Description of Modules
This module is designed in a way that helps to prepare the students for in depth understanding of “Computer System” along with security. The central objective of this module is to develop the students understanding for both Hardware and Software and their interaction. The module is categorized in a way that in the start students will be learning about the various hardware components of the computer. Then the students will be given opportunities to learn and practice how to assemble / dismantle a computer system. Secondly the students will be given training for the installation and configuration of system and application software on a computer system. Finally, the students will be encouraged to develop the understanding of security of a computer system in standalone and in a network environment. The students who will complete this module after passing all the components like quizzes, assignments and/or projects, labs and final exams will become eligible to continue for the next module.
Module 2: How does the network work?
This module is designed in a way that helps to prepare the students for detailed understanding of Computer Network and its’ functioning. The main goal of this module is to develop the students understanding about major Network Concepts and devices. The module is categorized in a way that in the start students will be learning about the Transmission Control Protocol / Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and Open System Interconnect (OSI) Networking models along with fundamentals of Local Area Network (LAN). Secondly the students will be educated for the roles of network server and their functions. Finally, the students will be encouraged to learn the network mathematics (conversions) and IP address schemes along with sub-netting. The students who will complete this module after passing all the components like quizzes, assignments and/or projects, labs and final exams will become eligible to continue for the next module.
Module 3: Networks and its components – Part I:
This module is designed in a way that helps to prepare the students for extensive understanding of Network Protocols, Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs) and Wide Area Network (WAN). The central objective of this module is to develop the students understanding for layer 2 and 3 communication protocols. The module is categorized in a way that in the start students will be learning about the layer 2 and 3 – network connectivity, VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP). Then the students will be given opportunities to learn and practice IP addressing and sub-netting. Later the students will be getting hands on practice for internet settings and configuration. Finally, the students will be able to grasp the concept of WAN network and technology along with Network Address Translation (NAT) & Port Address Translation (PAT). The students who will complete this module after passing all the components like quizzes, assignments and/or projects, labs and final exams will become eligible to continue for the next module.
Module 4: Networks and its components – Part II:
This module is designed in a way that helps to prepare the students for in depth understanding of Network concepts layer 3, network protocols and Wireless networks. The main goal of this module is to familiarize the students with layer 3 networking concepts and network devices at layer 3. The module is categorized in a way that in the start students will develop understanding about the layer 3 devices and their functionalities. Then the students will learn about Layer 3 protocols configuration. Later the students will be trained for Wireless Network Communication concepts. Finally, the students will be able to grasp the concept of IPv6 address scheme, its format and other relevant details. The students who will complete this module after passing all the components like quizzes, assignments and/or projects, labs and final exams will become eligible to continue for the next module.
Module 5: WAN Network:
This module is designed in a way that helps to prepare the students for detailed understanding of Wide Area Networks (WAN) and its technology. The main goal of this module is to develop the students understanding with WAN network and WAN technology. The module is categorized in a way that in the start students will develop understanding about PPP concept and its configuration. Then the students will learn about Frame Relay standards, addressing and configuration. Finally the students will develop understanding for Virtual Private Networks (VPN) fundamentals. The students who will complete this module after passing all the components like quizzes, assignments and/or projects, labs and final exams will become eligible to continue for the next module.
Module 6: Troubleshooting :
This module is designed in a way that helps to p repare the students for extensive understanding of Troubleshooting techniques. The main goal of this module is to develop the students understanding with regards to common network problems and their solution using trouble shooting techniques. The module is categorized in a way that in the start students will develop understanding about Troubleshooting techniques for client PC. Then the students will learn about Troubleshooting techniques for switching network. Finally the students will develop understanding regarding Troubleshooting techniques for routing network. The students are required to complete this module after passing all the components like quizzes, assignments and/or projects, labs and final exams .
Module 7: Cybersecurity Essentials:
Cybersecurity Essentials provides an introduction to the cybersecurity field. This course will explore ways to safeguard the privacy, learn the different types of malware and attacks, and how organizations are protecting themselves against these attacks. Also, the students will learn legal and ethical issues in cybersecurity, Information Risk Assessment and principles of (CIA) confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Module 8: Linux Essentials and Applied Skills:
This course provides the fundamentals of the Linux operating system and basic open source concepts. It covers utilities, file systems, the shell environment & scripts, and network fundamentals. The students will gain hands-on skills to perform maintenance tasks with the command line, Install and configure a computer running Linux, configure basic networking & security, and become familiar with interfaces and desktops.
Module 9: Cloud Computing:
This course provides the fundamentals of Cloud Computing. It covers Cloud introduction, Platform and Infrastructure, Docker, Cloud Storage, NAS & SANs, Coding Cloud Solutions, IDE, Scalability, Pareto Principal, Cloud Security, Cloud Management, Multi-tenancy, Disaster Recovery, Management Modules, Cloud Delivery, SLAs, Azure Active Directory, Ansible, AWS Introduction & Scaling, and Load Balancing.
Module 10: Data Center Networking Technologies:
This course provides the fundamentals of the DC Networking Technologies. It covers the basic understanding of Nexus DC Infrastructure & Architecture, Installation & Operation of Nexus Switches, Nexus STP implementation, IPv4 subnetting perspective, Nexus IPv4 Routing configuration, Nexus FHRP and ACL, DC networking architecture, Nexus family, Unified Fabric, Network Virtualization, Unified Computing, UCS Architecture, Manager, Administration., Management & Monitoring, ACI, Automation and Orchestration (UCS Director, UCSD Workflows).