The network field is perhaps one of the fastest growing fields of expertise in the industry, and several certifications are available in the Network field, including the CompTIA Network + certification. Networking is the most integral component of information security today and network knowledge is a requirement to be a proficient information cyber security specialist.
CompTIA Network+ prepares networking professionals to earn vendor-neutral certifications in other areas of expertise. A certification by CompTIA, Network+ (N+), helps demonstrate a person’s knowledge in TCP/IP, managing a network, network operating systems, and installing and upgrading networks.
The CompTIA Network+ certification ensures that the successful candidate has the important knowledge and skills necessary to:
Design and implement functional networks
Configure, manage, and maintain essential network devices
Use devices such as switches and routers to segment network traffic and create resilient networks
Identify benefits and drawbacks of existing network configurations
Implement network security, standards, and protocols
Troubleshoot network problems
Support the creation of virtualized networks
Prerequisite:
Required: There are no required prerequisites for Network+ certification.
Recommended: It is recommended for CompTIA Network+ candidates to have the following:
1. CompTIA A+ certification or equivalent knowledge, though
2. CompTIA A+ certification is not required.
Have at least 9 to 12 months of work experience in IT Networking
Course objectives:
Network Concepts
Networking Infrastructure
Network Operations
Network Security
Network Troubleshooting and Tools
SQA Framework:
The CompTIA N + program also offers a number of shorter curricula that are related to SQA standalone HN Units. These are also assessed by means of restricted response questions and practical labs and so can give credit transfer to complete units. Learner can earn up to 40 credits upon passing all exams successfully.
What this Qualification prepares you for?
The recently updated CompTIA N+ course curriculum prepares students for the CompTIA N+ certification. CompTIA N+ course can be followed by specialist exams for IT Technicians, Server, Security, Remote Support and Depot Technicians.
Hands on Experience:
Plenty of hands on experience is provided under CompTIA certified Instructors supervision. Troubleshooting, configuring and managing networking systems on live equipment’s such as Cisco Routers & Switches.
Modes of Learning: (for further details, please read the attached document)
You have the option of undertaking this course via following learning modes:
1.) Face to Face (Classroom based Learning): You will attend the class each week on its specified day and time at your designated centre (Edinburgh or Glasgow)
2.) Virtual Learning: Live traditional face to face class will broadcast remotely via our online settings through Microsoft Team
3.) Blended Learning: Mixture of Face to face and Virtual learning (must inform when joining the course).
4.) ELearning is available for this course.
Job Roles:
Junior Network Administrator
Computer Technician
Network Field Support Technician
Help Desk Technician
Junior System Engineer
Remote Support Engineer
System Engineer
IS Consultant
Network Support Specialist
Network Field Engineer
Network Analyst
Computer Networking & Emerging Technologies Instructor
Education & Training Specialist and Network Technician
Course funding: SAAS: Scottish Awards Agency for Scotland
This course is funded by SAAS part time funding which is available to eligible individuals only;
SAAS General funding eligibility requirement:
1. You have to be a resident of Scotland
2. Either employed and earning less than 25k a year or can be unemployed as well.
3. Have not used the SAAS funding in this Academic Year.
Other criteria;
Students do not need to pay it back as this is a grant not a loan.
This funding is different from the full time funding which can be applied by someone who previously granted for a degree, postgrad or any other full time studies (HNC/HND) etc.
Part time funding cannot be received on a same session if one is already receiving any part/full time funding for other courses.
Part Time funding can only be used for one course per academic year.
SAAS part time funding academic year starts from Aug to July.
For more information on this, please visit the below link;
https://www.saas.gov.uk/_forms/funding_guide.pdf
To check your funding eligibility:
Please follow the below link to check if you qualify for the course funding;
