Syllabus
Prerequisites: Familiarity with a basic understanding of computer concepts and operating system fundamentals.
Objectives: Participants will be able to define the basic network types and explain the fundamentals of network design and be able to:
1. Describe the basic concepts of networking, LANs and WANs.
2. Design a district network incorporating components discussed in this course.
3. Create checklist for working with vendors for design and implementation of network.
4. Prepare plan for ongoing maintenance, service and support. (Using a Survey)
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I. Network Wiring (Most Common)
A. Twisted-pair cable (Creating Patch Cables) & Patch Panels
B. Fiber optic cable
C. Coaxial cable
II. Network LAN Components (Most Common)
A. Hubs
B. Routers
C. Switches
D. Gateways
E. SNMP Management
F. UPSs
G. Backup Hardware and Software
III. Network WAN Components (Most Common)
A. Modems - Dial-up
B. T1, T3, 56K
C. CSU/DSU
D. ISDN
E. FDDI
F. Wireless
G. Servers (e-mail, WEB, DNS, news, ftp, proxy, access, etc.)
IV. Network Design - Putting it all together
A. Wiring Closet
B. Backbone
C. Internet/Intranet (LAN/WAN)
D. Security-Firewall
E. Backup Policy
F. Topologies
G. Protocols (IP, IPX, AppleTalk, NetBEUI)
H. Standards
I. Overview of Operating Systems (Mac, Windows, NT, DOS)
J. Hardware and Software Options for providing access to persons with disabilities
V. Network Installation
A. Installation Plans and Timeline
B. Running Cable and Conduit
C. Equipment Operating Temperatures
D. Electrical Considerations
E. Network Testing Procedures and Logsheet
VI. Network Maintenance and Support Planning
A. Basic Network Troubleshooting Guidelines
B. Overview of Network Server Administration
C. Desktop Troubleshooting
D. Contract vs. in house
VII. Acquiring Technology
A. Length of warranty
B. Toll-free support
C. Upgradeabilty of hardware/software
VIII. Application of Principles (hands-on)
A. Design a network
B. Construct a network
C. Test and troubleshoot a network
D. Attach workstations to a NT and/or Novell networks
IX. Configuration TCP/IP Workstations (hands-on)
A. Mac and Windows
B. IP addressing schemes
X. Glossary of Other Related Terms and Issues
A. LocalTalk
B. ATM
C. Plenum cable
D. Repeaters
E. Bridges
F. Building Access Requirements
G. Fire and Building Codes
H. Asbestos Clearance
XI. Network Staff Roles and Responsibilities
A. Web Master
B. Systems administrator
C. Help Desk
D. Mail administrator
E. Network technician