Information Technology (IT)beginner
Computer Networking Essentials
A foundational course in computer networking for IT beginners and certification candidates, covering network models, IP addressing, routing, switching, wireless networking, and troubleshooting. Completion certifies course training, not a vendor certification exam pass.
10h14 lessonsCertificate included
$243.00
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- Verifiable certificate (valid 24 months)
What you'll learn
- Explain how data travels across networks using the OSI and TCP/IP models
- Configure and troubleshoot IP addressing and subnetting
- Distinguish switching and routing and their roles in a network
- Secure wireless networks and understand common network threats
- Apply a structured method to diagnose common network problems
Syllabus
1. Introduction to Computer Networking · 1 lessons
- Read: Introduction to Computer Networking7 min
2. The OSI Model · 1 lessons
- Read: The OSI Model7 min
3. The TCP/IP Model · 1 lessons
- Read: The TCP/IP Model7 min
4. IP Addressing Fundamentals · 1 lessons
- Read: IP Addressing Fundamentals7 min
5. Subnetting Basics · 1 lessons
- Read: Subnetting Basics7 min
6. Switches and Layer 2 Networking · 1 lessons
- Read: Switches and Layer 2 Networking7 min
7. Routers and Layer 3 Networking · 1 lessons
- Read: Routers and Layer 3 Networking7 min
8. Common Network Protocols and Ports · 1 lessons
- Read: Common Network Protocols and Ports7 min
9. Wireless Networking · 1 lessons
- Read: Wireless Networking7 min
10. Network Security Basics · 1 lessons
- Read: Network Security Basics7 min
11. Network Cabling and Physical Media · 1 lessons
- Read: Network Cabling and Physical Media7 min
12. Network Troubleshooting Methodology · 1 lessons
- Read: Network Troubleshooting Methodology7 min
13. Network Design and Future Trends · 1 lessons
- Read: Network Design and Future Trends7 min
14. Final exam · 1 lessons
- Final exam (25 questions)25 min