Network Design and Administration Practice Exam

About Network Design and Administration Exam

The Certificate in Network Design and Administration exam evaluates candidates' proficiency in designing, implementing, and managing computer networks. This exam assesses participants' understanding of network design principles, network infrastructure configuration, security measures, and troubleshooting techniques.

Skills Required

• Network Design: Ability to design network topologies, including LANs, WANs, and WLANs, to meet organizational requirements.
• Network Configuration: Proficiency in configuring routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices to ensure optimal network performance and security.
• Security Measures: Knowledge of network security principles and best practices, including access control, encryption, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
• Troubleshooting: Ability to identify and resolve common network issues, such as connectivity problems, performance issues, and security breaches.
• Documentation: Skill in documenting network configurations, policies, and procedures for future reference and compliance purposes.

Who should take the Exam?

The Certificate in Network Design and Administration exam is suitable for network administrators, system engineers, IT professionals, and anyone involved in designing, configuring, or managing computer networks. This exam is ideal for individuals seeking to enhance their skills in network design, administration, and troubleshooting.

Detailed Course Outline

The Network Design and Administration Exam covers the following topics - 

Domain 1 - Network Fundamentals:

• Introduction to networking concepts, protocols, and models.
• Understanding the OSI and TCP/IP models.
• Basics of IP addressing, subnetting, and routing.

Domain 2 - Network Design Principles:

• Designing network topologies for LANs, WANs, and WLANs.
• Scalability, redundancy, and fault tolerance in network design.
• Selecting appropriate network devices and technologies for different environments.

Domain 3 - Network Infrastructure Configuration:

• Configuring routers, switches, firewalls, and access points.
• Implementing VLANs, trunking, and spanning-tree protocols.
• Setting up DHCP, DNS, and other network services.

Domain 4 - Network Security Implementation:

• Implementing access control measures using ACLs and firewalls.
• Configuring VPNs, encryption, and authentication mechanisms.
• Intrusion detection/prevention systems and security best practices.

Domain 5 - Network Troubleshooting and Optimization:

• Identifying and resolving common network issues.
• Using network diagnostic tools for troubleshooting.
• Performance monitoring and optimization techniques.