The BCA Department organized a 30-Hours Certificate Course on Networking Fundamentals and Troubleshooting from 3rd September to 1 5th September 2025. The course was facilitated by two distinguished resource persons, Ms. Synora Rodrigues and Mr. Dwayne Afonso. The course aimed to provide participants with both theoretical knowledge and practical exposure to fundamental networking concepts. The sessions were conducted on 3rd, 4th, 8th, 9th, 10th and 15th September, covering essential aspects of networking in a systematic and hands-on manner. 42 students participated in the
course.
The course began on Day 1 with an introduction to networking concepts. On Day 2, participants explored the fundamentals of IPs and networks, with special emphasis on understanding networking devices in the context of different classes of IP addresses. This was followed on Day 3 by practical sessions on the implementation and troubleshooting of IPs in a LAN environment. Day 4 moved on to the concept of internetworking, explaining how communication takes place between different IP networks. On Day 5, the focus shifted to routing and switching, where students learned about managing network traffic and packet forwarding. Day 6 dealt with servers and domains, highlighting the implementation of a server as a Domain Controller in an Active Directory environment. Following these, participants were also engaged in assignment demonstrations, consolidating their knowledge through practical exposure to routing and switching environments.
The Certificate Course in Networking Fundamentals and Troubleshooting was highly beneficial to the participants. By integrating both theoretical knowledge and hands-on practice, the course equipped learners with industry-relevant skills that are vital for addressing real-world networking challenges.
Expected Outcome of the Activity:
Building on the strong foundation developed through this course, participants are well-positioned to pursue advanced certifications and training in areas such as Network Security, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, and Virtualization Technologies. Such initiatives will continue to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry expectations, preparing participants for dynamic roles in the field of Information Technology.
