ADVANCE DIPLOMA IN COMPUTER HARDWARE AND NETWORKING

Category: COMPUTER

Course Structure: 2 Years (4 Semesters)

Semester 1 – Fundamentals of Hardware & Electronics

Computer Hardware Basics

• Introduction to Computer Systems

• Internal & External Components

• Peripheral Devices

• BIOS/UEFI Concepts

• Motherboard Architecture

Electronics Essentials

• Basics of Electricity

• Resistors, Capacitors, Inductors

• Ohm’s Law

• SMPS & Power Supply Circuits

• Soldering & Multimeter Usage

Hardware Skills

• PC Assembling & Disassembling

• Troubleshooting Motherboards

• RAM Types and Testing

• HDD/SSD Interfaces (IDE/SATA/NVMe)

Catering to Devices (Add-on)

• Printer Basics (Inkjet & Laser)

• Scanner Basics

• UPS Functions

Semester 2 – Operating Systems & Hardware Troubleshooting

Operating System Skills

• Installation of Windows (7/8/10/11)

• Dual Booting Techniques

• MS-DOS Basics

• Driver Installation & Troubleshooting

• File System Management (NTFS/FAT32)

System Utilities & Security

• Disk Management & Partition Tools

• Antivirus Management

• Firewall Configuration

• System Restore & Recovery Tools

• Backup & Restore Processes

Advance Device Repair

• Printer Repairing Techniques

• Monitor Troubleshooting

• SMPS Fault Finding

• Laptop Hardware Repair (Advanced)

Soft Skills

• Basic English Communication

• Customer Interaction Skills

Semester 3 – Networking Essentials & Server Technologies

Networking Fundamentals

• Network Types & Topologies

• OSI & TCP/IP Models

• Subnetting & IP Addressing

• LAN Cables, Crimping, Punching

• LAN/WAN Configuration

• Switches & Routers Basics

Network Devices

• CCTV Installation Basics

• Wi-Fi Access Point Configuration

• Network Printers

• VoIP Fundamentals

Windows Server Administration

• Windows Server 2012/2016

• User & Group Management

• DNS, DHCP, Active Directory

• Group Policies & Permissions

• File Server & Print Server Setup

Basic Linux Administration

• Linux Installation

• Shell Commands

• User Management

• File Permissions

• Basic Networking in Linux

Semester 4 – Advanced Networking, Security & Cloud Fundamentals

Advanced Networking (CCNA Level)

• Advanced IP Addressing

• VLANs & Trunking

• Routing Protocols: RIP, OSPF

• NAT, PAT & ACLs

• WAN Technologies (MPLS / Leased Line)

• Router & Switch Configuration (Cisco)

Network Security

• Firewalls & VPN Concepts

• Cybersecurity Fundamentals

• Phishing, Malware & Threat Management

• Intrusion Prevention Basics

Cloud Concepts (Foundation Level)

• Introduction to Cloud Computing

• AWS / Azure Basics

• Virtual Machines & Storage

• Cloud Networking Basics

Industry Practical Training

• Network Setup in Real Environment

• Server Setup & Deployment

• IT Support Ticketing & Problem Solving

Professional Skills

• Resume Building

• Interview Preparation

• Technical Assessments

• Live Project & Viva

 Career Opportunities After Completion

Students can become:

• Computer Hardware Technician

• Networking Technician

• Desktop Support Engineer

• System Administrator

• Network Administrator

• IT Support Engineer

• Technical Support Associate

• Field Support Engineer

• CCTV & Network Installer

• Linux/Windows Server Assistant

• Junior Network Engineer (CCNA level)

Employment Areas

• IT Companies

• Corporate Offices

• Education Institutions

• Government Departments

• Banks & Financial Institutions

• Data Centers

• Networking & ISP Companies

• Manufacturing Units

• Service Centers

• Cloud & Cybersecurity Firms