Instructor - Willem Vermost
Manager Design and Engineering, VRT
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Trace the history and evolution of telecommunications.
- Understand the key concepts and components of telecommunication systems.
- Explain the physical layer and its role in network communication.
- Assess the functionality of the data link layer.
- Analyze the significance of the network layer in telecommunications.
- Identify and explain the key elements of multicast technology.
- Describe the transport layer of the TCP/IP model.
- Explore the application layer with examples such as DNS and RTP.
Terms and Conditions
Course Overview:
Welcome to Introduction to IP Networks (ITIPN). An added feature of this course enables you to select Closed Captions in the video lectures. The languages available for CC include English, Español, Français, Deutsch, Japanese, and Português.
This course offers a strong foundation in IP networking, making it ideal for professionals new to the field, while also serving as a comprehensive refresher for those with prior experience. By mastering essential concepts, participants will be well-prepared for further academic study or practical application in various industries. The course covers the evolution of IP networks from early telecommunications to the modern internet. Participants will explore key components such as connectors, cables, and network devices, and how these devices communicate within interconnected systems. Additionally, the course includes a specialized module on multicast technology, which is critical for the media industry.
Program outline
Module 2: Concepts, Models, and Standards
Module 3: Layer 1 The Physical Layer
Module 4: Layer 2 - The Data Link Layer
Module 5: Layer 3 - The Network Layer
Module 6: Multicast Technology
Module 7: Layer 4 - The Transport Layer
Module 8: Layer 5 - The Application Layer