You will learn to describe basic network functionality, explain how LANs and WANs are used, identify the types of network addressing, explain network design basics, and describe how common networking components such as hubs, switches, and routers operate.

	Networking basics
	LANs and WANs Networking timeline Networking challenges
	Computer network elements Networking applications and their impact on performance
	Network bandwidth issues
	Network connectivity and segmentation Common networking hardware LAN basics LAN cabling Ethernet basics WAN basics Frames and packets Network addressing basics
	Networking protocols Problem-solving protocols TCP/IP basics
	Network security
	Network management issues

2. Networking Standards and the OSI Model

You will be able to explain the role that standards play in today's computer networks, including standards involved in LANs, WANs, and the Internet. Understand the OSI model and how it is used in networks.

	Networking standards Standards overview Standards organizations Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers standards Common LAN standards LAN cabling standards
	UTP cable categories
	Common WAN services
	Common WAN serial interface standards
	History of the Internet Internet organizations Internet standards process RFC overview
	OSI model overview OSI model layers OSI network communication Layer 1: Physical layer Layer 2: Data Link layer Layer 3: Network layer Layer 4: Transport layer Layer 5: Session layer Layer 6: Presentation layer Layer 7: Application layer
	Comparison of the OSI model to other networking protocols

3. LAN Components

Understand LAN evolution and uses, typical components, and hardware and software requirements for connecting devices. Learn about the functionality of a network interface card, how a LAN is cabled, the functionality of routers and switches, and how LANs are managed.

	Local Area Networks History of LANs LAN uses and benefits Typical LAN components Computer requirements Software requirements Network Interface Cards NIC drivers
	LAN cabling overview
	Category 5 UTP overview Category 5 UTP installation guidelines Cable pin-outs
	Fiber optic cabling overview Fiber optic cable types Typical fiber optic backbone installation Connectivity devices Switches Routers
	LAN management LAN baselines Protocol analyzers

4. Ethernet Overview

You will learn to explain how Ethernet operates and and how hubs, switches, and routers function. Learn to decode frames with a protocol analyzer; to integrate 10, 100, and 1,000 Mbps Ethernet; and use Ethernet ports and cables.

	Ethernet evolution History of Ethernet Carrier Sense Multiple Access/Collision Detection Operation Ethernet collision domains
	10 Mbps and 100 Mbps Ethernet connectivity options Gigabit Ethernet connectivity options
	Ethernet version II frame structure Ethernet type field IEEE 802.3 with 802.2 frame format Captured frame displayed by a protocol analyzer Ethernet equipment overview Ethernet ports and connectors RJ-45 ports Ethernet MDI-X and MDI ports
	Ethernet straight-through and crossover cables Half-duplex and full-duplex operation Ethernet transceivers Ethernet hubs Ethernet hub functionality Ethernet switches Ethernet switch operation Ethernet Virtual LANs VLAN implementation Ethernet routers 10 Mbps Ethernet 10Base5 10Base2 10BaseT 10BaseFL
	10 Mbps Ethernet design rules The 5-4 rule Fast Ethernet 2-1 rule
	100 Mbps Ethernet overview 100BaseTX 100BaseT4 100BaseFX
	Gigabit Ethernet overview 1000BaseTX 1000BaseSX 1000BaseLX 1000BaseLH Integrating 10, 100, and 1,000 Mbps Ethernet Ethernet performance issues

5. Network Operating Systems

You will understand the common services offered, the difference between peer-to-peer and dedicated client/server arrangements, and which vendors and products are currently available.

	NOS overview
	The client/server concept Dedicated client/server network environment Peer-to-peer client/server network environment
	File service
	Print service
	Mail service
	Communications service
	Database service
	Directory/security services
	NOS protocol comparison Typical UNIX protocol structure Novell NetWare protocol structure Windows NT protocol structure AppleShare protocol structure Other NOSs

6. TCP/IP Overview

You will understand the components of a TCP/IP protocol stack, IP addressing and subnetting, and the role of TCP in transmission. You will use TCP/IP applications like FTP and Telnet, and use PING to test your network.

	The TCP/IP protocol suite
	Network Access layer
	Internet layer The IP version 4 header IP addressing Binary numbers
	Subnetting Subnet mask overview Class A subnetting Class B subnetting Class C subnetting Subnet mask examples Subnetting examples Variable length subnetting Variable length subnet mask example
	Default gateway overview
	IP address servers
	The PING command
	ARP ARP in action
	IP version 6
	Host-to-Host layer TCP/IP ports TCP header UDP header
	Process layer: applications FTP and TFTP Telnet E-Mail HTTP DNS BootP SNMP

7. Internetworking Overview

Learn how to physically segment a network using a bridge or a switch, understand how logical segmentation is obtained using routers, and list various types of firewalls in use today.

	Network segmentation
	Networking equipment
	Physical segmentation
	Bridging and switching Bridge and switch operation Bridge and switch types Ethernet switching Spanning Tree algorithm Token ring switching FDDI switching ATM switching Logical segmentation
	Routing overview Routing IP Routing protocols Routing metrics Routing protocol operation RIP RIP routing tables RIP 1 message format RIP 2 message format OSPF OSPF messages IGRP BGP
	Firewalls Firewall types

8. WAN Components

Learn how WANs are obtained and used, components, and how SONET works in a WAN.

	WAN overview
	Telecommunications infrastructure
	Connection types: PVC and SVC
	WAN technologies WAN circuit switching WAN packet switching Wide area transmission rates
	WAN media types and physical interfaces WAN signaling specifications
	WAN equipment Modems DSU/CSU
	Multiplexing Time Division Multiplexing TDM hierarchy Multiplexing example
	SONET Overview SONET specifications

9. WAN Services

Identify the differences between circuit- and packet-switching networks, the operation of dedicated circuits like T1 lines and the use of ATM. Compare and contrast X.25 and Frame Relay.

	WAN access and services WAN service options
	Leased lines DDS T1 service Fractional T1 service T3 and fractional T3
	Switched lines POTS ISDN overview ISDN BRI ISDN PRI SMDS DSL
	Packet-switching networks X.25 overview
	Frame Relay overview Components Operation Frame format CIR
	ATM overview Implementations Layers Service classes Cell structure Virtual paths and channels

10. The Internet

You will be able to explain the structure of the Internet, describe an intranet, list common Internet applications, and explain how a URL is used.

	Overview and structure
	Intranets
	Accessing the Internet
	Internet applications and tools The World Wide Web URL HTTP Java
	Networking resources on the Internet
	Future Internet trends

Hands-On Lab 1: Classroom Network Components

Get a solid understanding of the basics of networking and Internet. Use that knowledge to link the function of networking into the seven-layer OSI model. Discover what a protocol really is and the governing bodies that administer the standards around protocols.

	Lab #1 - Overview of the Classroom Network
	Lab #2 - Installing the Classroom Network

Title 2: Introduction to LANs - 281993

Discover and understand the functions of all the pieces and components that make up a Local Area Network. Including how Ethernet works from the specifics on the protocol and standards to basic Ethernet Frame formats and the function and flavors of Network Operating systems with a focus on the services they provide.

Lab #3 - Exploring the Classroom Network

Title 4: TCP/IP, Routing, and Switching Primer - 281995

Get a nuts and bolts look at TCP/IP from addressing and subnetting to the TCP/IP application suite. With an understanding of TCP/IP you can dive into the concepts and functions of an Internetwork by learning the basics of switching, routing and the routing protocols.

	Lab #5 - Configuring IP Parameters
	Lab #6 - Testing the Network Connectivity - Ping
	Lab #7 - Monitoring Classroom Network Activity
	Lab #8 - FTP
	Lab #9 - Switch Lab
	Lab #10 - Installing 100mp Ethernet
	Lab #11 - DNS
	Lab #12 - DHCP
	Lab #13 - LAN Router Installation

Title 3: Introduction to WANs - 281994

Take a look at the components that make Wide Area Networks including circuit switching, packet switching, signaling methods, transmission types and connection types. Relate those components to the basic services you use to connect your LAN to the Internet which include T-Carrier, ISDN, ATM and Frame Relay.

Lab #14 - WAN Router Installation

Title 5: 14 Simulation Labs - 282565