IT Specialist Networking (INF-101)

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This IT Specialist Networking course helps learners develop professionally in the field of Information Technology as network engineers, network architects, and network specialists. These professionals analyze, develop, and evaluate computer networks and network operations. They also create network inventory, diagnose, and find solutions for faults occurring in networks, troubleshooting, providing support, and solving network issues.

Upon completion of this instructor-led course, learners can expect to gain knowledge of network fundamentals and infrastructure, including cloud concepts, remote access methods, wireless networking, routers, switches, and major protocols (OSI and TCP). Learners will also understand the process of troubleshooting a faulty network using appropriate hardware and software tools.

The goal of this course is to provide learners with the information and tools needed to prepare for the Networking certificate, including text explanations, video demos, lab activities, self-assessment questions, and a practice exam, to increase the chances of passing the exam on the first try.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Analyze and identify the different types of networks
  • Make a decision on the type of network or protocol suitable for a given type of organization
  • Work on switches and routers
  • Provide support to connectivity issues
  • Troubleshoot and find solutions for network faults

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Lesson 1: Networking Fundamentals

  • Define network concepts
  • Define cloud and virtualization concepts
  • Describe remote access methods

Lesson 2: Network Infrastructures

  • Define the characteristics of local area networks (LANs)
  • Define the characteristics of wide-area networks (WANs)
  • Identify wireless networking methods and characteristics
  • Compare and contrast network topologies and access methods

Lesson 3: Network Hardware

  • Describe characteristics of switches
  • Describe characteristics of routers
  • Describe characteristics of physical media

Lesson 4: Protocols and Services

  • Describe the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model
  • Describe the Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) model
  • Describe IPv4 and IPv6 concepts
  • Identify well-known ports
  • Describe name resolution concepts
  • Identify the roles of networking services

Lesson 5: Network Troubleshooting

  • Describe the troubleshooting process in a small-medium business network
  • Use appropriate hardware troubleshooting tools
  • Use appropriate Windows software tools to troubleshoot a problem
  • Use appropriate Linux software tools to troubleshoot a problem

Suitable for

  • Designed for any learner looking to gain expertise in creating a network solution, supporting connectivity issues, configuring security settings or access permissions, and troubleshooting network issues. Becoming Networking certified enables work as a network professional across industries such as education, manufacturing, health care, and finance and insurance

Pre-requisite

  • Basic understanding of computers
  • Usage of internet and search methods
  • Basic knowledge of computer networking
  • Decision making and problem-solving skills

Duration

Certificate​

IT Specialist – Networking

Governing Body

Pearson (Certiport/IT Specialist program)

Examination Body​

Pearson VUE

SKILLING SUITE FEATURES

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Live Contextualised Labs

Improve the experience by offering a handson, live environment where learners can test their knowledge and practice new skills.

Practice Tests And Exam Pass Pledge

Help learners increase their certification readiness with practice tests designed to improve pass rates. If needed, our Exam Pass Pledge means you can give learners a free retake within 30 days of passing their last practice test.

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Course Price

RM675.00

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