Broadband fundamentals
Perfect for those new (and new-ish) to the industry. Make this 7 course program a routine part of your employee onboarding process. Set up new team members for success or give a refresher to existing members.
Time:
Expect learners to spend a half-day on this course.
Registration period:
30-days per learner
$299-399/Learner
Course outline
Introduction
In our very first lesson together, we’ll get down to basics and discover what broadband is, the speeds
available today, and broadband’s overall impact on our lives and communities.
Industry
We’ll take a look at the broadband industry as a whole, including the types of providers and
organizations that serve it.
Technology
Learn all about the many technologies that make connecting to the internet possible—like DSL, satellite,
coax, and fiber—how they work, and the experience they offer to users.
Terminology
Familiarize yourself with common industry terms, from aspects of computer networks and network
architecture to the difference between “bits” and “bytes.”
Equipment
Learn about the most common types of broadband equipment and how they work, from modems to routers to
network extenders.
Regulation
Strengthen your understanding of government regulation in the broadband industry, including regulatory
agencies and policies.
Future
Where is broadband headed next? We’ll cover the Internet of Things and discuss the future of the
broadband industry.
