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Introduction to Networking

Course ID: NET-3100AE
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Businesses, schools, and other organizations rely on computer networks, which explains why employees and contributors with networking skills are in high demand. Are you ready to learn the fundamentals of computer networking in terms you can easily understand? If so, the online Introduction to Networking course will help you understand why networks have become so important, how software and hardware make networking possible, and how networks function. This course will also give you the foundation to understand and get ahead in any career involving the world of computers, networks, the Internet, and the cloud.

Course Objectives

Become capable of performing basic computer networking tasks.

Understand DSL connectivity or configuring connections to an Internet Service Provider.

Gain the foundation you need to begin training for CCNA Certification or employment in a computer networking career.

Outline of instruction

Lesson 1 - History of Networking

Lesson 2 - How Networks Operate

Lesson 3 - Peer-To-Peer Versus Client/Server

Lesson 4 - Network Types and Topologies

Lesson 5 - Segmentation and Routing

Lesson 6 - Protocols

Lesson 7 - TCP/IP

Lesson 8 - Name Resolution and Services

Lesson 9 - Wide Area Networks (WANs)

Lesson 10 - Remote Access

Lesson 11 - Making Internet Connections

Lesson 12 - Review and Conclusion

Contact Hours

CEUs

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

None

CE or CU Articulation

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites to take this course.

Text and Supplies Needed

Hardware Requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:
PC: Windows 10 or later.
Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

None

Requirements for Successful Completion

90% attendance"• Students must successfully pass 10 quizzes with a minimum grade of 70% by the second quiz attempt.
• If all quizzes are not passed with 70 or better by the second attempt, the final exam score must be 70% or higher on the first attempt for successful completion.
• The Final Exam must be taken by the Wake Tech course end date
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