Cisco: CCNA Introduction to Networks – Networking course – FutureLearn
Build the foundations in infrastructure networking and boost your career as a network engineer with Cisco and The Open University Networked systems form the backbone of modern information systems Theyre rapidly evolving and adapting to changing infrastructure consumer and cybersecurity demands As networks expand so has the demand for people with infrastructure networking expertise within computing digital technologies and infrastructure engineering On this ten-week microcredential from Cisco and The Open University youll lay the groundwork for the Cisco Certified Network Associate certification building your knowledge and skills in infrastructure networking Gain industry-recognised skills to begin your networking career For digital technologists and network engineers wanting a solid foundation in networking basics this course will prepare you for a range of technology routes including the Cisco Certified Network Associate Increase your knowledge skills and expertise on different networking concepts Youll learn the basics of networking from network fundamentals and technologies to the principles and structure of IP addressing Ethernet concepts and network application communications By the end of the course youll be able to apply a range of networking concepts design a simple networking address scheme experiment with a networking environment and implement foundational networking technology skills Youll also be able to build simple LANs perform basic configurations for routers and switches and implement IP addressing schemes Learn from the experts at the largest Cisco Academy in the UK This microcredential is endorsed by Cisco and designed by leading experts and practitioners from The Open Universitys award-winning Cisco NetAcad academy Through guided academic learning in a supportive online learning environment youll have mentor support share experiences with other learners and begin your Cisco Certified Network Associate certification journey and futureproof your career in networking A unique pathway to obtaining the Cisco Certified Network Associate CCNA certification in Routing and Switching This course is the start of a three-part microcredential pathway preparing you for the CCNA certification content formerly covered in the CCNA Routing and Switching certification Part 1 CCNA – Introduction to Networks Part 2 CCNA – Switching Wireless and Routing Essentials coming soon Part 3 CCNA – Enterprise Networking Automation and Security coming soon The subsequent two microcredentials will explore the extensive range of technologies that form current networks such as the Internet corporate networks or domestic broadband and WiFi connections By the end of the three-part microcredential pathway youll be fully prepared to take the Cisco Certified Network Associate certification setting you up for a career in networking IP addressing LAN technologies Network troubleshooting Configuring a network device Router technologies Network numeracy Build the foundations in infrastructure networking and boost your career as a network engineer with Cisco and The Open University Describe the range of network technologies in current use Experiment with a practical networking environment Design a simple network addressing scheme Calculate an address range based on a given scenario Apply a range of networking concepts Synthesise a range of practical networking technology skills
