Computer Networking · Intermediate level

Intermediate level · Module 5 of 6 · 13 guided hours

Cisco Packet Tracer Labs

Use network simulation to design, build and test networks safely.

Learning objectives

  • Use Packet Tracer's devices and modes
  • Build a complete simulated office network
  • Test and troubleshoot in simulation

Topics

  • Packet Tracer interface
  • devices and cabling
  • realtime and simulation modes
  • wireless in simulation
  • testing
  • saving and sharing

Lessons

  1. Lesson 1 Packet Tracer Basics

    Get comfortable with the simulator.

    device librarycablingsimulation modePDUs

  2. Lesson 2 Building a Simulated Office

    Build a realistic multi-device office network in simulation.

    wireless routers and APsserversinternet cloudconfiguration order

  3. Lesson 3 Testing and Troubleshooting in Simulation

    Prove that a design works and find faults systematically.

    test planexpected resultstraceroutefault isolation

Practical activity

Build a full office network in Packet Tracer with wired and wireless clients, servers and an internet link, then troubleshoot planted faults.

Expected outcomes

  • Fluency with simulation
  • Ability to test designs before buying equipment

Assessment

Packet Tracer file and troubleshooting log reviewed.

Taught live by an instructor — online or in person. Free course lessons are for self-study and do not lead to a certificate — see registration options.