By the end of this course, participants will: ● Describe foundational networking concepts, including the role of the OSI model, and explain how devices access network resources.. ● Understand and implement IPv4 and IPv6 addressing schemes, and grasp the principles of IP routing. ● Perform initial settings and basic configurations on routers and switches to enable end-to- end connectivity. ● Be able to design a simple LAN and implement IP addressing schemes for it.
Course Outline: CCNA (Introduction to
Networks)
Course Summary
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Subject |
Comments |
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1 |
Course Duration |
72 Hours |
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2 |
Level |
Intermediate |
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3 |
Pre-requisites |
Yes 1. Familiarity with computer hardware components and operating systems (e.g., Windows, MAC OS, or Linux). 2 A general understanding of what IP addresses. 3. Understanding how to navigate the internet and use web browsers effectively. |
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will:
● Describe foundational networking concepts, including the role of the OSI model, and explain how devices access network resources..
● Understand and implement IPv4 and IPv6 addressing schemes, and grasp the principles of IP routing.
● Perform initial settings and basic configurations on routers and switches to enable end-to- end connectivity.
● Be able to design a simple LAN and implement IP addressing schemes for it.
Course Modules
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Module |
Topics Covered |
Duration |
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Module 1: Networking Today |
Module 1A: Introduction Introduction - Why should I take this module - What will I learn to do in this module. - Download and Install Packet Tracer. Module 1B: Networking components - Host Rules - Peer-to-Peer - End Devices - Network media |
4 hours |
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Module 1C: Network Presentations and Topologies - Network Representations - Topology Diagrams Module 1D: Common Types of Networks - Network of many sizes - LANS and WANS - Intranets and Extranets |
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Module 2: Basic Switch and End Device Configuration |
Module 2A: Cisco IOS Access - Operating Systems - Purpose of an OS - Access Methods -Terminal Emulation Programs Module 2B: IOS Navigation - Primary Command Modes - Configuration Mode and Sub configuration Modes - Navigate Between IOS Modes Module 2C: Basic Device Configuration - Device Names - Configure Passwords - Encrypt Passwords - Banner Messages - Video- Secure Administrative Access to a Switch Module 2D: Save Configurations - Configuration Files - Alter the Running Configuration - Video- Alter the Running Configuration - Packet Tracer- Configure Initial Switch Settings - Module 2E: Ports and Addresses - IP Addresses - Interfaces and Ports Module 2F: Configure IP Addressing - Manual IP Address Configuration for End Devices - Automatic IP Address Configuration for End Devices - Switch Virtual Interface Configuration |
5 hours |
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Module 3: Protocols and Models |
Module 3A: The Rules - Communications Fundamentals - Communication Protocols - Rules Establishment |
4 hours |
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- Network Protocol Requirements Module 3B: Protocols - Network Protocol Overview - Network Protocol Functions - Protocol Interaction
Module 3C: Protocol Suits - Network Protocol Suits - TCP/IP Protocol Examples - TCP/IP Protocol suit Module 3D: Reference Models - The OSI Reference Model - The TCP/IP Protocol Model - OSI and TCP/IP Model Comparison |
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Module 4: Physical Layer |
Module 4A: Purpose of the Physical Layer - The Physical Connection The - The Physical Layer Module 4B: Physical Layer Characteristics - Physical Layer Standards - Physical
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