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Module for Networking 2
Welcome to the Module for Networking 2. This module allows the students to
have gain the following learning outcomes:
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOME
CLO1 Install, configure and manage enterprise systems/networks, including
hardware/software.
CLO2 Implement and administer desktop and server operating systems (client/server),
switching and routing devices.
CLO3 Implement and configure active directory
CLO4 Create user/group accounts and configure server roles.
CLO5 Administer permissions for users, files and network resources.
CLO6 Use group policies to configure and secure the network.
CLO7 Manage desktops and server computers using remote access.
CLO8 Install and configure TCP/IP for network and Internet connectivity.
CLO9 Maintain and troubleshoot enterprise networks.
It has 7 modules:
Module 1: Basic Computer Concepts
Module 2: Communications and Networking Etiquette
Module 3: Hardware: Devices and their functionalities
Module 4: Common Networking Concepts
Module 5: Preparation for Employment
Module 6: Workplace Safety
Module 7: Networking Maintenance and troubleshooting
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Module 1: Basic Computer Concepts………………………………………………………..4
Lesson 1: Computer Concepts: Ethical Conduct Demonstration ………………........5
Lesson 2: Computer Terminology and Parts Application.……….,…….........……. 13
Lesson 3: Mainframes and Operating Systems……………………..………………19
Lesson 4: Basic Computer Filing Tasks and Maintenance ………………………...25
REFERENCES……………………………………………………………………..32
Module 2: Communications and Networking Etiquette…………………………………... 33
Lesson 1: Handling Customers Effectively and Efficiently…...………………….. 34
Lesson 2: Network Policies……………………………………….………………..37
Lesson 3: Creating Basic Network Documentation ………………………………..42
Lesson 4: Effective Phone and Technical Correspondence Skills……………….…46
REFERENCES……………………………………………………………………..51
Module 3: Hardware: Devices and their functionalities……………………………………52
Lesson 1: Common Computer Peripherals:
Configurations, Installation/Uninstallation, and Operations…………….…53
Lesson 2: Internal Components for a Network Server and Networking Devices….60
Lesson 3: Workstation Hardware Systems and Evaluations:
Application to industry standards…………………………………………..66
REFERENCES……………………………………………………………………..71
Module 4: Common Networking Concepts………………………………………………...72
Lesson 1: Networking Terminologies, Functions and Resources……………….…73
Lesson 2: Network vs. Standalone Computing…………………………………….79
Lesson 3: Network Topology:
Capabilities, Definition, and Related Geometries.....................................…88
Lesson 4: Types of Licensing Agreements and Networking Standards……………94
REFERENCES…………………………………………………………………….101
Module 5: Preparation for Employment…………………………………………………...102
Lesson 1: Job Application preparations……………………………………………103
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Lesson 2: Interview Preparations…………………………………………………..108
Lesson 3: Leadership Skills………………………………………………………...117
REFERENCES……………………………………………………………………..125
Module 6: Workplace Safety……………………………………………………………….126
Lesson 1: Workstation and Safety Practices………………………………………..127
Lesson 2: Technical Safety Orientation…………………………………………….134
REFERENCES……………………………………………………………………...142
Module 7: Networking Maintenance and Troubleshooting………………………………...143
Lesson 1: Troubleshooting Network Errors………………………………………...144
Lesson 2: Sources of External Interference…………………………………………157
REFERENCES……………………………………………………………………...165
