Network Fundamentals

This course provides a practical introduction to networking fundamentals, covering essential hardware, layout, switches, routers, network types (LAN and WAN), basic configuration settings, protocols, and troubleshooting skills, empowering installers to set up reliable network infrastructures for modern technology needs.

Course Overview

In today’s world, nearly all technology relies on reliable network connectivity, yet many installers lack the foundational networking knowledge needed to set up and support these systems effectively.

The Network Fundamentals course introduces you to the essential hardware, layouts, and communication settings required for building and maintaining networks. This foundation is critical for supporting modern security systems, IT solutions, and smart technologies.

What you will learn

  • check The role of switches, transmission media, connectors, hosts, and routers.
  • check The network hierarchical model, and the differences between LAN (Local Area Networks) and WAN (Wide Area Networks).
  • check How to configure basic communication settings for LAN and WAN environments.
  • check How to identify, assign, and manage IP addresses and subnet masks (static vs. dynamic addressing).
  • check An introduction to common communication protocols and basic troubleshooting techniques.

Learning outcomes

  • check Understand the fundamental requirements for setting up a basic network.
  • check Be able to configure essential communication settings for LAN and WAN environments.
  • check Have the knowledge to troubleshoot and maintain network connectivity in real-world scenarios.

Who Should Enroll

  • check Technical staff installing, supporting, or maintaining networks.
  • check Sales staff specifying and quoting network equipment.
  • check Managers overseeing technical or sales teams in networking projects.
  • check Solutions integrators designing or deploying network solutions.
  • check End-users responsible for managing their own networks.

Course Access and Resources

E-Learning students receive 45 days of access to Regal’s LMS, which includes:

  • check Lesson videos for each module.
  • check Text explanations, theory, and step-by-step guides.
  • check Interactive content such as images, activities, and quizzes.
  • check Access to a free optional live webinar.
  • check Face-to-Face students receive e-learning access, classroom training, plus a printed manual.

All students complete their exams online within the 45-day period and receive immediate certification upon achieving 80% or higher.

Training Modules

  • check Introduction to Network Fundamentals.
  • check Switches, Transmission Media, Network Hosts, and Routers.
  • check Network Hierarchy, LAN vs. WAN, and Communication Settings.
  • check IP Addressing, Subnet Masks, and Address Types.
  • check Protocols, Commands, and Network Testing

Prerequisite

Basic Electronics

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