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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Learners will be able to design structured cabling systems and appropriate networking components for reliable building communication infrastructure

  • They will also understand how to integrate passive and active network elements to ensure scalability, performance, and efficient data flow.

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May 2026

Assessments

8 assignments

Taught in English

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This course is part of the Smart Building Systems- Electrical and ELV Specialization
When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Specialization.
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There are 4 modules in this course

This course provides a comprehensive foundation in networking and structured cabling systems for modern buildings. It covers both passive infrastructure (cabling, pathways, and layout design) and active networking components (switches, routing, and data communication systems). Through a structured progression from Passive Cabling Part 1 & 2 to Active Networking Part 1 & 2, learners will understand how data networks are designed, installed, and integrated within building environments.

Learners will develop the ability to design structured cabling systems, select appropriate cable types (copper and fiber), and understand backbone and horizontal distribution. They will also gain insights into network devices, data flow, bandwidth considerations, and system scalability. By the end of the course, learners will be able to plan reliable and efficient network infrastructure aligned with building requirements and future expansion needs. What makes this course unique is its practical, system-level approach, connecting passive and active components into a unified design perspective. It emphasizes real-world applications and decision-making, enabling learners to confidently contribute to ICT infrastructure design, smart buildings, and integrated systems engineering. Target learners: β€’ Graduate engineers seeking practical knowledge in Smart Building Electrical & ELV systems. β€’ Design consultants and project engineers working on building and infrastructure projects. β€’ Commissioning, maintenance, and facility professionals involved in smart building technologies.

This module provides an introduction to network passive components and structured cabling systems used in modern communication infrastructure. It covers the fundamentals of network cabling, including copper cables, Ethernet categories, and structured cabling standards used in data and voice networks. Learners will understand key components such as patch panels, connectors, backbone connectivity, and distribution systems within buildings. The module also introduces emerging IP-based technologies and explains how structured cabling supports scalable, reliable, and integrated smart building communication systems.

What's included

8 videos2 assignments3 plugins

8 videosβ€’Total 47 minutes
  • About the Specializationβ€’3 minutes
  • About the Courseβ€’3 minutes
  • Network Passive Components: Cablesβ€’4 minutes
  • Components of Data and Voice -1β€’5 minutes
  • Ethernet Cable and its Typesβ€’8 minutes
  • Components of Data and Voice -IIβ€’4 minutes
  • Backbone Connectivityβ€’8 minutes
  • IP Trends on Smart Building Applicationβ€’10 minutes
2 assignmentsβ€’Total 60 minutes
  • Networking Passive Cabling Part 1β€’30 minutes
  • Assessment on Networking Passive Cabling Part 1β€’30 minutes
3 pluginsβ€’Total 45 minutes
  • Cable Types and Structured Cablingβ€’15 minutes
  • Study of Patch Panels and its Types and Componentsβ€’15 minutes
  • Copper Cable Detailsβ€’15 minutes

This module provides a comprehensive understanding of fiber optic communication and network infrastructure used in buildings and data centers. It covers the fundamentals of fiber optic technology, including single-mode and multi-mode fiber types, construction, and performance characteristics. Learners will also explore building network design, structured cabling systems, backbone connectivity, wireless network deployment, and power delivery for access points. In addition, the module introduces data center infrastructure concepts such as cabling hierarchy, tier classification, racks, cable management, and practical installation and testing for reliable network performance.

What's included

9 videos2 assignments5 plugins

9 videosβ€’Total 65 minutes
  • Study of Fibre Optic Cables and its Typesβ€’13 minutes
  • Different Types of Multi-mode and Single-mode Optical Fiber Cablingβ€’9 minutes
  • Fibre Optic Cable Properties and Constructionβ€’12 minutes
  • Introduction to Networking Cabling Building Designβ€’5 minutes
  • Study of Building Network Design -Wireless (Wi-Fi) Topology in Buildings and WAP Poweringβ€’5 minutes
  • Study of Structured Cabling in Datacenterβ€’6 minutes
  • Study of Data Center Tieringβ€’6 minutes
  • Study of Three Topologies in Data Center Cablingβ€’5 minutes
  • Study of Racks and Cable Management in Data Centreβ€’5 minutes
2 assignmentsβ€’Total 60 minutes
  • Networking Passive Cabling Part 2β€’30 minutes
  • Assessment on Assessment on Networking Passive Cabling Part 2β€’30 minutes
5 pluginsβ€’Total 75 minutes
  • Study of Building Network Designβ€’15 minutes
  • Study of Building Automation Systemβ€’15 minutes
  • Structured Cabling Hierarchyβ€’15 minutes
  • Network Cabling Installationβ€’15 minutes
  • Network Cabling Testingβ€’15 minutes

This module provides an introduction to active networking components and their role in modern communication systems. It covers the fundamentals of Local Area Networks (LAN), including various LAN topologies and the operation of networking devices such as hubs, bridges, and switches with Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching concepts. Learners will understand network segmentation, switching domains, and how switching enhances network performance. The module also introduces converged networks, tiered and borderless network architectures, and key network planning principles for scalable and reliable enterprise and building communication infrastructures.

What's included

7 videos2 assignments3 plugins

7 videosβ€’Total 57 minutes
  • Introduction of Active Networkingβ€’12 minutes
  • LAN Topologies and its Typesβ€’9 minutes
  • Detail Study on Hubs, Bridges its Types and Functionsβ€’8 minutes
  • Study on Switches and Layersβ€’7 minutes
  • Borderless Networksβ€’10 minutes
  • Switching Domainsβ€’5 minutes
  • Networking Planning and Designβ€’7 minutes
2 assignmentsβ€’Total 60 minutes
  • Networking Active Part 1β€’30 minutes
  • Assessment on Networking Active Part 1β€’30 minutes
3 pluginsβ€’Total 45 minutes
  • Local Area Network (LAN) and Active Networkingβ€’15 minutes
  • Study on Layer 2 and Layer 3 Switchesβ€’15 minutes
  • Converged Network and Tire Networkβ€’15 minutes

This module provides advanced knowledge of active networking systems and their role in designing modern communication infrastructures. It covers network design methodologies for enterprise networks and data centers, including capacity planning, redundancy, performance optimization, and Wide Area Network (WAN) connectivity. Learners will also explore wireless roaming technologies, networking standards, and security principles such as authentication, data privacy, and integrity. The module further introduces key hardware and software components used in active networking systems to support scalable, secure, and high-performance network infrastructures.

What's included

7 videos2 assignments5 plugins

7 videosβ€’Total 42 minutes
  • Introduction of Network Active Systemβ€’4 minutes
  • Designing of Networkingβ€’7 minutes
  • Designing of Datacenterβ€’6 minutes
  • Study of WANβ€’7 minutes
  • WAN Technologiesβ€’4 minutes
  • Necessity, Need, Goal and Impact of Active Networkingβ€’6 minutes
  • Study of Miscellaneous Harware and Software in Network Active Systemβ€’9 minutes
2 assignmentsβ€’Total 60 minutes
  • Networking Active Part 2β€’30 minutes
  • Assessment on Networking Active Part 2β€’30 minutes
5 pluginsβ€’Total 75 minutes
  • Wireless Roaming and its Hardwareβ€’15 minutes
  • Standards in Network Active Designβ€’15 minutes
  • Data Privacy, Authentication, Integrity and Securityβ€’15 minutes
  • Network Active Design Technology and Data Ratesβ€’15 minutes
  • Network Authenticationβ€’15 minutes

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