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Chapter 1: Basics of Networking & Certifications
1. Sub Contents:
A. CompTIA N+ (Overview and importance)
B. Network Certifications (CCNA, CCNP, N+, etc.)
C. What is Networking & Network (with examples)
D. Types of Networks (LAN, WAN, MAN, etc.)
E. Client-Server Concept
2. Activity / Exercise
A. Discuss real-world examples of networks (home Wi-Fi, office LAN)
B. Identify the type of network used in your environment
C. Small group discussion: "Why certifications matter in IT"
D. Draw a client-server diagram
3. Learning of Chapter Benefits
A. Understanding of networking basics & purpose
B. Awareness of certifications and career paths
C. Ability to differentiate types of networks
D. Clear concept of client-server communication
4. Your Action
A. Research at least 2 job roles that require networking certifications
B. Identify your own device's role in a network (client or server)
C. Make notes on different network types
Chapter 2: Networking Devices and Vendors
1. Sub Contents:
A. End-to-End Devices (PCs, laptops, phones, servers, IoT devices)
B. Networking Devices: Router, Switch, Hub, Firewall, Access point, Modem, etc.
C. Networking Accessories: NIC, RJ45 connectors, etc.
D. Leading Vendors: Cisco, Juniper, Paloalto, etc.
2. Activity / Exercise
A. Identify devices in your home/office network
B. Compare router vs switch functions
C. Check MAC address using ipconfig/all
D. Explore Cisco or Juniper products online
3. Learning of Chapter Benefits
A. Differentiate roles of networking devices
B. Recognize supporting accessories
C. Awareness of major network vendors and their importance
D. Hands-on exposure to device identification
4. Your Action
A. Prepare a chart of devices in your home network
B. Note differences between Router, Switch, Hub
C. Explore at least one vendor's product (e.g., Cisco routers)
Chapter 3: Network Media & Topologies
1. Sub Contents:
A. Network cabling (UTP, STP, Coaxial, Fiber optic)
B. Cable categories (Cat5–Cat8)
C. Wireless networking basics
D. Network Topologies (Star, Bus, Ring, Mesh, Hybrid, Tree)
2. Activity / Exercise
A. Explore how cables look (Ethernet, fiber, coaxial)
B. Identify which cable is used at your workplace/home
C. Draw different topologies
D. Compare wireless vs wired
3. Learning of Chapter Benefits
A. Understanding of physical media types
B. Knowledge of cable categories and their speed
C. Basics of wireless communication
D. Visualization of network structures via topologies
4. Your Action
A. Identify which category of cable your laptop/router uses
B. Create topology diagrams using Packet Tracer
C. Write 3 differences between wireless & wired
Chapter 4: IP addressing
1. Sub Contents:
A. What is IP Address and MAC Address
B. Versions of IP (IPv4 & IPv6)
C. Types of IPv4 addresses (Public, Private, Loopback, APIPA, Multicast)
D. Ranges of IP addresses (Class A, B, C, D, E)
E. Subnet mask overview and CIDR basics
2. Activity / Exercise
A. Check your own IP & MAC using ipconfig
B. Identify whether your IP is public/private
C. Find class of an IP (e.g. -172.16.5.10 - Class B Private)
3. Learning of Chapter Benefits
A. Ability to read & understand IP addresses
B. Differentiate IPv4 vs IPv6
C. Identify private/public IPs
D. Understand subnet mask role in dividing networks
4. Your Action
A. Write down your device IP & MAC addresses
B. Classify given IPs into their classes
C. Check the subnet mask, identify the network and host portion.
Chapter 5: Networking commands and Protocols
1. Sub Contents:
A. CMD Commands used in Networking
B. What is a Protocol?
C. Common Protocols: HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, DHCP, DNS, SMTP, SNMP, ICMP
2. Activity / Exercise:
A. Use ping, tracer, nslookup, netstat in CMD
B. Show DNS resolution using nslookup google.com
C. Identify which protocol your browser uses (HTTP vs HTTPS)
3. Learning of Chapter Benefits:
A. Hands-on practice with networking commands
B. Understanding of communication protocols
C. Ability to troubleshoot using commands
4. Your Action:
A. Practice 5 commands daily in CMD
B. List 3 protocols and their uses
C. Try to test connectivity to a website using ping
Chapter 6: OSI model and TCP/IP model
1. Sub Contents:
A. OSI Model (7 layers & their functions)
B. TCP/IP Model (4 layers & comparison with OSI)
2. Activity / Exercise:
A. Draw OSI and TCP/IP model diagrams
B. Map real-world protocols to OSI layers (e.g. HTTP - Application)
C. Compare OSI vs TCP/IP with examples
3. Learning of Chapter Benefits:
A. Clear understanding of layered architecture
B. Ability to explain how data flows in networks
C. Knowledge of mapping protocols to layers
4. Your Action:
A. Memorize OSI 7 layers in correct order
B. Prepare OSI vs TCP/IP comparison notes
C. Match 5 protocols with their correct layers
Chapter 1: Basics of Virtualization
1. Sub Contents:
A. Virtual & Virtualization overview
B. Traditional vs Virtualized Architecture
C. Client-side & Server-side Virtualization
D. Virtual Machines & Virtual Hardware
2. Activity / Exercise
A. Discuss examples of traditional vs virtualized systems
B. Identify hardware components in a VM
C. Small group: Benefits of virtualization in daily IT use
D. Draw client-side vs server-side virtualization diagram
3. Learning of Chapter Benefits
A. Understand basics & purpose of virtualization
B. Differentiate traditional vs virtualized environments
C. Gain clarity on virtual machines & hardware
D. Recognize role of client/server in virtualization
4. Your Action
A. Note key differences between traditional & virtualized setups
B. Research use cases of virtualization in industry
C. List hardware components simulated inside a VM
Chapter 2: Properties & Types of Virtualization
1. Sub Contents:
A. VM Properties (Partitioning, Isolation, Encapsulation, Hardware Independence)
B. Benefits & Snapshots of VM
C. Types: Server, Desktop, Storage, Network, Application
D. Desktop Virtualization Models
2. Activity / Exercise
A. Identify VM properties on your system (demo)
B. Discuss what a VM snapshot is and why it is important
C. Group discussion: Which virtualization type is used most in companies?
D. Compare desktop virtualization types
3. Learning of Chapter Benefits
A. Learn unique VM properties & advantages
B. Understand how snapshots aid recovery
C. Differentiate types of virtualization
D. Awareness of desktop virtualization use cases
4. Your Action
A. List benefits of virtualization in your own words
B. Research companies using desktop virtualization
C. Make notes on snapshot use cases (backup, testing, rollback)
Chapter 3: Hypervisors & Concepts
1. Sub Contents:
A. Hypervisor Basics & Types (Bare Metal, Hosted)
B. VMware ESXi/ESX Overview & Features
C. Difference: VMware Workstation vs ESXi
D. Relation of Hypervisor with Virtualization
2. Activity / Exercise
A. Identify hypervisor type from real-world tools
B. Compare ESXi vs Workstation features in a chart
C. Demo: Show hosted vs bare-metal hypervisor
D. Group activity: Role of hypervisor in virtualization
3. Learning of Chapter Benefits
A. Understand the purpose of hypervisors
B. Differentiate hosted & bare-metal types
C. Identify use cases of VMware ESXi & Workstation
D. Clarify link between hypervisors & virtualization
4. Your Action
A. Research which hypervisor big companies use
B. Note down pros & cons of hosted vs bare-metal hypervisors
C. Explore one free hypervisor (Bare metal or hosted)
Chapter 4: Preparing for Virtualization (Lab Setup)
1. Sub Contents:
A. System Requirements & Virtualization Settings (BIOS/UEFI)
B. Tools: VMware Workstation, VirtualBox
C. OS ISO files (Windows, Ubuntu)
D. Download & Setup Steps (VMware/VirtualBox/OS ISO)
2. Activity / Exercise
A. Check if virtualization is enabled on your PC
B. Enable virtualization in BIOS/UEFI (demo)
C. Download VMware/VirtualBox in class (hands-on)
D. Download Windows/Ubuntu ISO and verify
3. Learning of Chapter Benefits
A. Understand hardware & software requirements
B. Learn to enable/verify virtualization in systems
C. Get familiar with virtualization tools
D. Prepare environment for hands-on labs
4. Your Action
A. Install VMware/VirtualBox on your system
B. Collect ISO files of at least 2 OS
C. Create a checklist for lab preparation
Chapter 5: VMware Workstation – Hands-On
1. Sub Contents:
A. VMware Workstation Overview & Installation
B. Exploring Interface & Settings
C. Creating & Installing VM (Windows 10)
D. Managing VM Lifecycle (Start/Stop/Delete/Snapshot)
2. Activity / Exercise:
A. Install VMware Workstation on PC
B. Explore interface options (demo)
C. Create a VM and install Windows 10
D. Practice starting, stopping, deleting, and snapshotting a VM
3. Learning of Chapter Benefits:
A. Learn installation & usage of VMware Workstation
B. Gain practical VM creation & OS installation experience
C. Understand lifecycle management of VMs
D. Develop troubleshooting skills in VMware
4. Your Action:
A. Install VMware Workstation at home
B. Create your own test VM
C. Record steps of OS installation for revision
Chapter 6: VirtualBox – Hands-On & Recap
1. Sub Contents:
A. VirtualBox Overview & Installation
B. Creating VM & Installing Ubuntu
C. Managing VMs (Snapshots, Export/Import)
D. Interview Questions + Recap of Day 1–5
2. Activity / Exercise:
A. Install VirtualBox on PC
B. Create a VM and install Ubuntu
C. Test snapshot, export/import options
D. Mock interview Q&A session (peer discussion)
3. Learning of Chapter Benefits:
A. Learn to use VirtualBox effectively
B. Hands-on with Ubuntu installation
C. Understand advanced VM management (snapshots, export)
D. Prepare for interviews with key questions
4. Your Action:
A. Install VirtualBox & test Ubuntu installation
B. Practice snapshot/export tasks at home
C. Revise Day 1–6 topics & prepare notes
D. Prepare answers for the interview questions
Chapter 1: Operating System Fundamentals
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Chapter 2: Windows Overview & Architecture
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Chapter 3: Virtualization & Environment Setup
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Chapter 4: Server Configuration & Core Management
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Chapter 5: Identity & Access Management
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Chapter 6: Group Policy & Security
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Chapter 7: Networking & DHCP Configuration
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Chapter 8: DNS Administration & FSMO Roles
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Chapter 9: File, Storage & Data Management
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Chapter 10: Performance Monitoring & Automation
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Chapter 11: Backup, Restore & BitLocker
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Chapter 12: Windows Deployment Services (WDS)
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Chapter 13: Windows Server Update Services (WSUS)
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Chapter 14: Virtualization, Hyper-V & Automation
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Chapter 15: Modern Admin & Future Skills
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Chapter 1: IPv4 Addressing Basics
1. Sub Contents:
A. IPv4 address structure
B. Classes of IPv4 addresses (A, B, C, D, E)
C. Private vs Public IPs with ranges
D. Special addresses (Loopback, APIPA, Broadcast)
E. Subnet Mask & CIDR overview
2. Activity / Exercise
A. Find and note your PC's IPv4 address, subnet mask & gateway using ipconfig /all.
B. Classify sample IPs into Class A, B, C, D, or E.
C. Identify private, public & special IPs (Loopback, APIPA).
D. Convert given subnet masks into CIDR notation.
3. Learning of Chapter Benefits
A. Understand IPv4 address structure, classes & ranges.
B. Identify and differentiate private, public & special IPs.
C. Learn purpose of subnet mask & CIDR for network planning.
D. Build a strong foundation for subnetting & routing topics.
4. Your Action
A. Record 5 IPs from your system/network & classify them.
B. Write subnet masks in CIDR notation for each IP.
C. Identify which are private/public & explain why.
D. Write 2–3 lines on why subnet mask & CIDR are important.
Resources / Tools:
Diagram of IPv4 classes & ranges (Class A: 0.0.0.0 – 127.255.255.255, etc.).
Subnet Mask and CIDR chart.
Practice sheet with sample IPs to classify.
Chapter 2: Subnetting
1. Sub Contents:
A. What is subnetting?
B. Benefits of subnetting (efficient IP allocation)
C. Borrowing bits concept
D. Calculating subnets, FVH, LVH, Broadcast address
E. VLSM overview
2. Activity / Exercise
A. Solve subnetting problems in class
B. Identify network & broadcast addresses from given IPs
C. Lab: Create subnets for a small office
3. Learning of Chapter Benefits
A. Ability to design small networks with subnets
B. Efficient IP usage understanding
C. Improve speed in solving subnetting problems
4. Your Action
A. Practice 2-3 subnetting problems daily
B. Create a subnetting sheet consisting of subnet mask along with CIDR
Resources / Tools:
Subnetting cheat sheet & formula chart
Whiteboard/markers for binary math
Packet Tracer lab with a small LAN
Chapter 3: Cisco Packet Tracer & IOS Basics
1. Sub Contents:
A. Introduction to Cisco Packet Tracer
B. IOS overview – User mode, Privileged mode, Config modes
C. Basic IOS commands (show, enable, configure terminal)
D. Designing a simple topology in Packet Tracer
2. Activity / Exercise
A. Install & open Packet Tracer
B. Explore router & switch in Packet Tracer
C. Create a simple LAN topology
D. Use basic IOS commands
3. Learning of Chapter Benefits
A. Learn how to navigate Cisco IOS
B. Get hands-on with Packet Tracer environment
C. Build first working topology
4. Your Action
A. Practice basic IOS commands daily
B. Create a sample topology with 4 LANs
Resources / Tools:
Cisco Packet Tracer software
IOS command reference sheet
Sample topologies for practice
Chapter 4: Routing Basics & IPv4 Static Routing
1. Sub Contents:
A. What is routing & why it is needed
B. Static vs Dynamic routing
C. IPv4 static routing
D. Default route & next-hop concept
2. Activity / Exercise
A. Create a simple 4-LAN topology in Packet Tracer
B. Configure static routes between routers
C. Verify connectivity using ping and traceroute
3. Learning of Chapter Benefits
A. Understand how routers forward packets
B. Learn the difference between static & dynamic routing
C. Configure and verify static routes
4. Your Action
A. Practice writing static route commands
B. Practice static routing in different topologies
Resources / Tools:
Cisco Packet Tracer software
Pre-made 3-router topology
Static route command reference sheet
Diagram showing packet flow and next-hop resolution
Chapter 5: IPv6 Addressing & Static Routing
1. Sub Contents:
A. IPv6 address structure (128-bit)
B. Types of IPv6 addresses (Global, Link-local, Unique local, Multicast)
C. IPv6 representation & shorthand notation
D. IPv6 static routing basics
2. Activity / Exercise:
A. Assign IPv6 addresses to PCs & routers in Packet Tracer
B. Configure IPv6 static routes
C. Test IPv6 connectivity with ping
3. Learning of Chapter Benefits:
A. Understand IPv6 addressing & types
B. Configure IPv6 static routing
C. Learn how IPv6 solves IPv4 limitations
4. Your Action:
A. Write IPv6 address examples in expanded & compressed form
B. Practice static route configuration for IPv6
Resources / Tools:
IPv6 chart with examples (expanded vs compressed)
Packet Tracer with 3-router IPv6 topology
IPv6 command reference sheet (ipv6 address, ipv6 route)
Chapter 6: IPv6 Routing with RIPng
1. Sub Contents:
A. Introduction to RIPng (RIP Next Generation)
B. Configuring RIPng on routers
C. Verifying RIPng routes
2. Activity / Exercise:
A. Build a 3-router IPv6 topology
B. Configure RIPng on all three routers
C. Verify learned routes using "show ipv6 route"
3. Learning of Chapter Benefits:
A. Learn dynamic routing in IPv6 using RIPng
B. Understand differences between static & RIPng routing
C. Hands-on RIPng configuration
4. Your Action:
A. Practice RIPng commands until fluent
B. Compare routing tables before & after RIPng
Resources / Tools:
Packet Tracer 3-router IPv6 topology
RIPng configuration command sheet (ipv6 router rip , ipv6 rip enable)
Network diagram showing all IPv6 subnets
Chapter 7: Inter-VLAN Routing
1. Sub Contents:
A. What is VLAN & Inter-VLAN Routing
B. Sub-interfaces configuration
C. Testing VLAN connectivity
2. Activity / Exercise:
A. Create VLANs on a switch
B. Configure router sub-interfaces
C. Test communication between VLANs
3. Learning of Chapter Benefits:
A. Understand VLAN segmentation
B. Learn how to enable communication between VLANs
C. Configure Inter-VLAN routing in Packet Tracer
4. Your Action:
A. Practice creating 3 VLANs and routing between them
B. Document VLAN IDs & IP addresses used
Resources / Tools:
Packet Tracer topology with one router (Router-on-a-Stick) and one switch
VLAN and sub-interface configuration commands
Diagram showing VLANs and IP addressing plan
Chapter 8: EIGRP (Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol)
1. Sub Contents:
A. What is EIGRP & its advantages
B. EIGRP configuration basics
C. Verifying EIGRP neighbors & routes
2. Activity / Exercise:
A. Configure EIGRP on routers in a topology
B. Use "show IP EIGRP neighbors" and "show ip route"
C. Test connectivity between networks
3. Learning of Chapter Benefits:
A. Learn advanced dynamic routing with EIGRP
B. Understand neighbor relationships
C. Verify routing with EIGRP commands
4. Your Action:
A. Build a 3-router EIGRP topology
B. Compare EIGRP vs Static routing performance
C. Configure EIGRP on the routers and establish the connectivity
Resources / Tools:
Packet Tracer topology with 3 routers, multiple LANs
EIGRP command sheet (router eigrp , network x.x.x.x
Neighbor relationship diagram
Chapter 9: OSPF (Open Shortest Path First) - Link state routing
1. Sub Contents:
A. What is OSPF & its features
B. OSPF areas & cost metric
C. Configuring OSPF on routers
D. Verifying OSPF routes
2. Activity / Exercise:
A. Configure OSPF with area 0 on routers
B. Use "show ip ospf neighbors" & "show ip route ospf"
C. Test communication between OSPF networks
3. Learning of Chapter Benefits:
A. Understand link-state routing with OSPF
B. Configure multiple-area OSPF
C. Verify OSPF neighbor relationships
4. Your Action:
A. Create a 4-router topology with OSPF
B. Compare EIGRP vs OSPF differences
C. Configure OSPF on routers and establish the connectivity
Resources / Tools:
Packet Tracer topology with 4 routers and multiple LANs
OSPF configuration command sheet (router ospf 1, network x.x.x.x 0.0.0.255 area 0)
Diagram showing OSPF areas and cost calculation examples
Chapter 10: DHCP & Configuration
1. Sub Contents:
A. What is DHCP & its role
B. DHCP configuration on routers
C. Excluding addresses from DHCP pool
D. Verifying DHCP assignment
2. Activity / Exercise:
A. Configure DHCP server on router
B. Assign IPs automatically to PCs
C. Verify using ipconfig / show ip dhcp binding
3. Learning of Chapter Benefits:
A. Automate IP address assignment
B. Reduce manual configuration errors
C. Configure & verify DHCP pools
4. Your Action:
A. Configure DHCP for multiple VLANs
B. Note IPs assigned to each PC
Resources / Tools:
Packet Tracer topology with at least one router and 3 VLANs
DHCP configuration command sheet (ip dhcp pool, network, default-router, ip dhcp excluded-address)
Diagram showing IP addressing plan
Overview: ITIL is a framework for IT service management (ITSM), focusing on aligning IT services with the needs of businesses.
Skills Gained:
IT service lifecycle management (Service Strategy, Service Design, Service Operation)
Incident, problem, and change management
IT service continuity and availability management
Typical Tasks:
Manage IT service requests and incidents
Implement and monitor IT service improvement processes
Develop policies for IT service management and delivery
Linux File System Hierarchy: Navigate the standard Linux directory structure.
Command-Line Mastery: Use essential CLI commands for system administration.
User & Security Management: Administer users, groups, and file permissions.
Software & Services: Manage software with apt/yum package managers and control systemd services.
The Hacker Methodology: Learn the 5 phases of ethical hacking: Footprinting, Scanning, Enumeration, Gaining Access, and Covering Tracks.
Vulnerability Assessment: Perform vulnerability analysis to identify security weaknesses.
Threat Vectors: Understand Social Engineering attacks and an Introduction to Malware.
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Career certifications validate expertise in a specific field, enhancing credibility and job prospects. Investing in relevant certifications can set you apart in a competitive job market. Let me know if you need recommendations!
Career certifications validate expertise in a specific field, enhancing credibility and job prospects. Investing in relevant certifications can set you apart in a competitive job market. Let me know if you need recommendations!
Career certifications validate expertise in a specific field, enhancing credibility and job prospects. Investing in relevant certifications can set you apart in a competitive job market. Let me know if you need recommendations!
This is a live, project-based internship, not a pre-recorded course. You will perform the real-world tasks of an IT Recruiter and HR professional, guided by industry experts. The focus is on gaining hands-on experience that you can immediately add to your resume
Absolutely. A key module focuses on understanding Hard Skills & Soft Skills, where you'll learn about in-demand tech skills, how to evaluate them, and how to talk to technical candidates confidently.
The live sessions are scheduled to ensure real-time interaction and mentorship. However, we understand the need for flexibility. Recordings of sessions will be available, and certain project work can be completed asynchronously within given deadlines.
Yes! This program is an excellent entry point for anyone interested in a corporate career in the booming IT sector. You will be working on a simulated or real-life IT project.
No prior experience is required. A willingness to learn and good communication skills are the main prerequisites.
The program is open to all students and career switchers. Typically, applicants are undergraduates, recent graduates, or professionals with 0-3 years of experience looking to specialize in IT recruitment.
You will be guided by industry professionals with experience in IT recruitment and HR. They will lead live sessions, provide feedback on your assignments and projects, host Q&A sessions, and offer career guidance.
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