Dive into a comprehensive 9-hour college-level computer networking course designed to equip you with the skills to configure, manage, and troubleshoot computer networks while preparing for CompTIA's Network+ exam. Explore a wide range of topics including network devices, services, protocols, WAN technologies, cabling, topologies, IPv4 and IPv6, routing concepts, virtualization, cloud computing, network security, and troubleshooting methodologies. Learn about DHCP, DNS, NAT, wireless and wired network standards, and network monitoring techniques. Gain hands-on experience in implementing basic networks, configuring switches, and managing network infrastructure. Delve into security-related concepts, common vulnerabilities, threats, and hardening techniques. Master the OSI model, transport layer, and ICMP. Developed by Brian Ferrill, an instructor at Edmonds Community College, this course offers in-depth knowledge on network segmentation, patch management, forensic concepts, and safety practices, ensuring a well-rounded understanding of modern networking principles and practices.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro to Network Devices (part 1).
Intro to Network Devices (part 2).
Networking Services and Applications (part 1).
Networking Services and Applications (part 2).
DHCP in the Network.
Introduction to the DNS Service.
Introducing Network Address Translation.
WAN Technologies (part 1).
WAN Technologies (part 2).
WAN Technologies (part 3).
WAN Technologies (part 4).
Network Cabling (part 1).
Network Cabling (part 2).
Network Cabling (part 3).
Network Topologies.
Network Infrastructure Implementations.
Introduction to IPv4 (part 1).
Introduction to IPv4 (part 2).
Introduction to IPv6.
Special IP Networking Concepts.
Introduction to Routing Concepts (part 1).
Introduction to Routing Concepts (part 2).
Introduction to Routing Protocols.
Basic Elements of Unified Communications.
Virtualization Technologies.
Storage Area Networks.
Basic Cloud Concepts.
Implementing a Basic Network.
Analyzing Monitoring Reports.
Network Monitoring (part 1).
Network Monitoring (part 2).
Supporting Configuration Management (part 1).
Supporting Configuration Management (part 2).
The Importance of Network Segmentation.
Applying Patches and Updates.
Configuring Switches (part 1).
Configuring Switches (part 2).
Wireless LAN Infrastructure (part 1).
Wireless LAN Infrastructure (part 2).
Risk and Security Related Concepts.
Common Network Vulnerabilities.
Common Network Threats (part 1).
Common Network Threats (part 2).
Network Hardening Techniques (part 1).
Network Hardening Techniques (part 2).
Network Hardening Techniques (part 3).
Physical Network Security Control.
Firewall Basics.
Network Access Control.
Basic Forensic Concepts.
Network Troubleshooting Methodology.
Troubleshooting Connectivity with Utilities.
Troubleshooting Connectivity with Hardware.
Troubleshooting Wireless Networks (part 1).
Troubleshooting Wireless Networks (part 2).
Troubleshooting Copper Wire Networks (part 1).
Troubleshooting Copper Wire Networks (part 2).
Troubleshooting Fiber Cable Networks.
Network Troubleshooting Common Network Issues.
Common Network Security Issues.
Common WAN Components and Issues.
The OSI Networking Reference Model.
The Transport Layer Plus ICMP.
Basic Network Concepts (part 1).
Basic Network Concepts (part 2).
Basic Network Concepts (part 3).
Introduction to Wireless Network Standards.
Introduction to Wired Network Standards.
Security Policies and other Documents.
Introduction to Safety Practices (part 1).
Introduction to Safety Practices (part 2).
Rack and Power Management.
Cable Management.
Basics of Change Management.
Common Networking Protocols (part 1).
Common Networking Protocols (part 2).
Taught by
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Reviews
4.5 rating, based on 4 Class Central reviews
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Alex InvenaCourse Title: Computer Networking Course - Network Engineering [CompTIA Network+ Exam Prep] Review: If you're aiming to bolster your expertise in network engineering and gear up for the CompTIA Network+ exam, this course is an absolute gem. Packed… -
Zuhaib AliThe "Computer Networking Class - Network Engineering" is really good for anyone who wants to learn about networks and get ready for the CompTIA Network+ test. It talks about important things like network setup, rules, tools, safety, and fixing problems in an easy and interesting way. It gives a mix of things you need to know and do, explaining hard ideas with examples and hands-on practice. The practice tests and real situations help a lot too. In short, if you want to be a network person and understand networks well, you should take this class. -
a good networking course with depth content covering all the areas of networking
easy to understand
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A detailed review of one of the most important skills in academic research: information seeking. In particular, I enjoyed the tutorials on Mendeley and reference management tools. Highly recommended!
