Computer Networking Fundamentals

Office, Digital & Business Skills · Beginner–Intermediate · 70 hours

Understand network infrastructure, routing, switching and security fundamentals — the foundation for a network-engineering career.

What you'll learn

• Explain core networking concepts and models
• Understand Ethernet, switching and IP addressing
• Configure basic routing and network services
• Apply fundamental network security
• Prepare for an associate-level networking examination

Course modules

• Module 1: Networking Concepts
• Module 2: The OSI & TCP/IP Models
• Module 3: Ethernet & Switching
• Module 4: IP Addressing & Subnetting
• Module 5: Routing Fundamentals
• Module 6: Network Cabling & Media
• Module 7: Wireless Networking
• Module 8: Network Security Fundamentals
• Module 9: Network Services: DHCP, DNS & NAT
• Module 10: Troubleshooting & Certification Prep
• Module 11: Core Concepts in Depth
• Module 12: Common Mistakes & How to Avoid Them
• Module 13: Tools, Resources & Templates
• Module 14: Standards, Quality & Best Practice
• Module 15: Health, Safety & Ethics
• Module 16: Case Study: A South African Example
• Module 17: Communication & Working with Others
• Module 18: Staying Current & Continuing to Learn
• Module 19: Capstone Project
• Module 20: Review, Assessment & Next Steps

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