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Introduction to Networking Training Course | CourseMonster

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  • Course Code CMINTNET
  • Duration 1 Days
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Overview

Introduction to Networkingis a practical training course for teams that need structured, instructor-led skills in Networking Module, Local Area Networks Network, Local Area Networks. CourseMonster has rewritten this summary to make the page clearer for learners, managers and search engines while preserving the key learning outcomes.

This is an overview for both technical and non-technical professionals new to the networking environment. It covers the core networking concepts and components and introduces common hardware and software standards.

This course is a highly efficient way of gaining networking awareness and vocabulary. Equally, it provides the technical specialist with the grounding necessary to do further work in the networking field and is commonly used as a starter course before moving on to other further advanced networking courses.

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CourseMonster SEO course note: Introduction to Networking Training Course | CourseMonster has been positioned as a practical IT Technical learning pathway for teams that need searchable, role-based training outcomes rather than a generic course description. The page now highlights Networking, CourseMonster, certification readiness, workplace application and visible next-step links so learners can compare this course with related CourseMonster programmes.The course is listed as 1 day(s), making it suitable for structured team scheduling.It is especially relevant for it professionals, system administrators, developers, analysts, architects and technical specialists responsible for implementing or supporting the technology covered in this course.

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Audience

IT professionals, system administrators, developers, analysts, architects and technical specialists responsible for implementing or supporting the technology covered in this course.

Skills Gained

  • Learn how to Connect a PC to a Network
  • Learn how to interrogate the PC and Network to identify simple problems
  • Learn about the various equipment used in Networking
  • Gain an understanding of the protocols and communication techniques used by Networks
  • Learn about the Internet Addressing protocols
  • Learn How to connect Local Networks together

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Additional workplace outcomes: Participants can explain where Introduction to Networking Training Course | CourseMonster fits in a wider IT Technical skills roadmap, identify related certifications or follow-on courses, and apply the concepts to real project, operations or service delivery scenarios.

Prerequisites

Delegates should be familiar with MS Windows desktop and command line operations.

Outline

Module 1 – Local Area Networks

  • Network concepts
  • Local Area Networks - Ethernet
  • Standards bodies - the IEEE
  • Segments, frames and addressing
  • Ethernet MAC addressing
  • Types of data delivery
  • The DIX (Ethernet version II) frame
  • LAN hardware – switches
  • Switch operation
  • Network protocol analysers
  • Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet and 10 Gigabit Ethernet
  • Ethernet transmission over copper cables
  • Fibre Optic media
  • Wireless Local Area Networking
  • Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs)
  • Port-based VLANs
  • Inter-VLAN communication

Module 2 – The Internet Architecture and protocol

  • The Internet Protocol
  • The Internet
  • Standards bodies - the Internet
  • TCP/IP architecture
  • The TCP/IP suite
  • Standards bodies – the ISO
  • The ISO OSI 7-layer model
  • Layers and protocol encapsulation
  • Internet Protocol addressing
  • Internet Protocol routing
  • Original IPv4 address classes
  • Multicast addresses
  • IPv4 reserved addresses
  • IPv4 address assignment
  • IPv4 private network addressing

Module 3 – IP Address Resolution

  • Address Resolution Protocol (ARP)
  • The Default GateWay (DGW)
  • Connecting hosts - same network
  • Connecting hosts - different network

Module 4 – IPv4 Address Limitations

  • Limitations of the classful system
  • Subnet extensions
  • Subnet mask application
  • 255.0.0.0 subnet mask application
  • 255.255.0.0 subnet mask application
  • 255.255.255.0 subnet mask application
  • Default subnet masks

Module 5 – IP Address Allocation

  • IP address allocation
  • Dynamic IP address allocation - DHCP
  • Windows DHCP commands

Module 6 – Internet Control Message Protocol

  • Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP)
  • Ping
  • Traceroute (tracert)

Module 7 – IP Routing

  • Routers and routing
  • Static routing
  • Dynamic routing
  • Dynamic routing protocols

Module 8 – Host to Host Communication

  • TCP concepts
  • TCP/UDP ports and port numbers
  • TCP connection set-up
  • Simple reliability
  • User Datagram Protocol (UDP)

Module 9 – IPv4 Network Address Translation (NAT)

  • Address translation
  • Dynamic NAT with Port Address Translation - full cone NAT
  • Restricted Cone NAT
  • Port restricted cone NAT
  • Symmetric NAT

Module 10 – The Application Layer

  • The Domain Name System
  • The Domain Name space
  • Global DNS structure
  • Windows DNS configuration
  • Testing DNS
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Certification

Exam and certification details

This course may support a vendor exam, digital badge or professional certification depending on the selected delivery option. Delegates should confirm exam inclusion, voucher availability, prerequisites, pass mark and version before booking.

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What will I learn in the Introduction to Networking training course?

You will learn the core concepts of Networking Module, Local Area Networks Network, Local Area Networks, how they apply in real workplace situations, and how to use the course outcomes to improve team capability.

Is Introduction to Networking suitable for beginners or experienced professionals?

It is suitable for learners who need structured training in Networking Module, with prerequisites depending on the course level, vendor pathway and any certification requirements.

Does the Introduction to Networking course help with certification or exam preparation?

The course includes exam-focused guidance where the vendor certification is applicable; check the exam section and the visible official vendor link for the latest exam code, format and syllabus.

What should I study after Introduction to Networking Training Course | CourseMonster?

A common next step is to compare related CourseMonster courses in the IT Technical pathway. See visible links on this page, including https://www.coursemonster.com/training-courses/it-technical, to choose the most relevant follow-on course.

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