Date: 12th February 2026
Time: 12-1
This session, led by industry specialist and competition expert Toby Bell, will provide technical insight into the Network Infrastructure competition and the standards required for learner success.
The session will explore key concepts in network design, infrastructure configuration, and competition scoring, along with guidance on how to prepare learners for the structure and expectations of skills competitions.
Participants will also learn how to use Packet Tracer and other practical resources to support hands-on learner practice, tackle common challenges, and develop competition-ready confidence and accuracy.
This session is suitable for digital and IT teaching staff supporting learners in networking, systems administration, or infrastructure-based units.
Thursday 12th February – University of South Wales, Newport
