In this course, students will learn to build simple LANs, perform basic configurations for routers and switches, and implementing IP addressing schemes. They will configure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common VLAN routing issues in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks. Students will develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills using real equipment and Cisco Packet Tracer. Students will configure WAN technologies and network services required by converged applications in a complex network.