Course : Computer networking for non-IT people

Practical course - 2d - 14h00 - Ref. REN
Price : 1700 CHF E.T.

Computer networking for non-IT people



Required course



INTER
IN-HOUSE
CUSTOM

In person or remote class
Available in English on request

Ref. REN
  2d - 14h00
1700 CHF E.T.







Practical details
Discussions, experience-sharing, demonstrations, tutorials, and real cases.
Teaching methods
Active learning suitable for non-IT-experts, based on examples, demonstrations, experience-sharing, real cases, and an evaluation of what was learned from the training.

Course schedule

1
Introduction

  • The backbone network and bricks of the IS.
  • Different components and their roles.
  • Users and their needs.

2
Types of networks

  • LAN, MAN, and WAN.
  • The client/server model.

3
Connectivity options.

  • Twisted pair cables.
  • Optical fiber.
  • Wireless technology.

4
Local area networks (LAN)

  • The network card. MAC addressing.
  • How Ethernet works, CSMA/CD.
  • Possible speeds.
  • Wireless local area networks (802.11x).
Hands-on work
Setting up a local area network with switches and workstations.

5
The TCP/IP protocol

  • The notion of a protocol. Principles of TCP/IP.
  • Architecture and standardization. Communication.
  • IP addressing. Broadcasting and multicasting.
  • Overview of TCP and UDP. Concept of port numbers.
Hands-on work
Configuring the IP address and subnet mask on a workstation. Sharing data.

6
WAN networks

  • Why and when to use a WAN.
  • The new Ethernet MAN infrastructure.
  • Overview of xDSL technology (ADSL/SDSL).

7
Routers

  • Why and when to use a router.
  • Overview of routing mechanisms.
  • Concept of the routing protocols RIP and OSPF.
  • port and network address translation (NAT/PAT).
Hands-on work
Simulating a WAN network. Configuring the default gateway for a workstation.

8
Application services

  • DNS: Role and benefits. Notion of a domain.
  • Overview of DHCP. Example usage.
  • Internet, HTTP, and FTP messaging. VoIP.
  • From voice to telephony.
Hands-on work
Configuring workstations in DHCP. Transferring a file with FTP. Configuring a DNS server.


Customer reviews
4,4 / 5
Customer reviews are based on end-of-course evaluations. The score is calculated from all evaluations within the past year. Only reviews with a textual comment are displayed.
DONOVAN D.
02/03/26
3 / 5

Temps de formation trop court, le formateur est obligé de courir d’un sujet à l’autre.
GABRIEL B.
02/03/26
5 / 5

Malgré une discipline complexe et extrêmement théorique Thierry a su simplifier et se mettre à la portée du non informaticien que je suis.
FABIENNE F.
02/03/26
4 / 5

Un support très complet et une formation riche mais pas évidente d’absorber ces nombreuses infos



Publication date : 05/13/2024


Dates and locations

Last places available
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Guaranteed session
From 4 to 5 May 2026 *
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From 4 to 5 May 2026
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From 29 to 30 June 2026 *
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From 29 to 30 June 2026
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Remote class
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From 10 to 11 September 2026
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From 19 to 20 November 2026 *
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From 19 to 20 November 2026
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Remote class
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From 17 to 18 December 2026
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REMOTE CLASS
2026 : 4 May, 4 May, 29 June, 29 June, 10 Sep., 19 Nov., 19 Nov., 17 Dec.