Understanding Network Components

This 2-day course is designed to provide an easy to follow introduction to the components and concepts of data networks.
Commencing with an overview of the basic elements of a network, through theoretical study and practical exercises, this course will provide straightforward explanations of each network component and device to achieve a clear understanding of the architecture and operation of a network.

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Duration
2 days

Who should attend?
Sales and marketing personnel, data installers and anyone seeking an understanding of network components

Prerequisites
None

Course objectives
Delegates gain an understanding of the network infrastructure, terminology and concepts of networking

Qualifications
BTEC applied for, CableNet certificate

Related Training
Structured Cabling
Datacommunications Cabling

Course Content (75% Theory, 25% Practical)

Concept of a network
• LAN’s
• WAN’s
• Remote access

Network components
• NICs
• Modems
• Switches
• Routers
• Cabling infrastructure
• Network peripherals
• IP telephones
• Wireless LAN’s
• Topologies
• Collision domains
• Broadcast domains

Communications over networks
• OSI model
• Device addressing (MAC address)
• Network addressing (IP addressing)

Network applications and services
• DHCP
• DNS
• Directories