Network Fundamentals Workshop
Build practical skills in router configuration, IP addressing, and network troubleshooting that you can apply immediately in real environments.
What You'll Learn
Week 1: IP Addressing and Subnetting
- Binary conversion and subnet mask calculation
- CIDR notation and address allocation
- Configuring static and dynamic IP addresses
- Testing connectivity with ping and traceroute
Week 2: Router and Switch Configuration
- Basic IOS commands and navigation
- VLAN creation and port assignment
- Inter-VLAN routing setup
- Spanning Tree Protocol fundamentals
Week 3: Network Services
- DHCP server configuration and troubleshooting
- DNS resolution and zone files
- NAT and PAT implementation
- Basic ACL configuration
Week 4: Troubleshooting Methods
- Using Wireshark for packet analysis
- Identifying network performance issues
- Cable testing and physical layer problems
- Documentation and network diagrams
Networks form the backbone of modern computing infrastructure. This workshop covers TCP/IP addressing, subnetting, and basic routing protocols through practical lab exercises.
You will configure Cisco routers and switches, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and implement VLANs. Each session includes hands-on practice with physical equipment and network simulation tools.
What the workshop includes
Lab exercises focus on subnet calculation, DHCP configuration, and basic firewall rules. You will work with packet analyzers to understand network traffic patterns and identify common bottlenecks.
The curriculum addresses real scenarios: connecting branch offices, segmenting network traffic, and implementing basic security measures. Participants receive access to virtual lab environments for practice between sessions.
Understanding packet flow and routing decisions requires seeing how data moves through network devices in real time.
Instructor Bohdan Kovalenko brings eight years of experience managing enterprise networks. The workshop accommodates up to 18 participants to ensure individual attention during lab work.