FND101: Fundamentals of Network Design

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Network users generally do not think in terms of the complexity of the underlying network. They think of the network as a means of accessing the applications they need, when they need them. For ICT professionals, however, it is critical to know how a network is built and how to meet the end users’ needs.

In this course, you will learn how a network’s design can affect accessibility and reliability for the end user. In addition, you will learn about network requirements in a data center as well as the design considerations for a wireless network.

This is the fourth course in the Introduction to ICT Series. BICSI recommends that students complete this course, along with the other courses in the series, before they take the Introduction to ICT exam.

Why you should attend?

Learn the primary considerations for designing a network for a commercial premises.

What to expect?

Technical Requirements

This course has an audio component; please make sure you have speakers/headphones available.

All BICSI CONNECT courses require an Internet-capable device and Internet connection.

Java software; Windows 7 or 8; Mac OSx10.6+; Android 4.1 or later; Apple 10S 6.x, 7.x; IE 10 or later; Firefox 21 or later; Chrome 29 or later; Safari 5.1.8 or later; sound card with speakers/headphones for audio (audio not available for all courses); pop-up blockers disabled.

Who should attend?

This course is intended for individuals who are interested in a pursuing a career in the ICT industry.

What will I learn?

After this course you will be able to:

• Differentiate between the two primary network design models
• Identify five types of networks based on their geographical coverage area
• Describe the most common LAN topologies
• Identify the three primary types of network messaging
• Describe the purpose of the OSI model
• Identify network hardware utilized in organizational networks
• Describe network connections via Ethernet and Internet Protocol
• Identify the uses of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) and Power over Ethernet
• Describe the factors that are used to determine a data center’s design requirements
• Define the five levels of data center availability classes
• Describe how signals are transmitted from source to wireless device within an organizational network in a building
• Identify obstacles that obstruct the transmission of wireless signals in nature and within a building
• List design considerations for a wireless network system

How long is this course?

Seven-hour self-paced course with 90 days from the date of purchase to complete.

Can I earn credit?

Earn 7 Continuing Education Credits (CECs) upon successfully completing this program.

What is the cancellation policy?

All BICSI CONNECT courses are nonrefundable and nontransferable.