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Machadka Isgaarsiinta Qaranka & Tababarada

National Telecom Institute (NTI)

JAMHUURIYADDA FEDERAALKA SOOMAALIYA FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF SOMALIA

WASAARADDA BOOSTADA, ISGAARSIINTA & TEKNOLOJIYADA

MINISTRY OF POSTS, TELECOM & TECHNOLOGY

MANHAJKA MACHADKA ISGAARSIINTA QARANKA

NATIONAL TELECOM INSTITUTE CURRICULUM (NTI)

2019



NTI COURSES

No Course Name Duration

1. International Computer Driving Licence (ICDL) 2 Months

2. IT Essentials (A+) 2 Months

3. Basic of Networking (Network +) 2 Months

4. Certified Cisco Network Ass. (CCNA) 4 Month

5. Linux Essential 2 Months

6. Database Management 4 Weeks

7. Fiber Optical Technician 6 Months

8. Geographic Information System (GIS) 3 Weeks

9. Mobile Applications 1 Month

10. Mobile Repairing 1 Month

11. Web Design 2 Months

12. Photoshop and graphical Design 1 Month

13. CCTV installation 3 Weeks

14. Laptop Repairing 1 Month

15. Spectrum Management 2 Months

16. Project Management 2 Months

17. ITIL Foundation 2 Months

18. Postal and Courier Training 2 Months

19. Human Resources Management 1 Month

20. Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) 2 Months



IT Essential: PC Hardware and Software (A+)

Course Description:

This course introduces basic computer hardware and operating systems, covering

installing, building, upgrading, repairing, configuring, troubleshooting, optimizing,

diagnosing and preventive maintenance, with additional elements of soft skills and

security.

Course objective:

Upon Completion of the course, the candidate shall be able to:

Identify the names, purposes and characteristics of storage devices,

motherboards, power supplies, and processors, cooling systems, memory,

display devices, input devices, adapter cards, ports and cables.

Install, configure, optimize, and upgrade personal computer components

including internal and external storage devices, display devices, basic input,

and multimedia devices.

Identify tools, diagnostic procedures, and troubleshooting techniques for

personal computer components.

Install, configure, optimize, and upgrade the current Windows client

operating system

Create view, and manage disks, directories, and files in Windows operating

systems.

Identify the names, purposes, and characteristics of printer and scanner

components, ports, and cables.

Install, configure, optimize, troubleshoot, and upgrade printers and scanners.



Course Outline

IT Essential: PC hardware& Software (A+)

Chapter Topic Duration

Chapter 1 Introduction to Computer

2 Months

Chapter 2 Connectivity

Chapter 3 Motherboard

Chapter 4 Memory

Chapter 5 Storage Devices

Chapter 6 Evolution history of windows operating system

Chapter 7 Basic of Installation window 7 .8. 10

Chapter 8 Printers

Chapter 9 Troubleshoot of windows 7

Chapter 10 Basic of Internet Connectivity



International Computer Driver License (ICDL): Microsoft office 2016)

Course Description:

International Computer Driving License (ICDL) is the world's leading computer

skills certification. To date more than 14 million people have engaged with the ICDL

program, in over 150 countries. It offers a wide range of modules including

Computer Essentials, Word Processing and IT Security. Candidates take tests in the

modules which are most relevant to their educational and professional requirements,

thereby creating their ICDL Profile. Whether in school, university or in the

workplace, ICDL offers the skills you need to succeed.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

Upon Completion of the course, the candidate shall be able to:

Understand what hardware is, know about factors that affect computer

performance and know about peripheral devices.

Understand what software is and give examples of common applications

software and operating system software.

Understand how information networks are used within computing, and be

aware of the different options to connect to the Internet.

Understand what Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is and

give examples of its practical applications in everyday life.

Use the main features of the operating system including adjusting the main

computer settings and using built-in help features.



Operate effectively around the computer desktop and work effectively in a

graphical user environment.

Know about the main concepts of file management and be able to efficiently

organize files and folders so that they are easy to identify and find.

Work with documents and save them in different file formats.

Choose built-in options such as the Help function to enhance productivity.

ICDL Course Outline ( Microsoft Office 2016)

Chapter Topic Duration

Chapter 1 Concepts of Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

2 Months

Chapter 2 Using the Computer and Managing Files

Chapter 3 Word Processing (Microsoft Word)

Chapter 4 Spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel)

Chapter 5 Using Databases (Microsoft Access)

Chapter 6 Presentation (Microsoft PowerPoint)

Chapter 7 Web Browsing and Communication

Chapter 8 Revision/ Practice



Cisco Certified network Association (CCNA)

Course Descriptions:

The Cisco CCNA Routing and Switching curriculum is designed for Cisco

Networking Academy course participants who are seeking entry-level jobs in the

Information Communications Technology (ICT) industry or wish to keep pace with

fast paced implementation of ICT in their industry.

Course objectives:

Introduces the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of

the Internet and computer networks.

The principles of IP addressing and fundamentals of Ethernet concepts,

media, and operations are introduced to provide a foundation for the

curriculum.

to build simple LANs, perform basic configurations for routers and switches,

and implement IP addressing schemes

Describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and

switches in a small network. configure a router and a switch for basic

functionality.

configure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common issues

with RIPv1, RIPv2, single-area and multi-area OSPF, virtual LANs, and

inter-VLAN routing in both IPv4 and IPv6 network

Describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and

switches in a large and complex network.



configure routers and switches for advanced functionality.

configure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common issues

with OSPF, EIGRP, STP, and VTP in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks.

configure and troubleshoot network devices and resolve common issues with

data link protocols.

Developing the knowledge and skills needed to implement IPSec and virtual

private network (VPN) operations in a complex network.

Course Outline

Cisco Certified Network Association (CCNA)

Module Topic Duration

Module 1

Introduction to Networking

Exploring the Network

Configuring a Network Operating System

Network Protocols and Communications

Network Access

Ethernet

Network Layer

Transport Layer

IP Addressing

Subnetting IP Networks

Application Layer

4 Months

Module 2 Routing and switching Essentials

Introduction to Switched Networks

Basic Switching Concepts and Configuration

VLANs

Routing Concepts



Inter-VLAN Routing

Static Routing

Routing Dynamically

Single-Area OSPF

Access Control Lists

DHCP

Network Address Translation for IPv4

Module 3 Scaling Network

Introduction to Scaling Networks

LAN Redundancy

Link Aggregation

Wireless LANs

Multi-area OSPF

Network Layer

EIGRP

EIGRP Advanced Configurations and

Troubleshooting

IOS Images and Licensing

Module 4 Connecting network

Hierarchical Network Design

Connecting to the WAN

Point-to-Point Connections

Frame Relay

Broadband Solutions

Static Routing

Securing Site-to-Site Connectivity

Monitoring the Network

Troubleshooting the Network



Web Design (HTML & CSS)

Goal

To develop the skill & knowledge of Web page design.

Students will understand the knowhow and can function either as an entrepreneur

or can take up jobs in the multimedia and Web site development studio and other

information technology sectors

Course Objectives: The student will be able to

Define the principle of Web page design

Define the basics in web design

Visualize the basic concept of HTML.

Recognize the elements of HTML.

Introduce basics concept of CSS.

Develop the concept of web publishing

Introduction to Web Design (HTML & CSS)

Module1 Web Design Principles Duration

Basic principles involved in developing a web site

Planning process

Five Golden rules of web designing

Designing navigation bar

Page design

Home Page Layout

Design Concept

2 Month

Module 2 Basics in Web Design

Brief History of Internet

What is World Wide Web

Why create a web site

Web Standards

Audience requirement.

Module 3 Introduction to HTML



What is HTML

HTML Documents

Basic structure of an HTML document

Creating an HTML document

Markup Tags

Heading-Paragraphs

Line Breaks

HTML Tags.

Module 4 Elements of HTML

Introduction to elements of HTML

4.2 Working with Text

Working with Lists, Tables and Frames

Working with Hyperlinks, Images and Multimedia

Working with Forms and controls.

Module 5 Introduction to Cascading Style Sheets

Concept of CSS

Creating Style Sheet

CSS Properties

CSS Styling(Background, Text Format,

Controlling Fonts)

Working with block elements and objects

Working with Lists and Tables

CSS Id and Class

Box Model(Introduction, Border properties,

Padding

Properties, Margin properties)

CSS Advanced(Grouping, Dimension, Display,

Positioning, Floating, Align, Pseudo class,

Navigation Bar, Image Sprites, Attribute sector)

CSS Color

Creating page Layout and Site Designs.

Module 6 Introduction to Web Publishing or Hosting

Creating the Web Site

Saving the site

Working on the web site

Creating web site structure

Creating Titles for web pages

Themes-Publishing web sites



Fiber Optical Technician

Course Description

Examines the fundamental principles behind basic data and voice transmission via fiber

optic cable; covers light theory, refraction, reflection, critical angle, cable mode and

index ratings, and installation and termination techniques.

Course Objectives:

Describe how optical fibers optic transmit light

Identify the components of optical fiber

Describe the technical advantages of optical fiber.

Describe various cable installation techniques.

Identify different fiber optic connectors and splices.

Demonstrate various Connectorizing techniques.

Use a fusion splicer to splice fiber optic cables.

Perform a cable plant Link loss Budget analysis.

Describe fiber optic safety procedures.

Test and troubleshoot fiber optic cables using fiber optic power meter, test source,

OTDR, cable tracer, and inspection microscope.

Fiber Optical Technician

Module1 Fiber Optic Basics and Fiber Optic Networks Duration

Optical Fiber

Fiber Manufacture

Fiber Applications

Fiber Performance

A Matter of Economics

Fiber or Copper?

Futureproofing the Installation

1 Month

Module 2 Optical Fiber Cables

Optical Fiber Construction

Choice of Cables

The National Electrical Code

1Month



Module 3 Fiber Optic Connectors, Splices, and Tools

Fiber Joints (Connections)

Attenuation

Connectors

Splices

Tools

1Month

Module 4 Cable Plant Link Loss Budget Analysis

Cable Plant Passive Component Loss

Equipment Link Loss Budget Calculation 1Month

Module 5 Fiber Optic Installation Safety

Bare Fiber Safety

Fiber Optic Installation Safety Rules 1Month

Module 6 Fiber Optic Testing

Optical Power

Optical Fiber Testing

Connector and Splice Loss Testing

Testing the Installed Fiber Optic Cable Plant

Couplers and Switches

Fiber Optic Datalinks

1Month



Linux Essentials

Course Descriptions:

This course explores the various tools and techniques commonly used by Linux system

administrators and end users to achieve their day-to-day work in a Linux environment. It is

designed for experienced computer users who have limited or no previous exposure to

Linux, whether they are working in an individual or Enterprise environment.

Course Objectives:

Upon completion of this training you should have a good working knowledge of Linux,

from both a graphical and command line perspective, allowing you to easily navigate

through any of the major Linux distributions. You will be able to continue your progress as

either a user, system administrator or developer using the acquired skill set.

.

A good working knowledge of Linux

How to navigate through major Linux distributions

System configurations and graphical interface of Linux

Basic command line operations

Common applications of Linux



Course Outline

No Fundamental of Linux Duration

Chapter 1 The Linux Foundation

2 Months

Chapter 2 Linux Philosophy and Concepts

Chapter 3 Linux Basics and System Startup

Chapter 4 Graphical Interface

Chapter 5 System Configuration from The Graphical Interface

Chapter 6 Common Applications

Chapter 7 Command Line Operations

Chapter 8 Finding Linux Documentation

Chapter 9 Processes

Chapter 10 File Operations

Chapter 11 Text Editors

Chapter 12 User Environment

Chapter 13 Manipulating Text

Chapter 14 Network Operations

Chapter 15 The Bash Shell and Basic Scripting

Chapter 16 More on Bash Scripting

Chapter 17 Printing

Chapter 18 Local Security Principles

Revision and Final Exam



Student Evaluation Criteria:

1. Midterm Exam 40

2. Final Exam 50

3. Attendance / Participation 10

Total 100

N.B: Passing Score =60%