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With the tremendous increase in the usage of computers and its related technology, the interest in the fundamentals of networking has also seen a rise. Through the Networking course, the students will be able to learn more about the basics of communication and the method of how networks work from one device to another. Read to know more about Networking Courses.

Types of Networking Courses

Students will be able to pursue different types of Networking courses as per their requirements and eligibility. The types of Networking course ranges from full time, part-time, online, distance and more. Certifications in Networking are also very popular among students, as they will provide them with the required knowledge about the subject.

Popular Networking Courses

Networking is an important part of information technology and is offered as an undergraduate/postgraduate degree. Students can opt to study the course as a full-fledged degree or as certification and diploma courses. 

Networking Degree Courses – UG

Students can check the list of popular undergraduate Networking degree courses from the table given below.

Course

College

BSc Hardware and Networking

Brainware University

BCA Hardware and Networking

Martin Luther Christian University

BSc Networking Technologies

Springdale College of Management Studies

BTech Network Engineering

Amity University

BTech Network Engineering

Manipal Institute of Technology

BSc Hardware and Networking

Fortis Institute of Training

BTech Network Engineering

Maulana Azad Institute of Technology

Distance Networking Courses

Networking courses are also available as distance courses. Some of the distance networking courses are given below.  

Course

College/Institute

BSc Hardware and Networking Distance Education

NIMS University

Certificate Programme in PC Hardware & Networking (CPCHN)

IGNOU

BSc Hardware and Networking Distance Education

Jaipur National University

Diploma in Computer Hardware & Network (DCHNT) (Distance Education)

Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth

BBA Networking Distance Learning

The Delhi Institute of Computer Technology (DICT), Delhi

Part-Time/Short-term Networking Courses

Students can check some of the colleges offering part-time/short-term networking courses from the table given below.

Course Name

Colleges

Certificate Course in Internet Applications

PCM SD College for Women

Certificate in Computer Networking and Internet (CCNI)

Erode Arts and Science College

Certificate Course in Computer Hardware and Networking

Everest Institute of Management and Technology, Rajasthan

Certificate Course in Internet Applications

Mahan Institute of Technology

Certificate in Computer Networking and Internet (CCNI)

Besant Women's College, Karnataka

Certificate Course in Computer Hardware and Networking

Aligarh Muslim University

Certificate in Computer Networking and Internet (CCNI)

Vidyasagar College of Arts and Science, Tamil Nadu

Online Networking Courses

There are various online networking courses available for students. Some of the online networking courses can be checked below.

Course

Platform/Institute

Introduction to TCP/IP

Yonsei University

The Bits and Bytes of Computer Networking

Google

Computer Communications

University of Colorado

Google IT Support

Google

Networking Diploma Courses – UG

Eligible students will be able to apply for networking diploma courses. The list of popular diploma courses are given below.

Name of the Diploma

College

Diploma in Networking & Internet Application

Institute for Technology and Management, Tamil Nadu

Diploma in Internet & Intranet Security

Central India Institute of Management Studies

Diploma in Cyber Security

Madhya Pradesh Bhoj Open University (Odisha)

Diploma in Hardware and Networking

Baroda Institute of Technology, Gujarat

Diploma in Computer Hardware and Networking (DCHN)

ACA Institute of Management, West Bengal

Diploma in Internet Application

PCM SD College for Women

Networking Certification Courses

Some of the certification courses for Networking and its platforms are given below.

Certificate Course

Platforms

Certificate course in PC Hardware & Networking

NIELIT

Certification for Entry-Level Networking

CCNA

Certificate in Networking

CCNP

Certificate in Networking

SolarWinds Certified Professional

Certificate in Networking

CompTIA Network+

Networking Degree Courses – PG

Different colleges also offer postgraduate networking degrees. Some of the popular degree courses are given in the table below.

Course

College

MSc Network Protocol Design

Lyallpur Khalsa College

MSc System Administration & Networking

Amity University

ME Network Engineering

GKM College of Engineering and Technology

MTech Computer Network Engineering

JC Bose University of Science and Technology

MTech Network Management & Information Security

Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya

ME Digital Communication and Networking

Bangalore Institute of Technology, Coimbatore

MSc Network Technology & Management

Anna University Chennai

MTech Computer Systems and Networking

Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology

Networking Diploma Courses –PG

Students can check the popular postgraduate networking diploma courses from the table given below.

Name of the Diploma

Colleges

Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Networking/Hardware and Maintenance

Punjabi University, Punjab

Advanced Diploma Course in Internet Applications

PCM SD College for Women

Networking Courses Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. What is Networking?

A. Networking is the practice of exchanging and transporting data over a shared medium in an information system.

Q. What is the basic eligibility criteria for admissions into undergraduate networking courses?

A. The basic eligibility criteria for admissions into undergraduate networking courses is a qualification in the 12th standard examination with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as compulsory subjects.

Q. What are the basic skills required by networking professionals?

A. Some of the basic skills required by networking professionals are – creativity, analytical skills, good programming skills, problem-solving skills, etc.

Q. Are diploma degrees available in networking courses?

A. Yes. Some colleges offer diploma-networking courses to eligible students.

Q. What are the popular job profiles for networking graduates?

A. Some of the popular job profiles for networking graduates are – Network Engineer, Network Specialist, Network Security Engineer, Senior Technical Consultant, etc.

Popular Computer Networking Colleges in India

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UG Courses

Popular Computer Networking PG Courses

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PG Courses

Popular Computer Networking Specializations

Following are the most popular Computer Networking Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

Popular Specializations

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Hello!

No, Cyber Security courses in Mumbai are not necessarily expensive. Here is a fee-wise bifurcation of the best Cyber Security colleges in Mumbai:

Course Fee RangeNo. of Colleges

Less than INR 1 Lakh 

3 colleges
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INR 2-3 Lakh8 colleges
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There are many affordable Cyber Security colleges in Pune. Here is a categorization of the best Cyber Security colleges in Pune, based on their average course fees:

Course Fee RangeNo. of Colleges

Less than INR 1 Lakh 

8 colleges
INR 1-2 Lakh12 colleges
INR 2-3 Lakh7 colleges
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Muskan Chugh

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The table below provides the course fees and eligibility details about some of the top government Cyber Security colleges in Tamil Nadu.

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Total Tuition Fee

Entrance Exam/Eligibility

University of Madras Admission

INR 3,000-1 Lakh

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Merit-Based

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INR 45,000-50,000

Merit-Based

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Merit-Based

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INR 4,800

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The table below provides the course fees and eligibility details about some of the top private Cyber Security colleges in Tamil Nadu.

College Name

Total Tuition Fee

Entrance Exam/Eligibility

Periyar Maniammai Institute of Science and Technology Admission

INR 69,000Merit-Based

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INR 2.41 LakhMerit-Based

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