Networking Basics

Education facts

Code: DI2019

The course focuses on basic networking terminology and key concepts such as Local Area Networks (LAN), Wide Area Networks (WAN), Ethernet, and an introduction to the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) reference model. It also covers fundamental principles of network infrastructure, including routers, routing and routing protocols, switches, Virtual Local Area Networks (VLAN), and other essential network protocols. The course includes an introduction to network administration and automation, with practical components such as cabling, configuration of routers and switches, and troubleshooting. These practical exercises are carried out both with physical network equipment and in virtualized environments to provide a broad and applicable understanding of network operation and management.

Entry requirements

General entry requirements (with the exemption of the requirement in Swedish for those with foreign grades) + English 6, Mathemathics 2a or 2b or 2c. Or: English level 2, Mathematics level 2a or level 2b or level 2c.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Networking Basics

  Halmstad University

  Halmstad

  Start date: 30 August 2027

  End date: 31 October 2027

  Pace of study: 50 %