• Learn the functions of system modules and key terminology.

• Understand popular CPU chips and their characteristics.

• Explore BIOS and UEFI fundamentals.

• Dive into motherboard architecture and core components.

• Identify RAM types, ports, connectors, and common cable types.

• Study printer operations, types, and internal components.

• Install and configure internal devices like hard drives and expansion cards.

• Set up external peripherals such as printers, scanners, and monitors.

• Troubleshoot and optimize peripheral device performance.

• Implement safety procedures and best practices for hardware handling.

• Replace and manage system components effectively.

• Perform structured troubleshooting for common hardware and OS issues.

• Understand OS basics, system files, disk and file management.

• Perform clean installations and upgrades of Windows OS.

• Explore boot sequences and boot methods.

• Install, configure, and troubleshoot device drivers.

• Learn to manage installed applications and optimize system performance.

• Use built-in Windows utilities for system health and repair.

• Solve file system, driver, and performance-related problems.

• Understand types of networks, topologies, and networking devices.

• Explore LAN cable types, color coding, and physical media.

• Study core networking protocols and virtualization basics.

• Dive into IPv4 and IPv6 addressing and perform FLSM/VLSM subnetting.

VLANs & Switching:

• Configure VLANs, CDP, LLDP, and EtherChannel (LACP).

• Understand STP, Rapid PVST+, and AP operating modes.

 Wireless & Management:

• Learn Wireless LAN architecture and WLC access methods (Telnet, SSH).

• Understand Cisco’s 3-tier design model.

• Explore router components, boot sequences, and configuration modes.

• Learn static, default, and dynamic routing (OSPFv2).

• Configure and troubleshoot NAT, NTP, DHCP, DNS, SNMP, Syslog, and SSH.

• Understand DHCP relay and TFTP/FTP services.

• Learn key security concepts and security program components.

• Configure VPNs, ACLs, port security, and DHCP snooping.

• Understand AAA services and wireless security protocols.

• Understand traditional vs. automated network management.

• Explore REST-based APIs, SDN concepts, and controller-based networking.

• Learn Ansible, Puppet, and Chef fundamentals.

• Interpret JSON-formatted data and API interactions.