What you will learn
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Have a foundational understanding of network administration concepts
- Configure and manage basic network protocols and services
- Understand the fundamentals of IP addressing and subnetting
- Implement basic routing and switching configurations
- Secure network devices and implement access control measures
- Gain insights into wireless networking basics
- Follow best practices for network documentation and change management
Beneficial for
This course is suitable for:
- Entry-level IT Professionals
- Help Desk and Support Staff
- Aspiring Network Administrators
- Anyone interested in gaining basic network administration skills
Course Pre-requisite
Participants should have a basic understanding of:
- Basic computer literacy
- Familiarity with general IT concepts
- No specific networking experience is required
Course Outline
Role and responsibilities of a network administrator
Overview of key network components and devices
Understanding common network topologies and architectures
Design considerations for network layouts
Introduction to networking hardware and devices
Basics of IP addressing: IPv4 vs. IPv6
Subnetting principles and calculations
Overview of key network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP)
Importance of network security
Basics of firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention systems
Securing network devices and access control measures
Understanding routing and switching in networks
Basic configurations for routers and switches
VLANs (Virtual Local Area Networks) and inter-VLAN routing
Importance of network monitoring
Basic troubleshooting techniques and tools
Identifying and resolving common network issues
