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IT & Infrastructure

Network Engineering

4 MonthsIn-PersonIndustry Certification Aligned

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Students gain hands-on skills in designing, implementing, and troubleshooting enterprise networks. Lab sessions use real Cisco and MikroTik equipment, preparing graduates for roles in Kenya's growing ISP, banking, and government IT sectors.

WHO IS THIS FOR

This program is designed for ambitious individuals looking to break into technology or upskill for modern tech roles. No prior degree required. We prioritize dedication, logical thinking, and the willingness to learn.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Basic understanding of computers and the internet
  • No prior networking experience required
  • Commitment to full 4-month schedule including lab sessions

TOOLS & TECHNOLOGIES

Cisco IOSMikroTik RouterOSWiresharkPRTG
Students in ASAL iLab Network Engineering class

Inside the ASAL iLab: Network Engineering lecture session.

CURRICULUM

Network types; OSI model (7 layers); TCP/IP model; core protocols (TCP/UDP/ICMP/DNS/DHCP/ARP); IPv4 & IPv6; subnetting/CIDR; network hardware; lab topology design

CERTIFICATION PATH

1
ASAL iLab CertificateCompletion
2
Level 1 CertIndustry Standard
3
Advanced CertSpecialization

CAREER OUTCOMES

→Network Administrator
→NOC Engineer at an ISP
→System Administrator
→Cisco CCNA certification-ready (exam fee support for top graduates)
→Network Technician at telecom/data center

All graduates are eligible for industry certification exams.

LEAD INSTRUCTOR

Abdi Ali
Abdi AliSenior ExpertOver 3 years of industry experience working with global tech giants.

"This program completely changed my trajectory. The hands-on labs were exactly what I needed to pass my interviews."

Jane SmithClass of 2025

FAQS

A standard laptop (Core i5 or equivalent, 8GB RAM) is sufficient for most of our programs. If you don't have one, you can use our lab computers during campus hours.

Applications Closed

This program is not currently accepting applications.

Join the waitlist to be notified when the next cohort opens.

Duration4 Months
FormatIn-Person
CertificationAligned
TOOLS YOU'LL USE
Cisco IOSMikroTik RouterOSWiresharkPRTG

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