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Networking

Learn how networks work: OSI and TCP/IP models, IP addressing, subnetting, routing, switching, DNS, DHCP, wireless, troubleshooting and network security basics.

Beginner to IntermediateCybersecurityCloud

At a glance

  • CategoryCloud, DevOps & Security Training
  • LevelBeginner to Intermediate
  • Curriculum6 modules, 4 project ideas
  • InstituteAIIT Roorkee, Roorkee

Course Overview

About this course

Every application, cloud service and security control depends on networking. Understanding how data moves between devices helps you build, troubleshoot and secure systems.

The course covers networking models, IP addressing and subnetting, switching and VLANs, routing, core services such as DNS and DHCP, wireless networks, cloud networking concepts, troubleshooting tools and network security fundamentals, with simulation labs.

Learning Objectives

By the end of Networking, learners should be able to:

  • Explain the OSI and TCP/IP models
  • Plan IP addressing and subnets
  • Configure basic switching, VLANs and routing in simulators
  • Understand DNS, DHCP, NAT and common protocols
  • Troubleshoot connectivity with standard tools

Topics Covered

01Networking foundations
  • Network types and topologies
  • OSI and TCP/IP models
  • Ethernet
02IP addressing
  • IPv4 and subnetting
  • IPv6 basics
  • NAT
03Switching
  • MAC addresses and switching
  • VLANs
  • Spanning tree overview
04Routing
  • Static routing
  • Dynamic routing concepts
  • Inter VLAN routing
05Network services
  • DNS
  • DHCP
  • HTTP, TLS, SSH and other protocols
06Wireless, cloud and security
  • Wi-Fi basics
  • Cloud networking concepts
  • Firewalls and ACLs

Topic order and depth may be adjusted for the batch, format and learner level.

Practical Learning

Every module pairs explanation with hands-on work. Typical practical activities in this course:

Subnetting practice sets

Network simulator configuration labs

Packet capture analysis

Troubleshooting scenarios

Representative Projects

Projects are chosen with mentors based on your level and interests. Examples include:

  • Office network design with VLANs
  • Subnet plan for a multi department organisation
  • Packet capture investigation report
  • Small network troubleshooting guide

Who Should Join

  • IT and computer science students
  • Aspiring network, cloud and security professionals
  • IT support staff
  • Diploma and engineering students

Prerequisites

  • Basic computer skills

Learning Format

This course can be offered in the following formats, depending on the batch:

  • Short-Term Courses
  • Long-Term Courses
  • Certification-Oriented Programs
  • Weekend Programs
  • Industrial Training
  • Corporate Training

Ask the team for current batch timings and the formats open for Networking.

Career Relevance

Skills from this course are relevant to roles and directions such as:

  • Network Support Engineer
  • Network Administrator
  • Security foundation
  • Cloud networking foundation

Career relevance describes where these skills are commonly used. It is not a promise of employment. Learners can use AIIT Roorkee's placement assistance for career preparation support.

FAQs

Is networking still important with cloud computing?

Yes. Cloud platforms use the same networking concepts such as subnets, routing, DNS and firewalls, so networking knowledge is essential for cloud work.

Are real routers and switches used?

Most labs use network simulation software, which lets you practise complex configurations safely. Ask the team about current lab equipment.

Does this align with networking certifications?

Topics overlap with common entry level networking certification objectives. Exams are taken independently with the certifying body.

What is the duration and schedule of this course?

Duration, batch timings and format are shared when you enquire, because they depend on whether you choose a short-term, long-term, weekend or training format. Contact the team by phone, WhatsApp or email for current batches.

Is placement assistance available?

Learners can use AIIT Roorkee's placement assistance, which includes career counselling, CV preparation, LinkedIn development, interview preparation and mock interviews. Placement assistance is career preparation support and does not constitute a guarantee of employment or placement.

Practical Lab Environment

Networking Developer Console

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