This course covers the heart of the Network+ exam and the foundation of every network: TCP/IP and routing. Covering approximately 4 hours and 1 minute of expert instruction across TCP/IP fundamentals and routing concepts, learners develop a deep understanding of how IP addressing, subnetting, and routing protocols enable inter-network communications.
TCP/IP Fundamentals & Routing
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level
Recommended experience
5 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
How to design and implement IPv4 and IPv6 addressing schemes including subnetting, CIDR notation, and NAT for various network sizes
How to configure static routes and explain dynamic routing protocols including OSPF and BGP and their use cases
How to use TCP/IP diagnostic tools to troubleshoot addressing and routing issues in wired network environments
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June 2026
Assessments
3 assignments
Taught in English
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