Networking Essentials

About This Course

Networking technology powers the Internet. Networks make it possible for us to use social media, streaming services like Netflix, ride-hailing services like Uber, and much more. Put simply, networks are critical for every industry, which is why demand for networking skills keeps rising. A strong foundational knowledge of networks can lead to a successful career in IT.

This Networking Essentials course prepares you for the entry-level Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Network certification and entry-level roles such as Network Support Technician, Entry-level Help Desk Technician, or IT Support Specialist. You will learn how networks operate, including the devices, media, and protocols that enable network communication. Develop key skills so you can perform basic troubleshooting, using effective methodologies and help desk best practices.

Course Introduction

Module 1: Communication in a Connected World

Module 2: Network Components, Types, and Connections

Module 3: Wireless and Mobile Networks

Module 4: Build a Home Network

Module 5: Communication Principles

Module 6: Network Media

Module 7: The Access Layer

Module 8: The Internet Protocol

Module 9: IPv4 and Network Segmentation

Module 10: IPv6 Addressing Formats and Rules

Module 11: Dynamic Addressing with DHCP

Module 12: Gateways to Other Networks

Module 13: The ARP Process

Module 14: Routing Between Networks

Module 15: TCP and UDP

Module 16: Application Layer Services

Module 17: Network Testing Utilities

Module 18: Network Design

Module 19: Cloud and Virtualization

Module 20: Number Systems

Module 21: Ethernet Switching

Module 22: Network Layer

Module 23: IPv4 Address Structure

Module 24: Address Resolution

Module 25: IP Addressing Services

Module 26: Transport Layer

Module 27: The Cisco IOS Command Line

Module 28: Build a Small Cisco Network

Module 29: ICMP

Module 30: Physical Layer

Module 31: Data Link Layer

Module 32: Routing at the Network Layer

Module 33: IPv6 Addressing

Module 34: IPv6 Neighbor Discovery

Module 35: Cisco Switches and Routers

Module 36: Troubleshoot Common Network Problems

Module 37: Network Support

Module 38: Cybersecurity Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Attacks

Module 39: Network Security