Hardware & Networking
Course – A+ Hardware
Duration – 30 Days / 45 Hrs
Course Description
Week 1: Introduction to Hardware Basics (10 hours)
- Day 1-2: Overview of Computer Hardware (4 hours)
- Introduction to components: CPU, RAM, motherboard, storage devices, peripherals.
- Day 3-4: Understanding Motherboards and CPUs (3 hours)
- Types of CPUs, sockets, chipsets, motherboard components.
- Day 5-6: Memory and Storage Devices (3 hours)
- RAM types, storage devices (HDDs, SSDs), interfaces.
Week 2: Hardware Assembly and Maintenance (12 hours)
- Day 7-8: Building a PC (6 hours)
- Step-by-step assembly, compatibility issues, troubleshooting.
- Day 9-10: BIOS and UEFI (2 hours)
- Understanding firmware settings, updates.
- Day 11-12: Maintenance and Troubleshooting (4 hours)
- Cleaning, upgrading, common issues and fixes.
Week 3: Peripherals and Networking (10 hours)
- Day 13-14: Input and Output Devices (3 hours)
- Keyboards, mice, monitors, printers, scanners.
- Day 15-16: Networking Basics (3 hours)
- Types of networks, protocols, IP addressing.
- Day 17-18: Connecting to Networks (4 hours)
- Setting up routers, wireless networks, troubleshooting connectivity issues.
Week 4: Advanced Topics and Review (13 hours)
- Day 19-20: Power and Cooling (3 hours)
- Power supplies, cooling systems, energy efficiency.
- Day 21-22: Security and Data Destruction (3 hours)
- Basics of cybersecurity, data wiping methods.
- Day 23-24: Review and Exam Preparation (4 hours)
- Recap of key concepts, practice questions.
- Day 25-30: Project Work and Final Assessment (6 hours)
- Practical project (e.g., PC assembly), final assessment.
Additional Considerations:
- Flexibility: Allow for flexibility in case certain topics require more time or participants need additional practice.
- Interactive Sessions: Include hands-on labs, demonstrations, and interactive sessions to reinforce theoretical learning.
- Feedback: Provide regular feedback sessions to gauge understanding and address any questions or concerns.
Certification: Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive the certificate.
Course –Automation Testing
Duration – 30 Day / 45 Hrs
Course Description
Week 1: Introduction to Automation Testing (10 hours)
Day 1-2: Foundations of Automation Testing
- Overview of automation testing (2 hours)
- Importance and benefits of automation (1 hour)
- Types of automation tools and their selection criteria (2 hours)
Day 3-4: Setting up the Test Environment
- Environment setup (2 hours)
- Installation and configuration of automation tools (2 hours)
Day 5: Test Planning and Strategy
- Test strategy development (2 hours)
- Test case design for automation (1 hour)
Week 2: Core Automation Concepts and Techniques (15 hours)
Day 6-7: Scripting and Framework Basics
- Introduction to scripting languages (3 hours)
- Automation framework overview (2 hours)
Day 8-9: Building Test Scripts
- Writing basic automation scripts (4 hours)
- Handling different UI elements (2 hours)
Day 10-11: Data-Driven and Keyword-Driven Testing
- Implementing data-driven testing (3 hours)
- Keyword-driven testing approach (2 hours)
Day 12: Handling Exceptions and Reporting
- Error handling techniques (2 hours)
- Test reporting and analysis (1 hour)
Week 3: Advanced Topics in Automation (15 hours)
Day 13-14: Advanced Scripting Techniques
- Advanced scripting concepts (3 hours)
- Regular expressions and pattern matching (2 hours)
Day 15-16: API Testing Automation
- Introduction to API testing (3 hours)
- Tools and techniques for API automation (3 hours)
Day 17-18: Mobile Testing Automation
- Basics of mobile automation (3 hours)
- Tools and frameworks for mobile automation (2 hours)
Day 19-20: Continuous Integration and Delivery (CI/CD)
- CI/CD pipeline in automation (3 hours)
- Integration of automation with CI/CD tools (2 hours)
Week 4: Practical Application and Project Work (5 hours)
Day 21-23: Practical Application
- Test automation project implementation (5 hours)
Day 24-25: Project Review and Optimization
- Reviewing project outcomes (2 hours)
- Optimizing automation scripts (3 hours)
Day 26-30: Assessment and Recap
- Assessment of learning outcomes (3 hours)
- Recap of course highlights and Q&A sessions (7 hours)
Additional Considerations:
- Assignments and Exercises: Allocate time throughout the weeks for hands-on assignments and exercises to reinforce learning.
- Guest Speakers and Industry Insights: Consider inviting industry experts for guest lectures to provide practical insights and real-world scenarios.
- Support and Mentoring: Offer dedicated support channels (e.g., forums, office hours) for students to seek assistance and clarify doubts.
Certification: Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive the certificate.
Course –AWS Cloud
Duration – 30 Days / 45 Hrs
Course Description
Week 1: Foundational Concepts and Services
Day 1-2: Introduction to AWS Cloud
- Overview of cloud computing
- Introduction to AWS services
- Setting up AWS Free Tier account
Day 3-4: Compute Services
- EC2 (Elastic Compute Cloud)
- Auto Scaling and Load Balancing
Day 5-6: Storage Services
- S3 (Simple Storage Service)
- EBS (Elastic Block Store)
- Glacier and Storage Gateway
Week 2: Networking and Database Services
Day 7-8: Networking in AWS
- VPC (Virtual Private Cloud)
- Route 53 (DNS service)
Day 9-10: Database Services
- RDS (Relational Database Service)
- DynamoDB (NoSQL database)
Week 3: Security and Monitoring
Day 11-12: Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- IAM roles, policies, and best practices
Day 13-14: Security Services
- AWS WAF (Web Application Firewall)
- AWS Shield
- Encryption services (KMS, CloudHSM)
Day 15-16: Monitoring and Analytics
- CloudWatch
- CloudTrail
- AWS Config
Week 4: Advanced Topics and Hands-on Projects
Day 17-18: Serverless Computing
- AWS Lambda
- API Gateway
Day 19-20: Containers and Orchestration
- ECS (Elastic Container Service)
- EKS (Elastic Kubernetes Service)
Day 21-22: DevOps Practices
- AWS CodePipeline
- AWS CodeDeploy
- Infrastructure as Code (CloudFormation)
Final Week: Review and Certification Preparation
Day 23-27: Hands-on Projects and Labs
- Build a multi-tier architecture on AWS
- Deploy a scalable web application
Day 28-29: Exam Preparation
- Review key concepts
- Practice exams and quizzes
Day 30: Final Review and Q&A Session
- Address any remaining doubts
- Prepare for certification if desired
Course Design Considerations:
- Hands-on Labs: Include practical exercises after each major section to reinforce learning.
- Quizzes and Assessments: Regularly assess understanding with quizzes or mini-projects.
- Certification Focus: Tailor the final week towards AWS certification exams if that’s a goal.
- Flexibility: Allow for flexibility in case some topics require more time or less depending on the learners’ pace.
Certification: Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive the certificate.
Course – CCNA
Duration – 30 Days / 45 Hrs
Course Description
Week 1: Building Foundations (10 hours)
- Day 1-3: Introduction to Networking Concepts (3 hours)
- Basics of networking, OSI model, TCP/IP fundamentals.
- Day 4-5: Ethernet LANs and Switching (2 hours)
- Ethernet basics, VLANs, STP.
- Day 6-7: IP Addressing and Subnetting (2 hours)
- IPv4 addressing, subnetting basics, subnetting practice.
Week 2: Routing Technologies (10 hours)
- Day 8-10: IP Routing (3 hours)
- Routing fundamentals, routing protocols (RIP, OSPF, EIGRP).
- Day 11-12: Router Configuration and IOS Basics (2 hours)
- Cisco IOS navigation, basic router configurations.
- Day 13-14: Inter-VLAN Routing and DHCP (2 hours)
- VLAN routing, DHCP configuration.
Week 3: WAN Technologies (8 hours)
- Day 15-16: WAN Concepts (2 hours)
- Introduction to WAN technologies (PPP, HDLC, Frame Relay).
- Day 17-18: Point-to-Point WANs (2 hours)
- PPP configuration, PPP authentication.
- Day 19-20: GRE and VPNs (2 hours)
- GRE tunneling, VPN concepts.
Week 4: Network Services and Final Review (9 hours)
- Day 21-23: Network Services (3 hours)
- DNS, DHCP, NTP, SNMP.
- Day 24-27: Final Review and Practice (4 hours)
- Review of all topics, practice exams, and quizzes.
- Day 28-30: Exam Preparation and Evaluation (2 hours)
- Tips for taking the CCNA exam, mock exam simulation.
Course Structure Notes:
- Lecture vs. Lab Time: Allocate approximately 60-70% of the time for lectures and theory, and 30-40% for practical labs and hands-on exercises.
- Interactive Learning: Incorporate quizzes, discussions, and group activities to reinforce learning and clarify doubts.
- Resource Allocation: Provide access to study materials, online resources, and practice exams to supplement classroom learning.
- Feedback and Assessment: Regularly assess understanding through quizzes, assignments, and mock exams to gauge progress.
Certification: Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive the certificate.
Course – CCNP
Duration – 30 Days / 45 Hrs
Course Description
Weekly Breakdown:
- Weeks 1-3: Foundation and Core Topics
- Week 1 (10-12 hours):
- Introduction to CCNP and Networking Basics
- Switching Technologies (STP, VLANs, EtherChannel)
- Week 2 (10-12 hours):
- Routing Technologies (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP)
- IP Services (NAT, DHCP, NTP)
- Week 3 (10-12 hours):
- Troubleshooting and Maintaining IP Networks
- Network Security (ACLs, VPNs, AAA)
- Week 1 (10-12 hours):
- Weeks 4-5: Advanced Topics and Review
- Week 4 (8-10 hours):
- Implementing High Availability and Scalability (HSRP, VRRP, GLBP)
- Quality of Service (QoS)
- Week 5 (5-7 hours):
- Review and Practice Tests
- Final Assessment Preparation
- Week 4 (8-10 hours):
Daily Breakdown:
- Daily Schedule (Monday to Friday):
- Morning Session (2 hours):
- Lecture and theory discussion
- Afternoon Session (2 hours):
- Hands-on labs and practical exercises
- Evening (optional, for self-study):
- Review of the day’s materials
- Morning Session (2 hours):
Course Structure:
- Weekdays: 4 hours per day (2 hours theory + 2 hours practical)
- Weekends: Reserved for review sessions, additional labs, or catch-up if needed.
Key Activities:
- Week 1-3: Focus on foundational topics and core technologies, with hands-on labs for each technology covered.
- Week 4: Dive into more advanced topics and technologies.
- Week 5: Review all materials, complete practice tests, and prepare for final assessment.
Additional Considerations:
- Instructor-led sessions should be interactive, encouraging questions and discussions to enhance understanding.
- Hands-on labs are crucial for practical application and should mimic real-world scenarios.
- Assignments and assessments throughout the course can help gauge progress and reinforce learning.
- Final assessment should cover all topics and be structured to simulate the CCNP certification exam.
Certification: Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive the certificate.
Course – N+ Networking
Duration – 30 Days / 45 Hrs
Course Description
Week 1: Foundation and Basics (Approx. 15 hours)
- Day 1-2: Introduction to Networking Concepts (4 hours)
- Overview of networks, protocols, OSI model, TCP/IP fundamentals.
- Day 3-4: Network Devices and Components (4 hours)
- Routers, switches, hubs, bridges, firewalls, etc.
- Day 5-6: IP Addressing and Subnetting (4 hours)
- IPv4, IPv6, subnet masks, subnetting techniques.
Week 2: Network Protocols and Services (Approx. 15 hours)
- Day 7-8: TCP/IP Protocol Suite (4 hours)
- Detailed study of TCP, UDP, ICMP, ARP, DHCP, DNS.
- Day 9-10: Routing and Switching (4 hours)
- Routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP), VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocol.
- Day 11-12: Network Security Basics (4 hours)
- Overview of cryptography, VPNs, firewalls, security protocols.
Week 3: Advanced Topics and Practical Applications (Approx. 10 hours)
- Day 13-14: Wireless Networking (3 hours)
- WLAN standards, security, troubleshooting.
- Day 15-16: Network Management and Monitoring (3 hours)
- SNMP, network troubleshooting tools, performance monitoring.
- Day 17-18: Virtualization and Cloud Computing (4 hours)
- Basics of virtual networks, SDN, cloud service models.
Week 4: Practical Labs and Review (Approx. 5 hours)
- Day 19-20: Hands-on Labs (5 hours)
- Practical exercises on network configuration, troubleshooting scenarios.
- Day 21-22: Review and Q&A Sessions (5 hours)
- Recap of key concepts, student questions, and clarifications.
Final Week: Assessments and Certification Preparation
- Day 23-27: Assessments and Practice Tests (15 hours)
- Mock exams, quizzes, and practical assessments.
- Day 28-30: Certification Preparation (10 hours)
- Study guides, last-minute revision, exam tips.
Certification: Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive the certificate.