Total Time: 5 hour(s)

Summary: 
This course provides an overview of basic networking concepts such as the client/server model, types of networks, network topologies, and major network operating systems. It examines networking protocols and the OSI Reference Model, and discusses LANs and WANS, communication devices, and transmission types and media used in networking.

Ojectives: 
After completing this course, students will be able to:
Describe basic network architectures and topologies
Identify the major network operating systems and their clients
Discuss the Open Systems Interconnection Reference Model (OSI/RM), including the layers and functions at each level
Describe key internetworking protocols, including TCP/IP, and their functions
Explain how various LAN and WAN devices work together
Identify the differences among common transmission media used in networking
Describe different transmission types
Identify LAN and WAN standards

Topics: 
Networks and the Client/Server Model
Web-Based Networking
Network Topologies
Network Operating Systems
The OSI Reference Model
Packets
OSI/RM Protocols
Networking Protocols
Choosing and Combining Protocols
Basics of LANs and WANs
Network Components
Transmission Media
Transmission Types
IEEE and Other LAN Standards
WAN Standards
T-Carrier and E-Carrier Systems

Technical Requirements: 
P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Flash 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Javascript, DHTML and cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.