Overview
Understand the basics of MikroTik RouterOS and its key features, Learn how to configure and manage MikroTik routers for network operations, Prepare for and pass the MTCNA certification exam, Prepare for a successful career in network administration, Learn to troubleshoot common network problems, Gain hands-on experience with network devices and configurations
Beginners who want to learn MikroTik RouterOS and start their networking journey, IT professionals preparing for the MTCNA certification exam., Networking enthusiasts seeking hands-on experience with MikroTik routers, Students pursuing careers in IT and networking
A basic understanding of computer networks is helpful but not mandatory, Access to a MikroTik router or RouterOS virtual machine for hands-on practice, A computer with internet access to follow the lessons and complete exercises., Enthusiasm to learn and prepare for the MTCNA certification.
MikroTik is a Latvian network equipment manufacturer. The company develops and sells wired and wireless network routers, network switches, access points, as well as operating systems and auxiliary software. The company was founded in 1996 with the focus of selling equipment in emerging markets. As of August 2019, the company website reported more than 280 employees. In 2015, with a revenue of EUR 202M, Mikrotik was the 20th largest company in Latvia.
MikroTik's product line comprises end-user networking devices, such as routers, switches, and access points, as well as boards without enclosures, and router software.
The features of MikroTik hardware are not restricted by software licensing; every device is capable of using every compatible feature. Customers may select hardware-based solely on physical requirements, such as port density, processing power, number of wireless antennae, etc. Like other customized operating systems, driver software must be custom developed and Mikrotik products sometimes lag behind other manufacturers in this aspect.
MikroTik company designed the MTCNA course. MTCNA stands for MikroTik Certified Network Associate. This course is designed for Network engineers and technicians wanting to deploy and support network infrastructure engineers. By the end of this training session, the student will be familiar with RouterOS software and RouterBOARD products and be able to connect the client to the Internet. He will also be able to configure, manage, do basic troubleshooting of a MikroTik router and provide basic services to clients.
Titas Sarker
Titas Sarker is MikroTik Certified Trainer(TR No-0629). He is an adjunct faculty member at a private university and a lead instructor at Tsoft IT.
He has multiple information technology professional certifications, including Cisco Certified Network Associate(CCNA), Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate(MCSA), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), MikroTik Certified Routing Engineer(MTCRE), MikroTik Certified Wireless Engineer (MTCWE), MikroTik Certified Traffic Control Engineer (MTCTCE ), MikroTik Certified User Management Engineer(MTCUME ), MikroTik Certified Inter-Networking Engineer(MTCINE ), MikroTik Certified IPv6 Engineer (MTCIPv6E ), MikroTik Certified Security Engineer (MTCSE ), MikroTik Certified Switching Engineer (MTCSWE ), MikroTik Certified Enterprise Wireless Engineer (MTCEWE ) etc.
He also works as an Assistant Manager (IT) in a solutions company and holds a Master's degree in Information Technology.