This course provides students with foundational knowledge of network monitoring which can be used for optimizing data flow and access in a complex and changing environment. Students will learn about various industry standard network monitoring and optimization tools, such as Nagios, Cacti, SolarWinds and PRTGs. It will also help students understand the importance of continuity planning for mission critical applications.
Prerequisites
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What you will learn
- Network Monitoring
Monitoring tools and applications - Nagios,
Installation, configuration, and monitoring using monitoring tools and applications, such as Nagios, Cacti, and PRTG
Moitoring Windows and Linux environment
Monitoring routers and switches
High availability and failover options for tools such as Nagios
Creating performance and traffic graphs
Security and standards for tools, such as Cacti
Business Process Intelligence
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12099 |
January 3, 2026 to April 11, 2026 |
Lecture/Practical | Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22040 |
May 1, 2026 to July 18, 2026 |
Lecture/Practical | Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22041 |
May 1, 2026 to July 18, 2026 |
Lecture/Practical | Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.