CISCO NETWORKING ESSENTIALS
This course introduces a variety of topics to build students’ skills and understanding of networking. The course also introduces networking devices and the Cisco IOS® software. Students will learn how networks are set up, how devices are configured, how communication takes place on a network and the basics of implementing network security best practices which will enhance the students’ confidence in communicating their knowledge and work in networking-related professions. This course includes activities that expand on the course material presented. Upon completion of this course, the end-of-course survey, and the end-of-course assessment, the student will receive a Certificate of Completion.
COURSE OUTLINE
| Chapter 1. Ever Wonder How it Works? | Explain how end-user devices and local networks interact with the global Internet. |
| 1.1 Communicating in a Connected World | Explain the concept of network communication. |
| 1.2 Local Networks | Explain the roles of devices in a network. |
| 1.3 Building a Simple Network | Build a functioning network. |
| Chapter 2. Networks in Our Daily Lives | Explain the requirements for network connectivity. |
| 2.1 Getting Online | Explain the basic requirements for getting online. |
| 2.2 Other Network Considerations | Explain the importance of network representations. |
| 2.3 Cabling and Media | Build an Ethernet cable. |
| Chapter 3. Communicating on a Local Network | Build a small network using an integrated network router. |
| 3.1 Principles of Communications | Explain the importance of standards and protocols in network communications. |
| 3.2 Talking the Language of Networking | Explain how protocol model layers represent network functionality. |
| 3.3 How do Ethernet Networks Work? | Explain how communication occurs on Ethernet networks. |
| 3.4 How are Networks Built? | Explain why routers and switches are important in a network. |
| 3.5 Routing Across Networks | Configure devices on a LAN. |
| Chapter 4. Network Addressing | Explain the importance of IP addressing. |
| 4.1 IPv4 Addresses and Subnet Masks | Explain the features of an IP address. |
| 4.2 Types of IPv4 Addresses | Explain the features of the different types of IPv4 addresses. |
| 4.3 How IPv4 Addresses are Obtained | Configure a DHCP server. |
| 4.4 IPv4 Address Management | Explain the need for public and private addressing. |
| 4.5 Addressing with IPv6 | Explain the need for IPv6. |
| Chapter 5. Providing Network Services | Explain how the protocols of the TCP/IP suite enable network communication |
| Chapter /Section | Goals/Objectives |
| 6.1 What Does a Home Network Look Like? | Compare different types of network connections. |
| 6.2 How Does Wi-Fi Work? | Explain how Wi-Fi functions. |
| 6.3 Setting Up Your Wireless Network | Connect wireless PC clients to a wireless router. |
| 6.4 Choosing ISP Services | Compare the options available for connecting to the ISP. |
| 6.5 Security Considerations on a Home Network | Configure a wireless LAN device to protect data and the network. |
| 6.6 Mobile Devices in the Network | Explain how to configure mobile devices to use various wireless technologies. |
| Chapter 7. Network Security | Configure basic network security. |
| 7.1 Am I at Risk? | Explain network security threats. |
| 7.2 Methods of Attack | Explain other types of network security threats. |
| 7.3 How Can I Protect My Network? | Explain how software tools can mitigate network security threats. |
| 7.4 How Do Firewalls Protect Networks? | Configure a firewall to control network traffic. |
| Chapter 8. Configuring Cisco Devices | Build a simple computer network using Cisco devices. |
| 8.1 Cisco LAN Devices | Explain the basic features of Cisco LAN switches. |
| 8.2 Internetworking Devices | Explain the features of a Cisco small business router. |
| 8.3 Exploring the Cisco IOS | Explain how to use the Cisco IOS. |
| 8.4 Using Show Commands | Use common show commands to view device status. |
| 8.5 Configuring a Cisco Network | Build a switch and router network. |
| Chapter 9. Testing and Troubleshooting | Troubleshoot common network issues found in home and small business networks. |
| 9.1 What To Do When It Does not Work | Explain the steps to take when a new configuration does not work as expected. |
| 9.2 Troubleshooting Issues in Networks | Troubleshoot network problems with common network utilities. |
| 9.3 Identifying and Fixing Common Problems | Troubleshoot a network connectivity problem. |
| 9.4 Working with Customer Support | Explain how to work with customer support. |
Course Venue
Top Floor Rebecca House,
27 Rumuola Road, Rumuola,
Port Harcourt,
Rivers State
Contact
+2348145213923, +2347060467632
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