CompTIA Network+ Computer Networking

Course Details

Recognised by employers and the technology community (including Microsoft, Novell, Cisco, Compaq, Lotus and 3Com), CompTIA Network+ certification is the world standard for a career in computer networking. This course is ideal for professionals looking to develop or enhance their knowledge of computer networking support and administration, and will allow you to demonstrate your technical abilities in media and topologies, protocols and standards, computer networking implementation and new technologies such as wireless networking and gigabit Ethernet.

Computer networking skills are always in demand and there are thousands of highly paid career opportunities with salaries up to £33,000* per annum.

'We are delighted to partner with Home Learning College as an authorised CompTIA member and support them in their endeavours to offer CompTIA certification courses to their students; as the perfect stepping stone and foundation to a career in  IT'  - Matthew Poyiadgi, Vice President EMEA, CompTIA.

Qualifications

By completing the course you will achieve CompTIA Network+ Certification.

You are putting yourself in charge of your career and, importantly will stand out from other applicants when job hunting. The CompTIA Network+ Computer Networking course will add value to your CV by demonstrating your understanding of computer networking, showing your commitment to the subject, as well as your commitment to your own personal development. 

The Computer Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) is globally recognised as the leading trade association for the IT industry. CompTIA Network+ computer networking certification demonstrates to employers that you have acquired a competent standard of IT skills and knowledge. 

'We are delighted to partner with Home Learning College as an authorised CompTIA member and support them in their endeavours to offer CompTIA certification courses to their students; as the perfect stepping stone and foundation to a career in  IT'  - Matthew Poyiadgi, Vice President EMEA, CompTIA.

Tutors

We recognise that expert support and guidance is vital in helping students succeed, and your Home Learning College Tutor is critical to the delivery of this service excellence. When you enrol you are assigned a personal Tutor, an expert in their subject area and trained to support and coach you throughout the duration of your studies.

Tutors are recruited, employed and trained by Home Learning College, ensuring that students have access to the best quality support and tuition available. You will have unlimited access to your personal Tutor via phone, post or online. From the day you enrol, we are committed to seeing you through to the successful completion of your course and beyond.

Virtual Learning Community

Students enrolling with Home Learning College will also benefit from unlimited access to our unique Virtual Learning Community, a secure online environment designed to enhance your learning experience.

Here you will be able to:

• Meet and chat with 30,000 other students
• Set up your own student profile
• Participate in online discussion boards
• Interact with your Tutor
• Access a library of user generated content relating to your course
• Submit coursework
• Access additional learning tools and content
• Watch videocasts and online tutorials
• Access anywhere and anytime

Home Learning College is the only vocational home study provider within the UK to offer students an interactive online community.

Access to our Virtual Learning Community means that you'll have all the flexibility and benefits of studying from home whilst ensuring that you are never actually studying alone.

** Please note that some aspects of the Virtual Learning Community are not yet available.

Study Plan

• Computer Networking Concepts
• The OSI Model
• Network Adapters
• Introducing Protocols
• Network Cabling and Devises
• Inter-computer networking components
• Remote and WAN Connectivity
• TCP/IP Fundamentals
• TCP/IP Addressing and Subnetting
• Name Resolution
• Firewalls and Proxies
• Identifying Network Operating System Features
• Computer networking Clients
• Directory Services
• Troubleshooting Hardware Components
• Troubleshooting computer networking connectivity
• Monitoring/Troubleshooting a Windows Server
• Managing/Troubleshooting Netware Network Resources
• Fault Tolerance and Disaster Recovery
• Routine Maintenance

At the end of each chapter of the CompTIA Network+ Computer Networking course you may complete an optional  assignment and submit this to your tutor.

Study Details

Most students complete the CompTIA Network+ Computer Networking course within approximately 120 hours of study.

Sample Course Material

All our CompTIA Network+ course material is written by experts. To see an example of our course material click on the link below.

• CompTIA Network+ Computer Networking

Careers

With this course you will be able to apply for jobs within the IT industry as a Networking expert and could earn £32,000 - £36,500* per annum.

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*Source: CW Jobs - IT job Specialists @Total Jobs Group Ltd 2006