ED-IT-106 CompTIA A+, Network +, and Security +

Price: 
$5,999.00
Category: 
IT - CompTIA
Combined Hours: 
585
Course Type: 
Mentor Supported
Bundled Courses:
CompTIA A+
CompTIA Network +
CompTIA Security+

The IT industry offers a diverse range of careers and credentials that are key for individuals new to the field and IT professionals in transition. Regardless of the path chosen, CompTIA credentials can be essential stepping stones in achieving this goal. Thousands of companies depend on CompTIA standards to provide a consistent predictor of employee success. Additionally, dozens of companies with their own certification programs rely on CompTIA exams to provide an industry standard for foundation-level skills that are prerequisites or electives in their certification programs.

CompTIA A+

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Identify the basics of PC hardware, configuration and wireless networks
  • Recall the steps for troubleshooting hardware, including mobile devices, printers and networking
  • Recognize the steps for installing and configuring operating systems and software
  • List ways to work with network services and operational procedures
  • Identify security concepts and technologies

CompTIA Network +

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Recall the principles of networking including IP addressing, subnetting, troubleshooting, topology selection, backbones, and segments
  • Identify the steps for installing and configuring different network types
  • Recognize the basics of ethernet and networking devices
  • List methods for documenting, monitoring, and managing security threats
  • Identify software, hardware and troubleshooting tools

CompTIA Security+

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Identify the principles of network security
  • Recognize the steps for compliance and operational security
  • Define Devices and Infrastructures
  • Recall the steps for controlling access, authentication, and authorization
  • List the steps for protecting Wireless Networks

CompTIA A+

CompTIA A+ 220-1201 Module 1

PC Hardware

  • Motherboards, Processors, and Memory
  • Identifying Motherboard Components
  • Purposes of Processors
  • Memory Terms
  • Cooling Systems
  • Installing and Configuring Expansion Cards
  • Understanding Storage Devices
  • Understanding Power Supplies

CompTIA A+ 220-1201 Module 2

Peripherals, Cables, Connectors and Mobile Hardware

  • Peripherals and Expansions
  • Connectors and Cables
  • Working with Laptop and Mobile Devices
  • Disassembling and Reassembling Laptops
  • Batteries and Power Adapters

CompTIA A+ 220-1201 Module 3

Printers and Networking Fundamentals

  • Understanding Print Technologies
  • Imaging Processes
  • Installing and Maintaining Printers
  • Networking Principles
  • Identifying Common Network Hardware

CompTIA A+ 220-1201 Module 4

TCP/IP and Network Services

  • TCP/IP Structure
  • Internet Layer Protocols
  • Understanding IP Addressing
  • Understanding Network Services
  • DNS Server
  • Syslog Clients

CompTIA A+ 220-1201 Module 5

Wireless and SOHO Networking and Mobile Connectivity

  • Understanding Wireless Networking Technologies
  • Installing and Configuring SOHO Networks
  • Mobile Connectivity
  • Mobile App Support
  • Cellular Data Connections

CompTIA A+ 220-1201 Module 6

Cloud Computing and Troubleshooting

  • Virtualization
  • Cloud Computing
  • Troubleshooting Best Practices
  • Motherboards, RAM, CPUs, and Power Problems
  • Troubleshooting Video, Projector, and Display Issues
  • Troubleshooting Common Mobile Device Issues

Outline: A+ 220-1202

CompTIA A+ 220-1202 Module 7

Operating System Administration

  • Understanding Operating Systems
  • Understanding Applications
  • Introduction to Windows
  • Windows Configuration
  • Windows Registry
  • Disk Management

CompTIA A+ 220-1202 Module 8

Windows, macOS and Linux

  • Installing and Upgrading Windows
  • Command-Line Tools
  • Networking in Windows
  • MacOS and Linux
  • Applications on macOS
  • Best Practices
  • Basic Linux Commands

CompTIA A+ 220-1202 Module 9

Security Concepts

  • Physical Security Concepts
  • Logical Security
  • Malware
  • Mitigating Software Threats
  • Social Engineering Attacks, Threats, and Vulnerabilities
  • Exploits and Vulnerabilities
  • Windows OS Security Settings
  • Web Browser
  • SOHO Network Wireless and Wired
  • Mobile Device Security

CompTIA A+ 220-1202 Module 10

Troubleshooting Operating Systems and Scripting

  • Troubleshooting Common Microsoft Windows OS Problems
  • Troubleshooting Security Issues
  • Best Practices for Malware Removal
  • Mobile OS Issues
  • Scripting
  • Remote Access

CompTIA A+ 220-1202 Module 11

Safety Concerns and Documentation

  • Understanding Safety Procedures
  • Understanding Environmental Controls
  • Understanding Policies, Licensing, and Privacy
  • Documentation and Professionalism
  • Change Management Best Practices
  • Backup and Recovery
  • Disaster Prevention and Recovery
  • Demonstrating Professionalism

**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**

CompTIA Network +

CompTIA Network+ Module 1
Networking Concepts

  • Introduction to Networks
  • Physical Network Topologies
  • Topology Selection, Backbones, and Segments
  • Open Systems Interconnection Specifications
  • Internetworking Models
  • OSI Reference Model
  • Introduction to Encapsulation
  • Modulation Techniques

CompTIA Network+ Module 2
Networking Topologies and Ethernet Specifications

  • Physical Media
  • Cable Properties
  • Wiring Standards
  • Installing Wiring Distributions
  • Network Basics
  • Ethernet Basics
  • Ethernet at the Data Link Layer
  • Ethernet at the Physical Layer
  • Ethernet over Other Standards

CompTIA Network+ Module 3
Networking Devices and Internet Protocol

  • Common Network Connectivity Devices
  • Specialized Devices
  • Planning and Implementing a Basic SOHO Network
  • Switches and Bridges at the Data Link Layer
  • Hubs at the Physical Layer
  • Environmental Considerations
  • Introducing TCP/IP
  • TCP/IP and the DoD Model
  • The Host-to-Host Layer Protocols
  • The Internet Layer Protocols
  • Data Encapsulation

CompTIA Network+ Module 4
IP Addressing, Subnetting and Troubleshooting

  • IP Terminology
  • The Hierarchical IP Addressing Scheme
  • IPv4 Address Types
  • Internet Addressing
  • Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6)
  • Subnetting Basics
  • Troubleshooting IP Addressing
  • Introduction to Network Address Translation (NAT)
  • How NAT Works

CompTIA Network+ Module 5
IP Routing and Routing Protocols

  • Routing Basics
  • The IP Routing Process
  • Testing Your IP Routing Understanding
  • Static and Dynamic Routing
  • Routing Protocol Basics
  • Distance Vector Routing Protocols
  • Link State Routing Protocols
  • High Availability
  • Hot Standby Router Protocol (HSRP)
  • IPv6 Routing Protocols

CompTIA Network+ Module 6
Virtual LANs and Wireless Networking

  • Networking Before Layer 2 Switching
  • Switching Services
  • Spanning Tree Protocol
  • Virtual LANs
  • VLAN Trunking Protocol
  • Introduction to Wireless Technology
  • The 802.11 Standards
  • Comparing 802.11 Standards
  • Wireless Network Components
  • Installing a Wireless Network

CompTIA Network+ Module 7
Remote Network Access and Network Availability

  • Site-to-Site VPN
  • Client-to-Site VPN
  • Remote Desktop Connection
  • Virtual Network Computing
  • Jump Box/Host
  • Performance Monitoring/Metrics/Sensors
  • SNMP
  • Protocol Analyzer/Packet Capture
  • Flow Data
  • Log Aggregation

CompTIA Network+ Module 8
Policies and Disaster Recovery

  • Plans and Procedures
  • Hardening and Security Policies
  • Common Documentation
  • IP Address Management
  • Common Agreements
  • Load Balancing
  • Multipathing
  • Network Interface Card (NIC) Teaming
  • Facilities and Infrastructure Support
  • Backups
  • Testing

CompTIA Network+ Module 9
Data Center Architecture and Troubleshooting

  • Cloud Computing
  • Infrastructure as Code
  • Software-Defined Networking
  • Zero Trust Architecture
  • Troubleshooting Steps
  • Troubleshooting Tips

CompTIA Network+ Module 10
Network Tools, Commands and Security Concepts

  • Software Tools
  • Address Resolution Protocol
  • Basic Networking Device Commands
  • Common Security Terminology
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Technology-Based Attacks
  • Hardening Security
  • Physical Security Concepts

**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**

CompTIA Security+

CompTIA Security+ Module 1
Cybersecurity Threats

  • Data Breach Risks
  • Implementing Security Controls
  • Data Protection
  • Exploring Cybersecurity Threats
  • Threat Data and Intelligence

CompTIA Security+ Module 2
Malicious Code and Social Engineering

  • Malware
  • Malicious Code
  • Adversarial Artificial Intelligence
  • Social Engineering
  • Password Attacks
  • Physical Attacks

CompTIA Security+ Module 3
Security Assessment and Secure Coding

  • Vulnerability Management
  • Security Vulnerabilities
  • Penetration Testing
  • Software Assurance Best Practices
  • Software Security Testing
  • Injection Vulnerabilities
  • Exploiting Authentication, Authorization, and Web Application Vulnerabilities
  • Secure Coding Practices

CompTIA Security+ Module 4
Cryptography and Identity Management

  • Cryptographic Concepts
  • Symmetric and Asymmetric Cryptography
  • Hash Functions
  • Public Key Infrastructure
  • Identify
  • Authentication and Authorization
  • Authentication Methods
  • Accounts
  • Access Control Schemes

CompTIA Security+ Module 5
Physical, Cloud and Virtualization Security 

  • Building Cybersecurity Resilience
  • Response and Recovery Controls
  • Physical Security Controls
  • Virtualization
  • Cloud Infrastructure Components
  • Cloud Security Issues
  • Cloud Security Controls

CompTIA Security+ Module 6
Endpoint and Network Security

  • Protecting Endpoints
  • Service Hardening
  • Operating System Hardening
  • Securing Embedded and Specialized Systems
  • Designing Secure Networks
  • Attacking and Assessing Networks
  • Network Reconnaissance and Discovery Tools

CompTIA Security+ Module 7
Wireless Security and Incident Response

  • Building Secure Wireless Networks
  • Managing Secure Mobile Devices
  • Incident Response
  • Incident Response Data and Tools
  • Mitigation and Recovery

CompTIA Security+ Module 8
Digital Forensics, Compliance, and Risk Management 

  • Digital Forensic Concepts
  • Conducting Digital Forensics
  • Personnel Management
  • Third-Party Risk Management
  • Complying with Laws and Regulations
  • Adopting Standard Frameworks
  • Analyzing and Managing Risk
  • Risk Analysis
  • Disaster Recovery Planning

**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**

All course materials included.

CompTIA A+

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be prepared to sit for the CompTIA A+ 220-1001 & 220-1002 certification exams.

CompTIA Network +

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be prepared to sit for the CompTIA Exam N10-008: CompTIA Network+ certification exam.

CompTIA Security+

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be prepared to sit for the CompTIA Exam SY0-601: CompTIA Security+ certification exam.

Note: These courses are not affiliated with, nor have they been endorsed by CompTIA. 

Internet Connection

  • Broadband or High-Speed - DSL, Cable, and Wireless Connections

*Dial-Up internet connections will result in a diminished online experience. Classroom pages may load slowly and viewing large audio and video files may not be possible.

Hardware Requirements

  • Processor - 2GHz Processor or Higher
  • Memory - 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended

 

PC Software Requirements

  • Operating Systems - Windows 7 or higher
  • Microsoft Office 2013 or higher. Also, you could use a general Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
  • Internet Browsers - Google Chrome is highly recommended
    • Cookies MUST be enabled
    • Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
  • The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
  • PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
  • Adobe PDF Reader
  • QuickTime, Windows Media Player &/or Real Player

 

MAC Software Requirements

  • Operating Systems - Mac OS x 10 or higher with Windows
  • Mac office programs or a Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
  • Internet Browsers- Google Chrome is highly recommended
    • Cookies MUST be enabled
    • Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
  • The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
  • PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
  • Adobe PDF Reader
  • Apple QuickTime Media Player