Computer Networking & Cyber Security Course
In today’s digital environment, computer networks are the foundation of almost every organization. From business applications and cloud platforms to websites, databases and communication systems, organizations depend on secure and reliable networks. As cyber threats continue to evolve, professionals who understand both networking and cybersecurity are increasingly important.
The Computer Networking & Cyber Security Course at BIIT Technology is designed to provide learners with a strong foundation in computer networking along with practical cybersecurity skills. The course covers networking fundamentals, TCP/IP, routing and switching, Linux, Windows, network security, firewalls, ethical hacking, vulnerability assessment, VAPT, web security, SOC fundamentals, SIEM, incident response and cloud security.
The programme is suitable for students, graduates, IT beginners, networking learners and working professionals who want to develop practical skills in networking and cybersecurity.
Course Highlights
- Computer Networking Fundamentals
- TCP/IP and OSI Models
- IP Addressing and Subnetting
- Routing and Switching
- LAN, WAN and WLAN
- DNS, DHCP and Network Services
- Linux Networking
- Windows Networking
- Network Security
- Firewall and VPN Concepts
- IDS and IPS
- Ethical Hacking Fundamentals
- Vulnerability Assessment
- VAPT Fundamentals
- Web Application Security
- Wireless Security
- SOC and SIEM Fundamentals
- Incident Response
- Cloud Security Basics
- Network Monitoring
- Practical Networking Labs
- Cybersecurity Projects
- Interview Preparation
Computer Networking & Cyber Security Course Syllabus
Module 1: Introduction to Computer Networking
This module introduces the basic concepts of computer networking and how devices communicate with each other.
Topics Covered
- What is Computer Networking?
- Importance of networking
- Network components
- Clients and servers
- Network architecture
- Peer-to-peer networks
- Client-server networks
- LAN
- WAN
- MAN
- WLAN
- Network topologies
- Bus topology
- Star topology
- Ring topology
- Mesh topology
- Network devices
- Router
- Switch
- Hub
- Bridge
- Repeater
- Gateway
- Modem
- Access Point
Module 2: OSI and TCP/IP Models
Understanding networking models helps students troubleshoot communication between devices.
Topics Covered
- OSI model
- Seven layers of OSI
- Physical layer
- Data Link layer
- Network layer
- Transport layer
- Session layer
- Presentation layer
- Application layer
- TCP/IP model
- TCP/IP layers
- OSI vs TCP/IP
- Encapsulation
- Decapsulation
- Protocol mapping
Module 3: IP Addressing
IP addressing is one of the most important concepts in networking and cybersecurity.
Topics Covered
- What is an IP address?
- IPv4
- IPv6
- Public IP
- Private IP
- Static IP
- Dynamic IP
- Network ID
- Host ID
- Loopback address
- APIPA
- Subnet mask
- Default gateway
- CIDR notation
- Subnetting fundamentals
- Supernetting basics
- Address planning
- IP troubleshooting
Module 4: Subnetting and Network Planning
Students learn how to divide networks into smaller logical networks.
Topics Covered
- Binary fundamentals
- IP address calculation
- Subnet masks
- CIDR
- Network address
- Broadcast address
- Host range
- Number of hosts
- Number of subnets
- VLSM fundamentals
- Network segmentation
- Practical subnetting exercises
Module 5: Networking Protocols
- TCP
- UDP
- IP
- ICMP
- ARP
- DNS
- DHCP
- HTTP
- HTTPS
- FTP
- SFTP
- SSH
- SMTP
- POP3
- IMAP
- SNMP
- Telnet
- NTP
Students learn the purpose of each protocol and how protocols are used in real-world networks.
Module 6: Windows Security Fundamentals
Switching is an essential part of LAN networking.
Topics Covered
- Introduction to switches
- Switch operation
- MAC addresses
- MAC address table
- Frame forwarding
- Broadcast and collision domains
- VLAN fundamentals
- Access ports
- Trunk ports
- VLAN configuration concepts
- Inter-VLAN communication
- STP fundamentals
- Port security
- Basic switch troubleshooting
Module 7: Routing Fundamentals
Students learn how routers forward packets between different networks.
Topics Covered
- What is routing?
- Routing tables
- Static routing
- Dynamic routing
- Default routes
- Routing metrics
- Administrative distance
- Inter-network communication
- NAT fundamentals
- PAT
- Routing troubleshooting
- Introduction to routing protocols
Module 8: Network Services
- DNS
- DHCP
- NAT
- NTP
- Proxy servers
- Web servers
- File servers
- Mail servers
- Directory services
- Network authentication
- Basic service troubleshooting
Module 9: Wireless Networking
Students learn how wireless devices communicate and how wireless networks can be secured.
Topics Covered
- Wireless networking fundamentals
- Wi-Fi standards
- SSID
- Wireless channels
- Access points
- Wireless authentication
- WPA
- WPA2
- WPA3
- Wireless encryption
- Wireless network configuration
- Wireless troubleshooting
- Wireless security best practices
Module 10: Linux Networking
Linux is widely used for servers, network services and cybersecurity.
Topics Covered
- Linux networking basics
- Network interfaces
- IP configuration
- Routing commands
- DNS configuration
- Network troubleshooting
- SSH
- Network services
- Ports
- Processes
- Firewall fundamentals
- Linux logs
- Network monitoring
- Basic Bash commands
Module 11: Windows Networking
- Windows networking fundamentals
- Network configuration
- IP configuration
- DNS
- DHCP
- Windows Firewall
- Network discovery
- File and printer sharing
- Remote access
- Windows network troubleshooting
- Event Viewer
- Windows networking commands
- Active Directory fundamentals
Module 12: Network Troubleshooting
Students learn systematic methods to identify and resolve network problems.
Topics Covered
- Network troubleshooting methodology
- Connectivity problems
- IP configuration issues
- DNS problems
- Routing issues
- Switching problems
- Wireless connectivity
- Packet loss
- Latency
- Port connectivity
- Service availability
- Network commands
Module 13: Introduction to Cyber Security
This module introduces cybersecurity principles and the importance of protecting networks, systems and information.
Topics Covered
- What is Cyber Security?
- Information Security
- CIA Triad
- Confidentiality
- Integrity
- Availability
- Authentication
- Authorization
- Accountability
- Assets
- Threats
- Vulnerabilities
- Risks
- Security controls
- Attack surface
- Cybersecurity best practices
Module 14: Cyber Threats and Attacks
- Malware
- Viruses
- Worms
- Trojans
- Ransomware
- Spyware
- Botnets
- Phishing
- Spear phishing
- Social engineering
- Password attacks
- Credential attacks
- Insider threats
- Data breaches
- Denial-of-Service concepts
- Man-in-the-Middle concepts
- Common network attack vectors
The focus is on understanding threats and learning defensive security practices.
Module 15: Network Security
This module connects networking knowledge with cybersecurity practices.
Topics Covered
- Network security fundamentals
- Security architecture
- Network segmentation
- Access control
- Network authentication
- Secure network design
- Network hardening
- Security policies
- Secure protocols
- Network monitoring
- Traffic analysis
- Security controls
Who Can Join This Course?
The Computer Networking & Cyber Security Course can be suitable for:
- 10+2 students
- College students
- Graduates
- IT beginners
- Networking beginners
- Computer science students
- IT professionals
- Technical support professionals
- System administrators
- Junior network administrators
- Aspiring cybersecurity professionals
- Working professionals looking to upgrade their technical skills
Basic computer knowledge is helpful, but the course can be structured to start from networking fundamentals.
Career Opportunities
After gaining relevant skills, practical experience and the qualifications required by employers, learners can explore entry-level opportunities such as:
- Network Support Engineer
- Network Administrator
- Junior Network Engineer
- Technical Support Executive
- IT Support Executive
- Network Security Trainee
- Cyber Security Analyst
- SOC Analyst
- Security Operations Trainee
- Vulnerability Assessment Trainee
- VAPT Analyst
- Information Security Support Executive
- Cybersecurity Intern
Job titles, responsibilities and eligibility requirements vary between employers.
Why Choose BIIT Technology?
BIIT Technology focuses on practical and career-oriented technical training. The Computer Networking & Cyber Security Course combines foundational networking concepts with cybersecurity skills and hands-on learning.
Students can benefit from:
- Instructor-led classes
- Practical lab exercises
- Networking demonstrations
- Cybersecurity tools
- Realistic training scenarios
- Assignments
- Practical projects
- Security assessment exercises
- Interview preparation
- Career-oriented guidance
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