CompTIA Network+ & Security+

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

A. Course Objective

Description: Ready to become a certified CompTIA professional and take your career to the next level? This bundled network and security training course aligns with the CompTIA Network+ and Security+ certification exams and serves as a comprehensive foundation to help you gain marketable and in-demand IT skills.

First, the CompTIA Network+ course will introduce you to the fundamental building blocks that form a modern network, such as hardware, topologies, and protocols, along with an introduction to the OSI model. It then provides in-depth coverage of the most important concepts in contemporary networking, including TCP/IP, Ethernet, wireless transmission, virtual networks, cloud computing, segmentation, security, performance optimization, and troubleshooting. Upon completion of this course, you will gain the skills to build a network from scratch and maintain, upgrade, troubleshoot, and manage an existing network.

The Security+ training covers the essential knowledge and skills required to identify, assess, and mitigate security risks in modern IT environments. This course provides a comprehensive overview of the key concepts and best practices in cybersecurity, including the latest trends and emerging threats. CompTIA Security+ is a widely recognized and well-respected certification in the IT industry that will validate your skills and knowledge in the field of cybersecurity. This vendor-neutral certification course covers a broad range of security topics, including threat management, identity management, access control, cryptography, and network security.

Upon successful completion of the lessons and exercises in this bundled network security certification course, you will be well-prepared to take CompTIA's Network+ certification exam and the Security+ certification exam. You will receive an exam voucher for the CompTIA Network+ and Security+ certification exams. The vouchers cover the fee/cost to sit for the certifying exams upon eligibility.

Competencies to be achieved:

What you will learn

•     Compare common network types, topologies, and architectures


•     The characteristics and uses of networking hardware and tools


•     How to install and configure wired and wireless networks


•     TCP/IP functionality and protocols


•     IP addressing concepts, including subnetting and VLANs


•     Cloud computing, virtualization, and remote access systems and methods


•     Tools and practices for monitoring network performance and health


•     Network safety and security threats and how to mitigate them


•     How to troubleshoot and recover from network problems


•     The purposes of network policies and documentation


•     Fundamental concepts of computer security


•     Cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and assessments


•     Incident preparations, response, and risk management

How you will benefit

•     Course content aligned to the most updated objectives in the CompTIA Network+ and Security+ certification exams


•     Optional hands-on learning activities with simulations and live virtual machine labs


•     Practice on multiple-choice questions to prepare you for your exam


•     Utilize a variety of interactives, assignments, and assessments

Training Services Offered When:  9 Months. This program is offered online with your own chosen start date.

B. Total Cost of Program: $3,295  

C. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition): 

• Instructional Material Requirements: Confirm


• The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The textbook for the Network+ and Security+ courses are accessed via links in the course lessons.

CompTIA Network+ Guide to Networks, by Jill West

CompTIA Security+ Guide to Network Security Fundamentals, by Mark Ciampa

D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):  

• Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

     Labs included in this program are not supported on mobile devices (i.e., phones and tablets).

     Please note that a Windows environment is required to complete some course assignments (N+).

     A motherboard capable of client-side virtualization:

        A 64-bit CPU

        UEFI firmware

        Hardware virtualization support in UEFI

Software Requirements:

    PC: Windows 10 or later. Access to Windows 11 is needed for the textbook module "Installing Windows"

    Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.

     Chromebook 113 or later

 Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.

     Microsoft Word. To complete your assignments, you may need Microsoft Word 2003 or higher, or an equivalent word-processing program, such as LibreOffice, which is available to download for free.

     Adobe Acrobat Reader. (Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.)

• Tools:

Access to copper Ethernet cable-making tools and equipment:

RJ-45 connectors

A crimping tool

Cat5, Cat5e, or Cat6 cable to practice on

• Other:

 A reliable high-speed Internet connection

 Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

• Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The textbook for the Network+ and Security+ courses are accessed via links in the course lessons.

    CompTIA Network+ Guide to Networks, by Jill West

    CompTIA Security+ Guide to Network Security Fundamentals, by Mark Ciampa

E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status/Credential Verification:

Vanessa Plummer
480-377-2700
jobtraining@maricopacorporate.com (preferred)

F. Direct Website link to the program: 

https://careertraining.maricopacorporate.com/training-programs/comptia-certification-training-network-plus-security-plus-vouchers-included/

G. Additional Information:

• Background checks requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:  Although background check requirements may not be necessary for attending the training program or taking the CompTIA exams, participants should be made aware that many IT jobs, especially in sensitive fields like cybersecurity or government contracting, do require background checks. This is completely at the discretion of the employer and the specific requirements of the job.


• Other requirements needed:   None


• Prerequisites:  No

There are no prerequisites to take this course.

Certification Requirements:

 CompTIA recommends the A+ Certification and a minimum of 9 to 12 months of hands-on experience working in a junior network administrator/network support technician job role to complete the Network+ certification exam.

    CompTIA recommends at least 9 to 12 months of networking experience and two years of experience in IT administration with a security focus to take the Security+ certification exam.

H. Refund Policy: Refund Policy for Non-Credit Classes-Unless otherwise specified, students must drop non-credit classes prior to the course start date to be eligible for a 100% refund.

I. Credentials: 

• 
  Industry Recognized: Yes

Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization:  CompTIA Network+ and CompTIA Security+ exams

Stackable: Yes 

Career Pathway:   Higher credentials

• 
  Portable: Yes, this course prepares for national certification, portable to other geographical locations.


• 
  Accredited Curriculum: Yes

Accrediting Agency and Link to Website: https://www.comptia.org/home 

J. Credential Attainment Rate: Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program: New program, therefore no credentials have been earned as of 01/2025

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