Networking

Module 1: Introduction to Networking

• What is a network?
• Types of networks: LAN, WAN, MAN, PAN
• Network topologies: Star, Ring, Bus, Mesh, Hybrid
• Network components: Router, Switch, Hub, Modem, Access Point
• OSI Model Overview (7 Layers)

Module 2: Network Protocols and Models

• OSI vs TCP/IP models
• Protocols and their functions:
  • IP (Internet Protocol)
  • TCP (Transmission Control Protocol)
  • UDP (User Datagram Protocol)
  • HTTP/HTTPS, FTP, SMTP, DNS
• IP Addressing (IPv4 & IPv6)
• Subnetting and CIDR notation

Module 3: IP Addressing and Subnetting

• Private vs Public IP addresses
• Network masks and subnetting
• Calculating network, broadcast, and host addresses
• Introduction to NAT (Network Address Translation)
• Hands-on subnetting exercises

Module 4: Switching and Routing Basics

• Difference between switch, router, and hub
• MAC addresses and ARP
• Routing basics: Static vs Dynamic routing
• Common routing protocols: RIP, OSPF, EIGRP
• VLANs and inter-VLAN routing

Module 5: Network Devices and Cabling

• Types of network devices: Switches, Routers, Firewalls, Access Points
• Cables and connectors: Twisted Pair (Cat5/6), Fiber Optics, Coaxial
• Wireless networking basics (Wi-Fi standards, channels, SSID)

Module 6: Wireless Networking

• Wi-Fi standards (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
• Wireless security: WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3
• SSID, channel, and frequency basics
• Wireless troubleshooting and site surveys

Module 7: Network Security Fundamentals

• Introduction to network security
• Firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS
• Security best practices: Password policies, ACLs
• Basic encryption concepts (SSL/TLS, HTTPS)

Module 8: TCP/IP and Ports

• Understanding TCP/IP stack
• Common ports and their services:
  • HTTP → 80, HTTPS → 443
  • SSH → 22, FTP → 21, DNS → 53
• Packet structure basics
• Packet capture and analysis using Wireshark

Module 9: Network Troubleshooting

• Troubleshooting methodology
• Common commands: ping, tracert/traceroute, ipconfig/ifconfig, nslookup, netstat
• Identifying and solving connectivity issues
• Using logs and monitoring tools

CCNA: Cisco Certified Network Associate
Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions

Time Duration: 40 hours

Module 1: Introduction to Networking

• What is Networking?
• Types of Networks (LAN, WAN, MAN, WLAN, etc.)
• OSI Model & TCP/IP Model
• Network Devices: Router, Switch, Hub, Access Point
• IPv4 vs IPv6 Overview
• Basics of Data Transmission (Unicast, Broadcast, Multicast)

Module 2: Network Fundamentals

• Binary, Decimal, and Hexadecimal conversions
• IPv4 Addressing & Subnetting
• VLSM (Variable Length Subnet Mask)
• IPv6 Addressing & Types (Global, Link-Local, Multicast, Anycast)
• Address Resolution Protocol (ARP)
• ICMP & Ping, Traceroute

Module 3: Switching Concepts

• Switching vs Routing
• MAC Address & CAM Table
• VLANs (Creation, Benefits, Configuration)
• Inter-VLAN Routing
• Trunking & Encapsulation (802.1Q)
• Spanning Tree Protocol (STP, RSTP)
• EtherChannel (LACP, PAgP)

Module 4: Routing Concepts

• Static Routing
• Default Routing
• Dynamic Routing Protocols (RIP, OSPF, EIGRP – overview)
• OSPF (Single Area Configuration)
• Routing Tables & Administrative Distance
• First Hop Redundancy Protocols (HSRP, VRRP, GLBP – concepts)

Module 5: IP Services

• DHCP (v4 & v6 configuration)
• NAT (Static, Dynamic, PAT/Overloading)
• NTP (Network Time Protocol)
• SNMP Basics
• Syslog & Log Management
• QoS (Quality of Service) Basics
• DNS & DNS Resolution

Module 6: Security Fundamentals

• Threats & Attacks (DoS, MITM, Phishing, etc.)
• AAA Concepts (Authentication, Authorization, Accounting)
• Device Security (Passwords, SSH, Console, VTY, Enable secret)
• Port Security (MAC Binding, Violation Modes)
• ACLs (Standard & Extended)
• Wireless Security (WPA, WPA2, WPA3)

Module 7: Automation & Programmability

• Traditional Networking vs Controller-Based Networking
• SDN Concepts (Cisco DNA Center, APIs, Controllers)
• REST APIs (Basics)
• JSON & YAML Introduction
• Cisco Automation Tools (Ansible, Python basics – overview)

Module 8: WAN & Wireless Networking

• WAN Technologies (MPLS, Metro Ethernet, Broadband, VPN)
• GRE & IPSec VPN Overview
• Wireless Fundamentals (SSID, BSSID, Channels, Frequencies)
• Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) Basics
• CAPWAP Protocol

Module 9: Network Management & Monitoring

• Device Configuration & Backup (TFTP, FTP, SCP)
• Network Monitoring Tools (SNMP, NetFlow, SPAN, RSPAN)
• Troubleshooting Methodologies (Ping, Traceroute, Debug, Show Commands)
• Network Performance Optimization

Module 10: Exam Preparation & Labs

• Review of CCNA Exam Blueprint
• Practice Configuration on Packet Tracer
• Troubleshooting Labs:
  • VLAN & Inter-VLAN Issues
  • Routing & ACL Issues
  • NAT & DHCP Issues
  • WAN & Wireless Issues
• Mock Tests & Practice Questions

MCSA: Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate

Time Duration: 30 hours

Module 1: Installing and Configuring Windows Server 2016

• Windows Server editions & licensing
• Installation options (Desktop Experience, Server Core, Nano Server)
• Post-installation tasks and server configuration
• Remote management with MMC, PowerShell, Server Manager
• Roles and Features (IIS, Hyper-V, DNS, DHCP, etc.)
• Windows Deployment Services (WDS) & Windows Imaging

Module 2: Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS)

• Introduction to AD DS concepts
• Installing Domain Controllers
• Managing user, group, and computer accounts
• Organizational Units (OUs) and Group Policy Objects (GPOs)
• AD DS replication and sites
• Active Directory Administrative Center & PowerShell integration

Module 3: Networking with Windows Server

• IPv4 & IPv6 configuration
• DHCP Server roles (scopes, reservations, options, failover)
• DNS Server roles (zones, records, forwarders, delegation)
• Network Policy Server (NPS)
• IP Address Management (IPAM)

Module 4: Storage Solutions

• Storage Spaces & Storage Pools
• Disk Management (MBR vs GPT, Basic vs Dynamic)
• File Systems (NTFS, ReFS, FAT32)
• DFS (Distributed File System)
• iSCSI Target and Initiator
• Data Deduplication

Module 5: Virtualization with Hyper-V

• Introduction to Hyper-V
• Creating and managing Virtual Machines
• Virtual Switches (External, Internal, Private)
• Storage and Checkpoints for VMs
• Hyper-V Replica & Live Migration
• Nested Virtualization

Module 6: Identity Management & Access Solutions

• Group Policy Management (GPO configuration, inheritance, enforcement)
• Fine-grained password policies
• Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS)
• Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS)
• Active Directory Rights Management Services (AD RMS)
• Multi-factor Authentication (MFA)

Module 7: High Availability and Disaster Recovery

• Failover Clustering concepts
• Implementing and managing Failover Clusters
• Load Balancing with NLB (Network Load Balancing)
• Backup and Restore with Windows Server Backup
• Disaster Recovery using Hyper-V Replica and Site Recovery

Module 8: Security & Compliance

• Windows Firewall with Advanced Security
• Implementing Security Baselines
• BitLocker Drive Encryption
• Just Enough Administration (JEA)
• Privileged Access Management (PAM)
• Monitoring and auditing with Event Viewer

Module 9: Monitoring & Maintenance

• Performance Monitor & Resource Monitor
• Task Manager & Event Viewer logs
• WSUS (Windows Server Update Services)
• Troubleshooting startup, services, and driver issues
• Remote Server Management tools
• PowerShell scripting for automation

Module 10: Exam Preparation & Labs

• Hands-on Labs:
  • AD DS deployment
  • DHCP/DNS configuration
  • Hyper-V setup
  • Group Policy management
  • Failover Clustering