PROFICIENCY DIPLOMA IN NETWORK ENGINEERING

Total Duration: 4-6 months

Course Fee: 30,000 Kenyan Shillings

Weekly commitment: minimum of 2hours per day

Course Overview

The Proficiency Diploma in Network Engineering focuses on the design, implementation, and management of computer networks. Students will learn about network protocols, security measures, and troubleshooting techniques. This program prepares students for careers as network administrators, network engineers, and IT support specialists in various industries.

Semester 1

Week 1: Introduction to Networking

Overview of computer networks and networking principles
Types of networks (LAN, WAN, MAN)

Week 2: Network Devices and Equipment

Understanding routers, switches, and hubs
Functions and configurations of network devices

Week 3: Network Protocols

Overview of TCP/IP protocol suite
OSI model and its layers

Week 4: IP Addressing and Subnetting

IPv4 and IPv6 addressing schemes
Subnetting techniques and subnet masks

Week 5: Ethernet and VLANs

Ethernet standards and protocols
Virtual LANs (VLANs) and their configurations

Week 6: Wireless Networking

Basics of wireless networks (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth)
Wireless security and authentication protocols

Week 7: Network Security Fundamentals

Common network security threats and vulnerabilities
Implementing security measures (firewalls, IDS/IPS)

Week 8: Network Management

Network monitoring and troubleshooting tools
Performance optimization and capacity planning

Week 9: Introduction to Cloud Networking

Cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
Networking in cloud environments

Week 10: Virtualization Technologies

Virtual machines and virtualization platforms
Network virtualization and software-defined networking (SDN)

Week 11: Cybersecurity Basics for Networks

Securing network infrastructure
Network hardening and best practices

Week 12: Mid-Semester Review and Assessment

Review of topics covered in the first semester
Mid-semester exams and practical assessments

Semester 2

Week 13: Advanced Routing and Switching

Routing protocols (RIP, OSPF, BGP)
Switching techniques and advanced configurations

Week 14: Network Design and Implementation

Designing scalable and secure networks
Implementing network solutions

Week 15: VoIP and Unified Communications

Introduction to Voice over IP (VoIP) technologies
Unified communications and collaboration tools

Week 16: Network Services and Applications

DNS, DHCP, and other network services
Deploying and managing network applications

Week 17: Network Automation

Automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., Python)
Configuration management and orchestration

Week 18: Cloud Networking Services

Networking services in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
Integrating on-premises and cloud networks

Week 19: Network Troubleshooting and Optimization

Troubleshooting network issues
Optimizing network performance and reliability

Week 20: Final Project and Presentation

Designing and implementing a network project
Project presentation and evaluation

Certification

Upon successful completion, students will receive a proficiency diploma in Network Engineering.