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RaspberryPiFoundation: An Introduction to Computer Networking for Teachers

Build your knowledge and understanding of computer networks as a computer science teacher.

An Introduction to Computer Networking for Teachers
3 weeks
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An Introduction to Computer Networking for Teachers

About this course

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Explore the fundamentals of computer networking with this online course for teachers. You will improve your understanding of key concepts and gain the confidence to teach the subject in the classroom.

On this course, you will learn to describe the different types of computer networks and understand how data can be transmitted securely. You will cover real world usage of networking technology to enhance your understanding. You will also become more familiar with how the internet works, including routing, DNS, and the World Wide Web.

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  • Language: English
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What you'll learn

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Over the next three weeks, you will:

  • Discuss types of network, advantages and disadvantages and general architecture
  • Describe transmission of data (ethernet, wifi) and network protocols (http, ftp, etc)
  • Explore how data can be transmitted securely
  • Apply knowledge of real world usage of the networking technology
  • Describe the internet including routing, DNS and the “world wide web”
  • Explain how data is encapsulated in an IP packet and a data frame for transmission

Syllabus

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This course will cover:

  • Networks and architecture
  • Transmission of data and network protocols
  • Secure transmission of data
  • Internet including routing, DNS and the “World Wide Web”

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Who is this course for?

This course is for computer science GCSE teachers (or equivalent), especially those specialising in computer networking and cyber security.

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