Certified Ekasi Network Technician

Certified Ekasi Network Technician
Information Technology Intermediate

Certified Ekasi Network Technician

This comprehensive program provides the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to design, implement, and troubleshoot wired and wireless networks. Participants will learn about network infrastructure, protocols, security, and maintenance, preparing them for roles in network administration and support.

Course Description

This comprehensive program provides the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to design, implement, and troubleshoot wired and wireless networks. Participants will learn about network infrastructure, protocols, security, and maintenance, preparing them for roles in network administration and support.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
✔ Design and implement basic network infrastructures.
✔ Configure routers, switches, and wireless access points.
✔ Troubleshoot common network connectivity issues.
✔ Implement basic network security measures.
✔ Monitor and optimize network performance.
✔ Prepare for entry-level network technician roles.

Target Audience

Aspiring network technicians and administrators.
IT professionals looking to specialize in networking.
Computer technicians expanding their skill set.
Small business owners managing their own networks.
Career changers entering the IT field.

11 Modules
55 Lessons
31h 10m

Introduction to the OSI and TCP/IP models, networking terminology, data encapsulation, and the roles of different network devices.
  • What is a Computer Network? (25 min)
  • Network Topologies Explained (30 min)
  • The OSI Model - Layer by Layer (35 min)
  • TCP/IP Protocol Suite (40 min)
  • Data Encapsulation and Decapsulation (30 min)

Covers copper cabling (Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a), fibre optic types, wireless media, cable termination standards, and testing with a cable certifier.
  • Copper Cabling - UTP and STP (35 min)
  • Fiber Optic Cabling Fundamentals (35 min)
  • Coaxial Cable and Other Media Types (30 min)
  • Cable Termination and Connector Installation (30 min)
  • Cable Testing and Troubleshooting (30 min)

IPv4 address classes, subnetting using CIDR notation, IPv6 fundamentals, and practical subnetting exercises for network design.
  • IPv4 Addressing Fundamentals (30 min)
  • Subnet Masks and CIDR Notation (30 min)
  • IPv4 Subnetting Step by Step (35 min)
  • VLSM and Subnetting Optimization (30 min)
  • IPv6 Addressing Fundamentals (30 min)

Hands-on configuration of managed switches, creating and assigning VLANs, inter-VLAN routing, and Spanning Tree Protocol basics.
  • Introduction to Ethernet Switching (35 min)
  • VLAN Concepts and Benefits (35 min)
  • 802.1Q Trunking and Tagging (35 min)
  • Inter-VLAN Routing (Router-on-a-Stick) (35 min)
  • VLAN Security and Best Practices (35 min)

Static routing, default routing, and introduction to dynamic routing protocols (RIP, OSPF). Configuring routers using the CLI.
  • Router Fundamentals and Initial Configuration (35 min)
  • Static and Default Routing (35 min)
  • Dynamic Routing Protocols Overview (35 min)
  • RIP Configuration and Troubleshooting (35 min)
  • OSPF Fundamentals and Configuration (35 min)

Wi-Fi standards (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax), access point configuration, wireless security protocols (WPA2/WPA3), and site survey basics.
  • Wireless Standards and Wi-Fi Generations (30 min)
  • 2.4 GHz vs 5 GHz vs 6 GHz Frequency Bands (30 min)
  • Wireless Security Protocols (WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3) (35 min)
  • Access Point Configuration and Placement (35 min)
  • Wireless Troubleshooting and Tools (35 min)

Covers firewall concepts, ACLs, NAT/PAT, VPN basics, and implementing security policies to protect network infrastructure.
  • Network Security Fundamentals and CIA Triad (30 min)
  • Firewalls and Access Control Lists (ACLs) (35 min)
  • Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS) (35 min)
  • Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and Encryption (35 min)
  • Network Segmentation and Zero Trust (35 min)

Using command-line tools (ping, traceroute, nslookup, ipconfig/ifconfig), network monitoring software, and a structured troubleshooting methodology.
  • Network Monitoring Fundamentals and SNMP (30 min)
  • Essential Command-Line Troubleshooting Tools (35 min)
  • Packet Analysis with Wireshark and tcpdump (35 min)
  • Log Management and SIEM (35 min)
  • Performance Monitoring and Baselining (35 min)

Introduction to WAN connection types, MPLS, SD-WAN concepts, and connecting on-premises networks to cloud services.
  • WAN Overview and Connection Types (30 min)
  • MPLS and Carrier Ethernet Technologies (35 min)
  • Broadband WAN (DSL, Cable, Fiber, 5G) (35 min)
  • SD-WAN (Software-Defined WAN) (35 min)
  • Cloud Connectivity and Hybrid Networks (35 min)

This module equips learners with essential research skills including research design, data collection methods (qualitative and quantitative), data analysis techniques, survey development, interviewing skills, ethical considerations in research, and how to apply research findings to improve workplace practices and decision-making.
  • RM.1 - Research Methods for IT Professionals (40 min)
  • RM.2 - Data Collection in IT Environments (45 min)
  • RM.3 - Analyzing IT Performance Data (45 min)
  • RM.4 - Research Ethics and Data Privacy for IT Projects (45 min)
  • RM.5 - Reporting IT Research Findings (40 min)

This module develops critical soft skills essential for workplace success: integrated thinking (connecting ideas across disciplines), logical reasoning and problem-solving, effective verbal and written communication, active listening, emotional intelligence, negotiation techniques, mediation skills, conflict resolution strategies, de-escalation techniques, building consensus, handling difficult conversations, and fostering a collaborative workplace culture.
  • ITRC.1 - Integrated Thinking for IT Problem-Solving (45 min)
  • ITRC.2 - Logical Reasoning for IT Troubleshooting (45 min)
  • ITRC.3 - IT Communication - Bridging the Tech Gap (40 min)
  • ITRC.4 - Conflict Resolution in IT Support (40 min)
  • ITRC.5 - Building Consensus in IT Teams (40 min)

Certification Exam

Final examination for Certified Ekasi Network Technician certification

Passing Score: 70%
Time Limit: 60 minutes
Attempts Allowed: 3
Camera Required: Yes

To earn your certificate, you must complete all course materials and pass the final exam with a score of 70% or higher.

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180 hours content
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Duration 180 hours
Skill Level Intermediate
Learning Method Self Study
Category Information Technology
Modules 11
Total Lessons 55
Last Updated May 2026
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