This Computer Networking & Network Engineering course provides a complete, college-level introduction to networking concepts and prepares learners for the CompTIA Network+ certification exam. It is designed for beginners and aspiring IT professionals who want to build strong foundational and practical networking skills.

The course starts with an introduction to network devices and how they interact within modern computer networks. It then covers core networking services and applications such as DHCP, DNS, and NAT, explaining how they support communication across networks.

Learners will explore WAN technologies, network cabling types, topologies, and infrastructure implementations. The course also provides a strong foundation in IP addressing, including both IPv4 and IPv6, along with special networking concepts used in real environments.

A major part of the course focuses on routing, switching, and network configuration, helping learners understand how data is directed efficiently across systems. It also introduces virtualization, cloud computing basics, and storage area networks (SANs).

In addition, the course covers network security fundamentals, including threats, vulnerabilities, firewall basics, and network hardening techniques. It also teaches troubleshooting methodologies for resolving common network issues using tools and structured approaches.

By the end of this course, learners will be fully prepared to understand, manage, and troubleshoot computer networks and will have a strong foundation for the CompTIA Network+ certification exam.