Networking Course

Target Audience:

Empowering Afghan Girls in IT Networking:

This course is designed for beginners and experienced IT Students looking to enhance their skills in IT networking. With the ban on schooling and university attendance for Afghan girls and women after August 15, 2021, due to the Taliban’s restrictions on women’s education in Afghanistan, this course becomes essential. It aims to keep education alive and motivate Afghan girls to pursue their studies and careers despite the challenges.

What You’ll Learn:

1. Networking Fundamentals: core networking principles and introduction of advanced topics like DHCP, DNS, OSI Model, and TCP/IP Protocol Suite.
2. Introduction to CCNA: Explore Cisco CCNA certification covering advanced routing protocols, VLANs, and virtualization technologies.
3. Overview of Network Models and Protocols: Understand the fundamental concepts behind network models and protocols. Explore topics such as OSI Model Layers and TCP/IP Protocol Stack, Routing Protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, RIP, BGP ), Transport Layer Protocols (TCP, UDP), and Application Layer Protocols (HTTP, FTP, SNMP).
4. Networking Security Principles: Grasp network security fundamentals and advanced concepts including firewalls, IDS/IPS, ACLs, and network segmentation.
5. Advanced Networking Technologies: Explore advanced networking devices and technologies such as routers with advanced features, layer 3 switching, wireless LAN security.
6. Troubleshooting in Networking: Learn advanced troubleshooting techniques including, performance analysis, and security threat mitigation, and incident response.
7. Cybersecurity Best Practices: Explore cybersecurity fundamentals, encompassing awareness of phishing attacks, the importance of strong passwords, regular software updates, vigilance against social engineering tactics, safe browsing practices, data backup and recovery procedures, privacy protection measures, reporting suspicious activity, and fostering a cybersecurity culture..
8. Networking Enterprise Projects: Engage in real-world projects tailored for enterprise environments, utilizing your expertise to design, implement, and troubleshoot intricate network infrastructures. These projects are designed to prepare you for professional networking roles and meet market demands.

Projects:

• Small Office Home Office (SOHO) Network Design & Implementation
• Hotel Management Network Design & Implementation using Packet Tracer
• Bank Network Design & Implementation using Packet tracer
• Remote Branch Office Network Configuration Using Packet tracer
• Company Network Design & Implementation Using Cisco Packet Tracer
• Education Institution Network Expansion for Distance Learning

Why Enroll:

1. Empowerment and Career Growth:

This course gives you valuable skills, allowing you to take control of your education and future. Learn networking and cybersecurity to open doors to many tech jobs, such as network administrator or Network Engineer. With these skills, you can earn money independently through work in the market or corporate jobs. Connect with people and opportunities worldwide, collaborate on projects, and access global resources. Follow your passion for technology, make a difference, and reach your full potential.

2. Building Strength and Connecting Worldwide:

Overcome challenges in education and build resilience to confidently adapt to change. Access global resources to explore new opportunities and expand your horizons.

Enrolling in this course is not just about acquiring technical skills; it’s about unlocking opportunities, empowering yourself, and creating a brighter future for yourself.

Enrollment Requirements:

• Own a laptop
• Possess at least one year of experience in computer sciences or related fields involving IT subjects
• Proficiency in the English language
• Competence in using the Windows operating system, email, video calling services, and file sharing via Google Drive
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies
• Stable internet connection
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Windows applications (Word & PowerPoint)
• Attendance Requirement: Regular attendance throughout the course is mandatory
• Participants must keep their camera turned on during class sessions
• A refund will be issued if a participant decides to leave the course before its completion

Class Time: Every Saturday & Sunday from 2:00 to 4:00 PM Kabul time

Certificate:

After successfully completing the course online, including assignments, projects, and final exams, participants will receive a certificate from the University of Education Freiburg.

Organizing institutions:

The course is organized by the Working Group Afghanistan in close collaboration with the Academy for Further Education of the University of Education.

Instruction Language: national Language (Dari), Material Language: English; participants need to read and understand English at B1-level;