TECU 8027: Networking Essentials
Learn how to install, configure, operate, and troubleshoot an enterprise network.
Program Overview
The Networking Essentials course provides learners with a broad foundational understanding of networking. It is suitable for anyone interested in a career in Information and Communication Technology (ICT), or a related career pathway. The primary emphasis is on networking knowledge with a small number of basic skills that are useful for a home or a small office home office (SOHO) network. Various types of hands-on labs provide practical experience, including procedural and troubleshooting labs, skills integration challenges, and model building. All hands-on labs in the course can be completed via PacketTracer.
Duration
Approximately 30 hours
Estimated Tuition
$1850
EdAssist discounted rate: $1,665Ways to Learn
Online
Credit
2 PDUs
Undergraduate Professional Development UnitsLive Online Format
This course is also taught with UMass Global’s LIVE ONLINE training format using a video communications software. Students receive the same high-quality training as found in a traditional classroom setting. Join us from anywhere with an internet connection.
Course Schedule
Location: Live Online
Registration opens at least 6 weeks prior to the start of each course.
Meets Monday – Thursday:
- 4:45 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Pacific (7:45 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Eastern)
Students will receive detailed course information on the Friday prior to the start of class. For more information, contact: [email protected]
LIVE ONLINE training includes:
- Delivered in real time by an instructor
- Full access to course presentations and documents
- Live interaction with classmates and instructor using a collaborative learning platform
- Play back recording of any class for later review
Upon successful mastery of this course, you will be able to:
- Gain the knowledge you need to install, configure, operate, and troubleshoot an enterprise network
- Qualify for professional-level job roles in advance routing and services
- Provide an experience-oriented course that employs industry-relevant instructional approaches to prepare students for entry-level jobs in the industry
- Enable students to have significant hands-on interaction with IT equipment to prepare them for certification exams and career opportunities
This course is part of the 4-course Cisco CCNA Program
Switching, Routing & Wireless Essentials
Enterprise Networking Security & Automation
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