About this course
Networking technology powers the Internet. Networks make it possible for us to use social media, streaming services like Netflix, ride-hailing services like Uber, online shopping through Amazon, and much more. Put simply, networks are critical for every industry, which is why demand for networking skills keeps rising. A strong foundational knowledge of networks can lead to a successful career in IT.
The Network Technician Career Path prepares you for the entry-level Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Networking certification and entry-level roles such as Network Support Technician, Entry-level Help Desk Technician, or IT Support Specialist. You will learn how networks operate, including the devices, media, and protocols that enable network communication. Develop key skills so you can perform basic troubleshooting, using effective methodologies and help desk best practices.
Duration
This course is 40 class hours, typically consisting of ten (10) 4-hour sessions with additional hours for Lab and practice assessments
Benefits
- The certification demonstrates foundational knowledge and skills needed to show how networks operate, including the devices, media, and protocols that enable network communications.
Who should take this course?
An Entry-level networking certification is ideal if you are considering or just beginning a path to a career in information technology. Getting your CCST Networking certification provides a great foundation for a career in networking. Advance to the next level with associate-level courses.
- This entry-level certification targets late high-school, secondary and immediate post-secondary students, technical schools, and entry-level IT and Networking professionals.
- Individuals interested in starting or shifting to a career in IT.
Class Details
Exam Objectives:
- Standards and Concepts
- Addressing and Subnet Formats
- Endpoints and Media Types
- Infrastructure
- Diagnosing Problems
- Security
Pre-requisites:
There are no pre-requisites for this course.
Labs:
- 4.4.4 Configure a Wireless Router and Client
- 8.1.2 Connect to a Web Server
- 11.2.3 Configure DHCP on a Wireless Router
- 12.2.2 Examine NAT on a Wireless Router
- 13.1.3 Identify MAC and IP Addresses
- 14.3.3 Observe Traffic Flow in a Routed Network
- 14.3.4 Create a LAN
- 16.1.5 The Client Interaction
- 16.4.3 Observe Web Request
- 16.5.3 Use FTP Services
- 16.6.4 Use Telnet and SSH
- 17.1.3 Use the ipconfig Command
- 17.1.6 Use the ping Command
- 18.2.3 L View Wireless and Wired NIC Information
- 19.2.3 L Install Linux in a Virtual Machine and Explore the GUI
- 21.1.4 L Determine the MAC Address of a Host
- 21.2.6 L Install Wireshark
- 21.2.7 L Use Wireshark to Examine Ethernet Frames
- 24.1.10 L View ARP Traffic in Wireshark
- 24.1.9 Examine the ARP Table
- 25.1.8 L Observe DNS Resolution
- 26.8.1 TCP and UDP Communications
- 27.2.6 Navigate the IOS
- 27.3.3 Use Cisco IOS Show Commands
- 28.1.4 Implement Basic Connectivity
- 28.2.4 Configure Initial Router Settings
- 28.3.6 Configure SSH
- 28.4.5 Troubleshoot Default Gateway Issues
- 29.2.6 Verify IPv4 and IPv6 Addressing
- 29.2.7 Use Ping and Traceroute to Test Network Connectivity
- 29.3.1 Use ICMP to Test and Correct Network Connectivity
- 33.4.6 Configure IPv6 Addressing 33.5.4 L Identify IPv6 Addresses
- 34.1.4 IPv6 Neighbor Discovery
- 36.4.10 L Troubleshoot Using Network Utilities
- 37.2.12 Use CDP to Map a Network
- 37.2.13 Troubleshooting Challenge-Document the Network
- 37.2.7 Connect a Network Based on a Network Diagram
- 37.4.9 L Verify Address with a Subnet Calculator
- 37.5.3 L Install Wireshark
- 37.5.4 L Use Network Tools to Learn About a Network
- 37.5.6 Troubleshooting Challenge-Use Documentation to Solve Issues
- 38.2.11 L Explore Social Engineering Techniques
- 39.2.13 Configure Access Control
- 39.6.16 Configure Basic Wireless Security
