Ethernet fundamentals and structured cabling course

This course provides an introduction to the underlying concepts of Ethernet Local Area Networks and the capabilities, components and structure of different types of Ethernet LAN. The benefits and components of a structured cabling system are also discussed.

Prerequisites:

You will get the most out of this course if you already have an understanding of the fundamentals of the nature of analogue and digital signals and the impairments that affect them. A basic understanding of digital communications and the role of data protocols will also be useful.
It is recommended that the PTT online courses SRA: "Analogue and digital signals" and SRC: "Data communication principles" are studied before attempting this Ethernet fundamentals course

Summary of topics covered:

Introduction to Ethernet protocols and the standard bodies involved in their formulation.

Structure of the different types of Ethernet frame including 802.3 and SNAP

Sharing the physical media: the role and operation of CMSA/CD

Topology, components and features of Ethernet LANs from 10BASE-T to 10GBASE-LR.

Facilities of modern Ethernet switches including triple speed and full duplex operation.

Virtual LANs: applications and benefits.

Benefits, structure and components of a structured cabling installation and its earthing system.

Copper and optical fibre cabling categories and classes.

Cable testing: test equipment and test configurations.

Number of modules: 7
Approximate study time: 6 hours

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