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The computer networks use several technologies for connecting computers together we will learn some of those popular technologies that are commonly used today. This course on computer networking and security is aimed at teaching two wide spread areas of computer networking and the networking systems.
First part of the course is devoted to cover the network systems from physical cabling to planning of address schemes for network devices to build up a network. The second part of the course will be starting with topics of configuring network devices up to routing in computer networks.
Objectives of this course are as follows,
During this course you will learn following modules in detail.
Computer Networks
Types of Computer Networks, Network Topologies, Routers, Modems, Network HUB/Switch, Different Modes in Communication, Internet Model, Wired Media, Wireless Media Structured Network Cabling
Computer Network Practical
Switching Basis, Configuring a Manageable Switch, Routing, Network without a Centralized Administration, Active Directory Users and Computers, Installing and Configuring Linux Servers, Web Server, Database Servers, E-Mail Server, Routing and Remote Access with NAT
Network Security
Computer Security, Security Architecture, Securing Systems, Network Security, Proxy servers, Firewalls, Network Monitoring Tools
Highly recognized certificate will be offered by the Open University of Sri Lanka to the participants who successfully complete the course.
| Programme Category : | Short Programme –(CERC Project) Approved by The Department of Computer Science |
| Conducted by : | The Department of Computer Science |
| Programme Duration : | 6 months (on Saturdays) |
| Discipline(s) / Course(s) : | Short course in Computer Network Security |
| Delivery : | Online lectures and Onsite practical (Every Saturday) |
| Medium : | English/Sinhala |
Those who wish to get skills and knowledge in the subject.
| Issuing of Applications : | 22/12/2023 |
| Closing Date for Applications : | 08/03/2024 |
| Programme commencing date : | March 09, 2024 (From 8.00 am to 12.00 noon) |
How to apply
Step 01: Pay Rs. 40,000/= as the course fee, to any branch of the Bank of Ceylon (BOC). Account No. 7417821
Sample Bank Receipt: 💾 Click here
Step 02: The Google application can be filled out through the below link. (attached images of the National Identity Card (N.I.C.), the Paid Bank paying voucher, and a recent photograph of the student)
Google Form Link: https://forms.gle/HB7DcaiigzNDGCGz9
**We will send you an email confirming of accepting your application form
*** You can pay in two installments (one installment should be paid before the deadline)
Course fee for a student will be Rs. 40, 000 /= (Per head).
This Short programme is conducted by The Department of Computer Science.
For more details Contact
| Address: | The Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Natural Sciences, The Open University of Sri Lanka, Nawala, Nugegoda. |
| Contact : | Colombo Regional Centre – 0773 917088 (weekdays from 9.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m.) |
| E-mail : | Colombo Regional Centre – idari@ou.ac.lk |
