Professional Course: Building a Network Design that Works

This Professional Course represents the “real world” of network design and implementation, allowing you to build a network from the ground up by applying proper design strategies in planning (PMP), layer 2 (switching), wireless, firewall, monitoring, and diagramming.

Related Areas of Expertise:

• Networking Level 2

Recommended Skills:

• Understanding of core network topics (switching, static routing, IP addressing)
• Understanding of IP subnetting
• Understanding of Virtual LANs (VLANs)

Recommended Equipment:

• Cisco Small Business Switch (SG300, SG500)
• Ubiquiti UAP-LR
• Sonicwall TZ105
• VMware Workstation, VirtualBox, or equivalent virtualization software

Related Certifications:

• N/A

Related Job Functions:

• Network technician
• Network engineer
• Network architect/design

The CBT Nuggets Professional Course: Building a Network Design that Works is the first-of-its-kind, deep-dive into real-world network design and implementation! Rather than focusing on a specific vendor technology, this professional course takes an entirely hands-on approach to get the job done the right way, giving you exactly what you need and nothing more, on a variety of network technologies. This professional course guides you through the major pillars of network technology: Switching, Firewall, Wireless, Network Monitoring, and Network Diagramming (using Microsoft Visio). Each of the sections are designed as independent “modules,” allowing you to pick exactly the topics you need for your specific situation.

Are you planning to take on a network implantation but don’t have the time or desire to focus on obtaining certification? Then this course is for you!