Understanding the complex function of data networking and voice transmission technologies is a daunting task, and in the vast majority of cases handled as completely separate subjects. With the emergence of network convergence, you must have the skills and knowledge to work in a network infrastructure environment which handles both voice and data applications. Converging Voice & Data Networks you get the new-generation networking fundamentals course necessary to manage today's complex networking challenges.

Kit includes:

• Converging Voice and Data Networks Study Guide
• CVDN Instructor Guide (Instructor Guide issued per instructor, not per shipment)
• CVDN Lab Guide with Scenarios

1. The Foundation - Media and Carrier Systems
   We'll begin by introducing the basic concepts that will be required to get started with voice and data networks. We'll discuss voice and data circuits, media choices and examine voice and data networks at a high level.
   1. Key Terms
   2. Media
   3. Switching
   4. Types of Circuits
   5. Networking Basics
   6. Network Architecture
   7. Wireless Networks
2. Digital Voice, Multiplexing and Switching Systems
   Multiplexing and switching are core concepts of voice and data fundamentals. We'll define those terms and look at how they are used to build traditional voice and data networks.
   1. Digital Voice
   2. Creation of Digital Voice
   3. Multiplexing - Definition and Benefits
   4. Traditional Voice Multiplexing
   5. Digital Voice Applications
   6. Voice Multiplexing Products
   7. Central Office Switching
   8. Private Branch Exchanges
   9. Alternatives to PBX - Digital Key Systems
   10. Internetworking with Modems
3. Data in the Office - Local Area Networks
   Local Area Networks are a very important part of converged networks. LANS and how they are built as a platform for networking will be discussed along with important hardware such as switches and routers.
   1. History of LAN's
   2. The Ethernet Access Method
   3. Ethernet Networking Components
   4. Switch Operation
   5. Wireless LAN's
   6. LAN Products Survey
4. Routing and TCP/IP - Wide Area Networking and Packet Switching
   The process of Wide Area Networking includes learning how the TCP/IP protocols are used to perform routing and how WAN's can be "smart" about getting your data to the intended destination efficiently and reliably.
   1. Data Packet Switching
   2. The Role of TCP/IP
   3. Internetworking Protocol
   4. Dynamic Routing
5. Internetworking and Packet Network Design
   Now that we have the core concepts in place, we will use these building blocks to build functional networks. As we combine these pieces (Internetworking) we will learn the design concepts and capabilities.
   1. Internetworking
   2. LAN Design Principles
   3. Virtual LAN's
   4. Remote Access Servers
   5. WAN Design Principles
6. Network Operating Systems
   How do we maximize the productivity of Internetworks? We'll see how network operating systems are used to simplify network application usage. We'll also introduce the very important concept of network "ports" and see how they are used to establish client-server connections.
   1. Network Operating Systems
   2. TCP/IP Applications
   3. NOS File Sharing
   4. NOS Security
7. The Internet and Network Security with Firewalls
   Here we examine the structure of the Internet and the important Internet systems software that make it work. We'll also discuss network security and firewalls and the very important topic of virtual private networks in the context of network security.
   1. How the Internet Works
   2. Internet Access Methods
   3. Internet Service Providers
   4. Securing TCP/IP Networks
   5. Virtual Private Networks
8. Converging Voice & Data - Voice Over IP
   Converging networks usually involves combining network resources for different applications, and using a common protocol is part of that process. In this session, you will see how to use the protocol to carry voice, and you will examine the advantages of this approach, as well as how to plan and implement it.
   1. Introduction to VoIP
   2. Benefits of VoIP
   3. Pitfalls When Implementing VoIP
   4. Methods of VoIP Implementation
   5. Strategies for Migrating Existing Circuit-Switched Networks
   6. VoIP in the LAN
   7. VoIP in the WAN
   8. Implementing QOS
   9. Examples of VoIP Product Suites
9. Wireless Technology
   Wireless technology is a big part of the converging networks phenomenon and we will look at current and future developments in wireless communications. We'll look at wireless systems being applied to both voice and data and offer a sneak peek at some exciting products for the future.
   1. Integrating Wireless LAN Systems into the Internet
   2. Cellular Systems
   3. Using Cellular for Data
   4. Second Generation Broadband Wireless
   5. WI-FI Technologies
   6. 3G Cellular Networks