Network Infrastructure Fundamentals (NIF®)

Gain detailed knowledge in the field of telecommunications network infrastructure.

Program Overview

To operate successfully, all methods of communication require a source and a destination with a pathway in between. The source is most often a smart device such as a phone, tablet, scanner, camera, card reader, etc. The destination (the point of processing the data) could be a telephone exchange or storage and processing equipment in a data center. The media pathway can be fiber optic or copper cables, or quite often wireless links.

This program provides a broad understanding of the principles of communications systems, an understanding of voice and data communications technologies, and how to relate that information to the complexity of the physical network required. It explores the physical infrastructure components that combine to create the pathways, containment systems and network cabling infrastructure.

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Network Infrastructure Fundamentals (NIF) Program Details

Program Content
Basic Network Functions

Networking Technologies
  • Ethernet, Passive Optical Networks (PON) and other distribution methods
  • WiFi
  • Cellular infrastructure
  • Audio visual
  • Security
  • Internet of Things (IoT)
  • Smart environments

Data Communications Principles

Networking Protocols

Physical Infrastructure

Service Assurance and Maintenance

Sustainability Practices
Program Duration
Learner Profile
Pre-requisites
Program Requirements
Accreditation
Further Learning