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The distance learning Networking Essentials course is the perfect home study course to ensure that you succeed in this exciting field. Our uniquely flexible Networking Essentials home learning course has no time limits. You can start your home learning course whenever you like and there are no deadlines to meet, so you can adapt your distance education course to meet your needs, all from the comfort of your own home.

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Networking Essentials Course

A Distance Learning Course of 1 Lesson
Course Description
This series presents networking theory and concepts. It may be used to help prepare for the MCSE Networking Essentials exam 70-58. This series defines common networking terms, models, classifications, file services, and applications. Networking standards such as the OSI reference model, SLIP, PPP, IEEE 802, NDIS, and ODI are discussed in detail. Network topologies are covered, including the various media and selection of appropriate media for different situations. Additional topics covered include connectivity for Token Ring and Ethernet networks, WAN connection services, and network devices, packet routing, and switches. Advanced topics include the process of implementing resource sharing, disaster recovery, and fault tolerance. Troubleshooting strategies are also provided, including available tools and resources.
Course Syllabus
TERMINOLOGY

Covers networking theory and some of the basic terms and concepts used in networking. While the course targets objectives from the Standards and Terminology section of the MCSE Networking Essentials exam 70-058, and examples are given in terms of Microsoft solutions, the topics covered are generally applicable to all networking models.
  • Network Concepts and Components
  • Network Models
  • Network Security and Classifications
  • Network File Services
  • Network Applications

STANDARDS

Explores some networking standards, including the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) reference model, Serial Line Internet Protocol (SLIP), Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP), the IEEE 802 standards, Network Driver Interface Specification (NDIS), and Open Data-Link Interface (ODI).
  • Introducing Networking Standards
  • Introducing the OSI Reference Model
  • The OSI Network Layer
  • Completing the OSI Reference Model
  • Network Devices and the OSI Model
  • Using SLIP and IPP
  • The IEEE 802 Family of Standards
  • NDIS and ODI Network Standards

PLANNING A TOPOLOGY

Discusses some of the more common network transmission media, access methods, and topologies. Then it describes how these apply to Ethernet and Token Ring networks.
  • Signal Transmission Basics
  • Coaxial Cable
  • Twisted-Pair Cable
  • Fiber-Optic Cable
  • Wireless Media
  • Mobile Computing
  • Access Methods
  • Physical and Logical Topologies
  • Ethernet
  • Token Ring

PLANNING CONNECTIONS

Examines a variety of protocols, connectivity devices, and some standards for WAN connection services.
  • Transport Protocols
  • Transport Protocols II
  • Transport Protocols III
  • Modem Connectivity
  • Hubs, Repeaters and Bridges
  • Routers and Gateways
  • Connection Services
  • Packet Routing and Switching

IMPLEMENTATION

Deals with the process of implementing resource sharing on a Microsoft network, examines how the use of fault-tolerant disk configurations and a backup strategy can help reduce the danger of lost time and data, and describes the processes of installing and configuring network adapter cards.
  • Resource Sharing Basics
  • User Accounts and Groups in Windows NT
  • Implementing Security on Windows NT
  • Implementing Security on Windows 95
  • Printers and Administrative Tasks
  • Disaster Recovery
  • Using RAID
  • Network Adapter Cards
  • Installing Network Adapter Cards
  • Configuring Network Adapter Cards

TROUBLESHOOTING

Describes some of the strategies and tools you can use to find resources, monitor trends, and troubleshoot network problems.
  • Accessing Resources with NetBIOS
  • Monitoring Trends and Performance
  • Monitoring Traffic and Logging Events
  • Troubleshooting Network Connectivity
  • Other Troubleshooting Issues
Qualifications

Printable Transcript

On completion of this course you may print a transcript off as evidence of your progression throughout the course.

Study Options

This course is an online course. With online study you have access to your entire course from the start of your studies. You can access your course materials, and submit all of your question papers to your personal tutor, online from anywhere in the World using your unique student account.

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Requirements for Entry

There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds.

Study Hours

This is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each lesson there is a question paper that needs to be completed and returned to your tutor. You should allow at least 1 - 2 hours of study to complete each question paper.

The approximate amount of time required to complete the course is: 40 hrs.

Additional Information
This course is different to other courses hosted on Elearnuk. The course is supplied by Stonebridge Associated Colleges in conjunction with Stonebridge IT School.

Once you have enrolled and paid for your course you will receive an email within 24-72 hours. The email will contain your username and password to login to your course.
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