Networking for Beginners – (Instructor Led / Physical)

What Will You Learn?

• In the Basic Networking for Beginners course, you will acquire essential knowledge and practical skills to understand and manage fundamental networking concepts. By the end of this course, you will be able to:
• Understand Networking Fundamentals:
• Definition and Purpose: Gain a clear understanding of what networking is and why it is crucial for communication and resource sharing.
• Network Types: Learn about different types of networks, including Local Area Networks (LANs) and Wide Area Networks (WANs), and their characteristics.
• Familiarize Yourself with Network Models and Protocols:
• OSI Model: Understand the seven layers of the OSI model, including Physical, Data Link, Network, Transport, Session, Presentation, and Application layers, and their functions.
• TCP/IP Model: Learn about the four layers of the TCP/IP model and how they compare to the OSI model.
• Common Protocols: Explore key networking protocols such as IP, TCP, UDP, HTTP/HTTPS, FTP, DHCP, and DNS, and their roles in network communication.
• Identify and Use Network Devices:
• Routers: Understand the role of routers in connecting different networks and managing data traffic.
• Switches: Learn how switches operate within LANs, including their function in directing data based on MAC addresses.
• Access Points: Discover how wireless access points enable devices to connect to a network wirelessly.
• Cabling and Connectors: Gain knowledge about different types of network cables (e.g., Ethernet cables) and connectors (e.g., RJ45, fiber optic).
• Master IP Addressing and Subnetting:
• IP Addressing: Learn the structure of IPv4 and IPv6 addresses and how they are used to identify devices on a network.
• Subnetting: Understand the concept of subnet masks, how to calculate subnet addresses, and practice basic subnetting techniques.
• Configure and Manage Basic Network Settings:
• IP Address Assignment: Learn how to configure static and dynamic IP addresses.
• Subnet Mask Configuration: Understand how to set up subnet masks to define network and host portions of IP addresses.
• Network Services: Explore the functions of DHCP (for automatic IP address assignment) and DNS (for translating domain names into IP addresses).
• Learn Basic Network Security Concepts:
• Security Fundamentals: Understand the importance of network security and learn about basic security measures such as firewalls and encryption.
• Common Threats: Identify common security threats like viruses, malware, and phishing, and understand preventive measures.
• Best Practices: Implement best practices for network security, including strong password management and network segmentation.
• Develop Troubleshooting Skills:
• Common Issues: Learn to identify and resolve typical network problems, such as connectivity issues and configuration errors.
• Diagnostic Tools: Use essential network troubleshooting tools like Ping, Traceroute, and IP Config/IFCONFIG to diagnose and address network issues.
• Apply Knowledge through Hands-On Labs:
• Network Setup: Gain practical experience by setting up a basic network with switches, routers, and devices.
• IP Addressing and Configuration: Practice configuring IP addresses and subnet masks in a controlled environment.
• Troubleshooting Exercises: Use diagnostic tools to troubleshoot and resolve common network issues in simulated scenarios.