Overview

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This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In this course, you will gain a deep understanding of network design, focusing on redundancy and security through various Cisco Packet Tracer configurations. By creating advanced networks like DMZ, hub-and-spoke, and three-tier architectures, you will learn to design scalable, efficient, and secure networks that can withstand failures and attacks. The course provides practical exercises on network components, such as routers, firewalls, and switches, while ensuring high availability and redundancy. Throughout the course, you will start by learning the basic concepts and move toward more advanced configurations. For example, you'll begin with setting up a DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) for secure external communication and progress to implementing network topologies like hub-and-spoke and three-tier networks, applying concepts like IP addressing, routing, and network security in real-world scenarios. You'll also work with cutting-edge IoT technology to expand your network capabilities. The course concludes with a solid focus on testing and troubleshooting, ensuring you're prepared to handle practical challenges in a professional environment. Through a combination of theoretical lessons and hands-on labs, you’ll confidently build and manage networks that are both functional and secure. This course is for aspiring network engineers and IT professionals who want to advance their skills in designing secure, scalable, and redundant networks. It is perfect for those preparing for Cisco certifications or professionals working with IoT technologies and troubleshooting network configurations. By the end of the course, you will be able to design and configure DMZ, hub-and-spoke, and three-tier network topologies, optimize them for security and redundancy, implement IoT systems, troubleshoot and test network configurations, and handle network scaling in real-world enterprise environments.

Syllabus

Cisco Packet Tracer - How to Create a DMZ Network

In this module, we will focus on designing and configuring a DMZ network to enhance security within an organization. You will learn about setting up and managing essential components like firewalls, edge routers, and IP addressing. By the end of this module, you will be equipped to design secure network segments, implement firewall rules, and troubleshoot connectivity issues effectively.

Cisco Packet Tracer - Internet of Things (IoT)

In this module, we will explore the foundational concepts of the Internet of Things (IoT) and its integration into network systems. You will gain hands-on experience in configuring IoT devices, controllers, and networks using Cisco Packet Tracer. By the end of this module, you will have the knowledge to design, simulate, and secure IoT networks for various applications.

Cisco Packet Tracer - Set up a Hub and Spoke Network

In this module, we will guide you through setting up a hub-and-spoke network topology using Cisco Packet Tracer. You will learn how to configure key components such as routing protocols, IP addressing, and secure tunnel configurations. By the end of this module, you will be proficient in designing and managing a hub-and-spoke network for optimal performance and security.

Cisco Packet Tracer - Set up a Three-Tier Switch Network

In this module, we will cover the key concepts and configuration steps for setting up a three-tier switch network. You will learn how to configure the core, distribution, and access layers for optimal network performance, redundancy, and scalability. By the end of this module, you will be equipped with the skills to design and deploy a robust three-tier network in an enterprise environment.