Retired courses - Network Technology Associate

The fundamentals of networking, internet protocols and network security are crucial for IT professionals - get the networking knowledge you need in only 3 days.

On this accelerated CIW Network Technology Associate course, you’ll get the essential networking technology and skills you need, whether you’re a seasoned professional or are looking for your first networking role.

You’ll learn how to use core networking technologies and skills like:

• TCP/IP, network creation and network troubleshooting
• Network components and protocols to share data easily
• Basic hardware and operating system maintenance
• Mobile computing and RFC
• Routing & IP addressing
• Essential network security concepts

You’ll also study the functions and features of internet services like cloud computing and learn the benefits of implementing your own Content Management System (CMS).

Get certified with Firebrand, a CIW Authorised Training Partner. You’ll study official CIW courseware and take the CIW Network Technology Associate (1D0-61C) exam at the end of your course. This exam is covered by your Certification Guarantee.

Students and professionals in all industries will benefit from this certification, including professionals working in healthcare, legal, marketing, graphic and business sectors.

Introduction to Networking

• Overview of networks and protocols
• Telephony and convergence networking
• Networking evolution
• Client/server model
• Network Operations Centre (NOC)
• Networking categories
• Network topologies
• Network operating system
• Microsoft Windows servers
• UNIX/Linux
• The need for protocols
• OSI reference model
• Data encapsulation packets
• OSI/RM protocol examples
• Transmission control
• Protocol/internet protocol (TCP/IP)
• Binding protocols
• Local Area Network (LAN)
• Wide Area Network (WAN)
• Internet Exchange Point (IXP)

Networking Components and Standards

• Overview of networking components
• Common network components
• Transmission media
• Wireless network technologies
• Transmission types
• IEEE LAN standards
• Carrier systems
• Virtualisation

Connecting to the Internet

• Introduction to connecting to the internet
• Mobile computing
• Mobile devices and cloud computing
• Configuring a wireless network
• Fourth-generation (4G) wireless
• TCP/IP
• Internet architecture
• Internet protocols
• Demultiplexing
• Introduction to routing
• Routing protocols
• Port numbers
• Internet Protocol Version 4 (IPv4)
• Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6)
• Configuring TCP/IP
• Diagnostic Tools for the Internet
• Troubleshooting

Internet Services

• Overview of internet services
• Cloud services
• Real-world case study: internet servers
• Choosing web server products
• Content Management System (CMS)

Hardware and Device Connectivity

• Introduction to hardware and device connectivity
• Motherboard
• Storage devices
• Network Interface Card (NIC)
• Optical discs
• Device connectivity
• System management
• Preventive maintenance
• Software troubleshooting

Network and Cloud Security Risks

• Importance of network security
• Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)
• Real-world case study
• Cloud security threats
• Cloud disaster recovery
• Malware (malicious software)
• Overview of network attack types
• Defeating network attacks
• Authentication
• Encryption
• Firewalls
• Security Zones
• Virtual Private Network (VPN)
• Security audit
• Other security threats

You'll sit the following exam at the Firebrand Training Centre, covered by your Certification Guarantee:

• CIW Network Technology Associate exam - 1D0-61C

Exam details:

• Exam duration: 30 minutes
• Number of questions: 30
• Passing score: 63.33%

You will not need prior experience in web development or network technology. However, it is recommended that you are familiar with an operating system like Microsoft Windows 10 before taking this course.

Your accelerated course includes:

• Accommodation *
• Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
• On-site exams **
• Exam vouchers **
• Practice tests **
• Certification Guarantee ***
• Courseware
• Up-to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
• 24-hour lab access
• Digital courseware **

* For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply for online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts.
*** Pass first time or train again free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

1. Two options of training. Choose between residential classroom-based, or online courses
2. You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
3. Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
4. Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
5. You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9 am – 5 pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time, with your instructor
6. You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
7. You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals

• For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
  ** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

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