Course Description
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of networking concepts, protocols, and technologies. It is designed for individuals seeking to develop skills in network administration and engineering, focusing on both theoretical knowledge and practical applications.
**Lecture 1: Introduction to Networking and Networking Hardware**
Overview of Networking Concepts
Types of Networks Network Topologies
Introduction to the OSI Model
Routers and Switches
Cables and Connectors
Understanding IP Addressing
**Lecture 2: Network Security Concepts**
Securing Network Devices
Implementing Switch Port Security
Implementing DHCP
**Lecture 3: Network Configuration and Management - Switching**
Spanning Tree
VLANs and Trunking
Ether Channel/Port Channels
Basic Troubleshooting Techniques
**Lecture 4: Network Configuration and Management - Routing**
Configuring Routers.
Configuring IP Addresses and Static Routing.
Dynamic Routing.
FHRP.
Basic Troubleshooting Techniques
**Lecture 5: Dynamic Routing Protocols – Interior Gateway Protocols**
Understand and Configure RIP
Understand and Configure EIGRP
OSPF as a preferred Protocol
**Lecture 6`: Interior Gateway Protocols - OSPF**
Understanding OSPF Concepts
Implementing Basic OSPF Design
Implementing Complex OSPF Topologies.
**Lecture 7: : Dynamic Routing Protocols – Exterior Gateway Protocols - BGP**
Understanding BGP Concepts
Implementing BGP
Redistributing Routes between BGP and OSPF
**Lecture 8: RealTime Project and Review**
Project: Designing a Network
Presentation of Projects
Project Review and Q&A
Feedback and Next Steps
**Assessment Methods: **
Weekly Quizzes
Hands-on Labs
Group Project
**Prerequisites: **
Basic understanding of computer systems
Familiarity with operating systems (Windows/Linux) and IP Addressing/Subnetting
