CompTIA Network+/Server+ certification | 8-day course

Overview

On this accelerated 8-day CompTIA Network Infrastructure Professional (CNIP) course, you'll get the knowledge and skills to build, maintain, troubleshoot and support server hardware and software technologies. You'll also learn to configure, manage and troubleshoot common wired and wireless networks.

Immersing you in the curriculum through our unique Lecture | Lab | Review learning methodology, you'll get a minimum of 12 hours quality training per day. Combining theory and practice from official CompTIA curricula, your expert instructor will take you through the following courses:

Network+
Server+

Train at twice the speed on this official CompTIA combined course

Firebrand is an Authorised CompTIA Platinum Partner. This means you'll get access to experienced instructors and up-to-date course material, officially approved by CompTIA.

During the course, you'll prepare for and sit the following CompTIA Network+ and Server+ exams, covered by your Certification Guarantee.

Exam N10-006
Exam SK0-003

Upon successful completion of all exams, you will achieve the Network+ and Server+ credentials as well as the aligned CNIP Stackable Certification - proving your skills as a Network Infrastructure Professional.

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Four reasons why you should sit your CNIP course with Firebrand Training

You'll be CNIP trained and certified faster. Learn more on this 8-day accelerated course. You'll get at least 12 hours a day of quality learning time in a distraction-free environment
Your CNIP course is all-inclusive. One simple price covers all course materials, exams, accommodation and meals – so you can focus on learning
Pass CNIP first time or train again for free. Your expert instructor will deliver our unique accelerated learning methods, allowing you to learn faster and be in the best possible position to pass first time. In the unlikely event that you don't, it's covered by your Certification Guarantee
Study CNIP with an award-winning training provider. We've won the Learning and Performance Institute's "Training Company of the Year" three times. Firebrand is your fastest way to learn, with 134.561 students saving more than one million hours since 2001

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Curriculum

Network+

Network architecture

Explain the functions and applications of various network devices
Compare and contrast the use of networking services and applications
Install and configure the following networking services/applications
Explain the characteristics and benefits of various WAN technologies
Install and properly terminate various cable types and connectors using appropriate tools
Differentiate between common network topologies
Differentiate between network infrastructure implementations
Given a scenario, implement and configure the appropriate addressing schema
Explain the basics of routing concepts and protocols
Identify the basics elements of unified communication technologies
Compare and contrast technologies that support cloud and virtualisation
Given a set of requirements, implement a basic network

Network operations

Use appropriate monitoring tools
Analyse metrics and reports from monitoring and tracking performance tools
Use appropriate resources to support configuration management
Explain the importance of implementing network segmentation
Install and apply patches and updates
Configure a switch using proper features
Install and configure wireless LAN infrastructure and implement the appropriate technologies in support of wireless capable devices

Network security

Compare and contrast risk related concepts
Compare and contrast common network vulnerabilities and threats
Implement network hardening techniques
Compare and contrast physical security controls
Install and configure a basic firewall
Explain the purpose of various network access control models
Summarise basic forensic concepts

Troubleshooting

Implement network troubleshooting methodology
Analyse and interpret the output of troubleshooting tools
Common troubleshooting issues:

Wireless
Copper cable
Fibre cable
Network
Security
WAN

Industry standards, practices, and network theory

Analyse a scenario and determine the corresponding OSI layer
Explain the basics of network theory and concepts
Deploy the appropriate wireless standard
Deploy the appropriate wired connectivity standard
Implement the appropriate policies or procedures
Summarise safety practices
Install and configure equipment in the appropriate location using best practices
Explain the basics of change management procedures
Compare and contrast ports and protocols
Configure and apply the appropriate ports and protocols

Server+

Managing server hardware

Server components
Server power
Server cooling
Asset management

Installing a server

Prepare an installation plan
Prepare the server hardware
Set up the server hardware
Install an operating system

Configuring networking

Manage network cabling
Configure network interface cards
Implement IP addressing and network infrastructure services

Creating a virtual environment

Create virtual servers
Create virtual switches

Performing basic server configuration

Configure local server properties
Configure server roles
Set up ip addressing service roles

Administering the server

Update the server
Server administration access and control methods
Create service level agreements
Monitor server performance

Implementing storage solutions

Perform capacity planning
Deploy primary storage devices
Storage technologies
Configure raid

Securing the server

Configure firewalls
Configure security protocols
Implement intrusion detection systems
Implement logical access control methods
Implement data security methods
Apply server hardening techniques
Implement physical security
Create virtual networks

Planning and testing disaster recovery

Implement environmental controls
Manage documentation for the server and the network
Create a disaster recovery plan
Perform backup and restoration

Troubleshooting server issues

Troubleshoot theory and methods
Troubleshoot hardware issues
Troubleshoot software issues
Troubleshoot networking issues
Troubleshoot storage issues
Troubleshoot security issues

Exam Track

You'll sit the following exam at the Firebrand Training Centre, covered by your Certification Guarantee:

CompTIA Network+ Exam N10-006

Number of questions: Maximum of 90 questions
Type of questions: Multiple choice, drag and drops and performance-based
Exam duration: 90 Minutes
Passing score: 720 (on a scale of 100-900)
Languages: English, Japanese and German

CompTIA Server+ Exam SK0-004

Number of questions: Maximum of 100 questions
Type of questions: Multiple choice
Exam duration: 90 Minutes
Passing score: 720 (on a scale of 100-900)
Languages: English, Japanese and Chinese

What's Included

In addition to official course material and exams, you’ll receive:

CompTIA A+ Complete Review Guide Exams 220-901 and 220-902 (ISBN: 978-1-1191-3789-4)
CompTIA Network+ Review Guide: Exam N10-007, 4th Edition (ISBN: 978-1-1194-3230-2)

Your accelerated course includes:

Accommodation *
Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
On-site exams **
Exam vouchers **
Practice tests **
Certification Guarantee ***
Courseware
Up-to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
24-hour lab access
Digital courseware **

* For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply for online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts
*** Pass first time or train again free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Prerequisites

Before attending this course, you should have:

Experience building computers and setting up devices in Windows OS
Knowledge of home networks (ISP connection)
Familiarity with the Windows desktop Environment
Nine months' networking experience
A+ Certification
18 to 24 months of IT experience

Are you ready to get certified in record time?

We interview all applicants for the course on their technical background, degrees and certifications held, and general suitability. If you get through this screening process, it means you stand a great chance of passing.

Firebrand Training is an immersive training environment. You must be committed to the course. The above prerequisites are guidelines, but many students with less experience have other background or traits that have enabled their success in accelerated training through Firebrand Training.

If you have any doubts as to whether you meet the pre-requisites please call 21 96 61 82 and speak to one of our enrolment consultants, who can help you with a training plan.

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Course Dates

Start	Finish	Status	Location
19/2/2024 (Monday)	26/2/2024 (Monday)	Finished - Leave feedback	-
24/6/2024 (Monday)	1/7/2024 (Monday)	Wait list	Nationwide
5/8/2024 (Monday)	12/8/2024 (Monday)	Limited availability	Nationwide
16/9/2024 (Monday)	23/9/2024 (Monday)	Open	Nationwide
28/10/2024 (Monday)	4/11/2024 (Monday)	Open	Nationwide
9/12/2024 (Monday)	16/12/2024 (Monday)	Open	Nationwide

CompTIA - Network Infrastructure Professional (Network+/Server+)