Networking Fundamentals

Networking Fundamentals

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Instructor: Shadow Farrell

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9 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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9 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

156 reviews

Beginner level

Recommended experience

Flexible schedule

3 weeks at 10 hours a week

Learn at your own pace

93%

Most learners liked this course

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Learners will master network theory, internet infrasture, basic network security, management and troubleshooting.

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There are 9 modules in this course

In the Networking Fundamentals course, you’ll learn the basic principles of network theory and terminology. This includes understanding network components, node functions, different types of networks, and network models.

Upon completing this course, you will be able to: ● Understand network theory, terminology, and models ● Implement the OSI model and TCP/IP, including encapsulation and network protocols ● Master the use of networking hardware like switches and routers ● Troubleshoot wired and wireless networks using tools like packet sniffers In addition, you’ll work with software that simulates sophisticated networks, helping you gain practical, hands-on experience. At the end of the course, you’ll complete a capstone project, demonstrating your comprehensive understanding of the course material.

This module provides the student with an opportunity to understand some of the most basic vocabulary used in networking. Students will learn about the categories of networks and the standard network models.

What's included

7 videos12 readings4 assignments3 discussion prompts

7 videos Total 30 minutes

Introduction to the ATA Program 5 minutes
Overview of ATA Track 1 minute
Advice for Completing the ATA Program 6 minutes
Course Syllabus 4 minutes
Definition of Networking 3 minutes
Networking Components 4 minutes
Network Theory Review 7 minutes

12 readings Total 105 minutes

README 5 minutes
Overview of Networking 6 minutes
Node Functions 7 minutes
Local Area Networks (LANs) 3 minutes
Wide Area Networks (WANs) 3 minutes
More Network Terminology 6 minutes
Overview of Network Models 3 minutes
Centralized 4 minutes
Client/Server 3 minutes
Peer-to-Peer 5 minutes
Install Packet Tracer 30 minutes
Create a Simple Network 30 minutes

4 assignments Total 70 minutes

Networking Terminology Practice Assessment 15 minutes
Network Categories Practice Assessment 10 minutes
Standard Network Models Practice Assessment 15 minutes
Network Theory Graded Assessment 30 minutes

3 discussion prompts Total 30 minutes

Are you a network manager? 10 minutes
SOHO anyone? 10 minutes
Peer-to-peer networks 10 minutes

In this module, students will learn about the OSI model and the TCP/IP model which describe how protocols work.

What's included

4 videos7 readings3 assignments

4 videos Total 23 minutes

How the OSI Model Works Part 1 7 minutes
How the OSI Model Works Part 2 5 minutes
How The OSI Model Works Part 3 4 minutes
Protocol Models Review 7 minutes

7 readings Total 26 minutes

Background of the OSI Model 5 minutes
TCP/IP Model Layers 2 minutes
Data Encapsulation 3 minutes
Web Page Protocols 3 minutes
File Transfer Protocols 3 minutes
Email Protocols 5 minutes
Supporting Protocols 5 minutes

3 assignments Total 60 minutes

OSI Model and TCP/IP Model Practice Assessment 15 minutes
Protocols Practice Assessment 15 minutes
Protocol Models Graded Assessment 30 minutes

In this module, students will learn about data transmission methods. After learning about the most common media access methods, they will explore common network connectivity devices. Finally, students will learn about wireless networks.

What's included

5 videos13 readings4 assignments2 discussion prompts

5 videos Total 22 minutes

Introduction to Ethernet 4 minutes
CSMA/CD 4 minutes
CSMA/CA 3 minutes
Network Transmissions and Hardware Review 4 minutes
Wireless Review 8 minutes

13 readings Total 136 minutes

Data Transmission 2 minutes
Transmission Methods 3 minutes
Network Interface Cards 5 minutes
Switches 8 minutes
Routers 3 minutes
WLAN Basics 3 minutes
802.11 Standards 5 minutes
Wireless Security 6 minutes
Wireless Implementation 6 minutes
Explore NICs 20 minutes
Explore Hubs and Switches 20 minutes
Explore Routers 30 minutes
Configure Wireless 25 minutes

4 assignments Total 75 minutes

Data Transmission and Media Access Methods Practice Assessment 15 minutes
Network Connectivity Devices Practice Assessment 15 minutes
Wireless Networks Practice Assessment 15 minutes
Network Transmissions and Hardware Graded Assessment 30 minutes

2 discussion prompts Total 20 minutes

What's your ethernet? 10 minutes
Do you have a wireless network? 10 minutes

In this module, students will learn about how the IP protocol works. Students will learn about IPv4 and IPv6 addresses and routing.

What's included

15 videos7 readings4 assignments1 discussion prompt

15 videos Total 75 minutes

Rules of TCP/IP 4 minutes
Subnet Masks 3 minutes
Basic ANDing 4 minutes
Local or Remote? Part 1 5 minutes
Local or Remote? Part 2 5 minutes
Local or Remote? Part 3 7 minutes
Routing 6 minutes
Number Systems 2 minutes
Decimal Numbers 4 minutes
Binary Numbers 7 minutes
Hexadecimal Numbers 3 minutes
CIDR Background 4 minutes
Subnetting 8 minutes
CIDR Notation 6 minutes
Internet Protocols Review 6 minutes

7 readings Total 118 minutes

Background 3 minutes
IPv4 Classes 10 minutes
Private IP Addresses 10 minutes
Network Address Translation 15 minutes
IPv6 10 minutes
Design and Implement an IPv4 Network 30 minutes
Configure Routing 40 minutes

4 assignments Total 70 minutes

IPv4 Addressing Practice Assessment 10 minutes
Binary Numbers Practice Assessment 15 minutes
Internet Protocols Practice Assessment 15 minutes
Internet Protocols Graded Assessment 30 minutes

1 discussion prompt Total 10 minutes

Binary to decimal and back again! 10 minutes

In this module, students will learn about the DHCP and DNS services that support TCP/IP. They will also explore some basic troubleshooting commands.

What's included

18 videos2 readings4 assignments

18 videos Total 109 minutes

Static and Dynamic Addressing 8 minutes
The DHCP Lease Process 8 minutes
Centralized DHCP 7 minutes
DHCP Server Settings 7 minutes
DHCP Reservations 6 minutes
Host Names 4 minutes
Fully Qualified Domain Names 3 minutes
Hosts File 7 minutes
DNS Overview 3 minutes
DNS Name Resolution Part 1 8 minutes
DNS Name Resolution Part 2 5 minutes
DNS Servers 7 minutes
DNS Records Part 1 7 minutes
DNS Records Part 2 8 minutes
Split DNS 4 minutes
Ping 5 minutes
Tracert/Traceroute/Pathping 6 minutes
TCP/IP Services Review 7 minutes

2 readings Total 45 minutes

IPConfig/IFConfig 5 minutes
Configure DHCP and DNS 40 minutes

4 assignments Total 50 minutes

Assign IP Addresses Practice Assessment 10 minutes
Domain Name Services Practice Assessment 15 minutes
TCP/IP Commands Practice Assessment 10 minutes
TCP/IP Services Graded Assessment 15 minutes

In this module, students will learn about defense in depth. They will explore controls for securing networks and controls for detecting network intrusions.

What's included

3 videos5 readings3 assignments

3 videos Total 20 minutes

Defense in Depth 5 minutes
Demilitarized Zones 8 minutes
Network Security Review 7 minutes

5 readings Total 109 minutes

Regulating Traffic Between Zones 9 minutes
Controlling Client Access 8 minutes
Intrusion Detection Systems 6 minutes
Types of IDS/IPS 6 minutes
Exploring NAT 80 minutes

3 assignments Total 65 minutes

Perimeter Security Practice Assessment 20 minutes
Intrusion Detection and Prevention Practice Assessment 15 minutes
Network Security Graded Assessment 30 minutes

In this module, students will learn remote access in general and VPNs in specific.

What's included

2 videos4 readings3 assignments

2 videos Total 14 minutes

VPNs 6 minutes
Remote Networking Review 8 minutes

4 readings Total 29 minutes

Remote Access 6 minutes
Remote Access Infrastructure 8 minutes
Remote Access Protocols 7 minutes
VPN Protocols 8 minutes

3 assignments Total 60 minutes

Remote Network Architecture Practice Assessment 15 minutes
Virtual Private Networking Practice Assessment 15 minutes
Remote Networking Graded Assessment 30 minutes

In this module, students will learn the concepts of network management. They will study troubleshooting methodology and review strategies for troubleshooting various types of issues.