | Online meeting with ALS support tutor to check progress and provide assistance as required |
| Month 4 | Online E-learning via CompTIA Supported by Practical exercises using Virtual La | Configure a NAT Firewall (Lab) Configure Remote Access (Lab) Configure Port Security (Lab) Explaining Disaster Recovery and High Availability Concepts Analyse an On-Path Attack (Lab) Troubleshoot Service and Security Issues (Lab) Applying Network Hardening Techniques Summarising Cloud and Datacentre Architecture Develop Network Documentation (Lab) Backup and Restore Network Device Configurations (Lab) |
| Workshop 2 | Online tutor led session via Microsoft Teams Supported by Practical exercises using Virtual Labs | Review of network security, WiFi, remote access and network management |
| Month 5 | Online E-learning and practice testing via CompTIA | Revision and Practice Questions via CertMaster |
| Progress Review 3 | Check in via Microsoft Teams | Online meeting with ALS support tutor to check progress and provide assistance as required |
| Month 6 | Online tutor led session Online via CompTIA Online via Pearson Vue | Exam Prep Revision and Practice Questions via CertMaster CompTIA Network+ Exam |