Networking Technology Course Descriptions

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Networking Technology Course Descriptions

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CIS 110 Introduction to Computers 2-2-3

This course introduces computer concepts, including fundamental functions and

operations of the computer. Topics include identification of hardware components, basic computer operations, security issues, and use of software applications. Upon

completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the role and function of computers and use the computer to solve problems. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural science/mathematics (Quantitative Option).

Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will: 1. Compare and contrast Microsoft Office and Open Office

2. Demonstrate file portability between at least two Office Suite products and heterogeneous Operating Systems

3. Demonstrate familiarization with basic computer hardware components including processor, input, output, and storage devices

4. Operate computer hardware and software, including operating system software 5. Demonstrate how the computer processes data, including its use of binary 6. Demonstrate knowledge of basic computer concepts and terminology

7. Construct documents, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations using Microsoft Office 2007 and Open Office

8. Operate the Internet and its resources, Windows, and Office Applications 9. Differentiate when to use word processing, text editors, spread sheets, data base,

and presentation software to complete certain tasks

10. Evaluate their knowledge of word processing, text editors, spread sheets, data base, and presentation software

11. Design with no instruction documents, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations using Microsoft Office 2007 and Open Office

CIS 111 Basic PC Literacy 1-2-2

This course provides an overview of computer concepts. Emphasis is placed on the use of personal computers and software applications for personal and fundamental workplace use. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic personal computer skills.

Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will: 1. Compare and contrast Microsoft Office and Open Office

2. Demonstrate file portability between at least two Office Suite products and heterogeneous Operating Systems

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3. Demonstrate familiarization with basic computer hardware components including processor, input, output, and storage devices

4. Operate computer hardware and software, including operating system software 5. Demonstrate how the computer processes data, including its use of binary 6. Demonstrate knowledge of basic computer concepts and terminology

7. Construct documents, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations using Microsoft Office 2007 and Open Office

8. Operate the Internet and its resources, Windows, and Office Applications 9. Differentiate when to use word processing, text editors, spread sheets, data base,

and presentation software to complete certain tasks

10. Evaluate their knowledge of word processing, text editors, spread sheets, data base, and presentation software

11. Design with no instruction documents, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations using Microsoft Office 2007 and Open Office

CIS 115 Introduction to Programming and Logic 2-3-3

Prerequisite: MAT 070, MAT 080, MAT 090, MAT 095, MAT 120, MAT 121, MAT 161, MAT 171, or MAT 175

This course introduces computer programming and problem solving in a structured program logic environment. Topics include language syntax, data types, program organization, problem solving methods, algorithm design, and logic control structures. Upon completion, students should be able to manage files with operating system commands, use top-down algorithm design, and implement algorithmic solutions in a programming language. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural

science/mathematics (Quantitative Option).

Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will: 1. Describe the basic structure of a computer program

2. Describe and use the basic constructs of algorithm development

3. Describe common algorithm techniques used to solve complex problems 4. Construct flowcharts based on a given business problem

5. Create pseudo code based on a given business problem

6. Design, code, test, and debug computer code written in the Java programming language

CTS 115 Information Systems Business Concept 3-0-3

The course introduces the role of IT in managing business processes and the need for business process and IT alignment. Emphasis is placed on industry need for

understanding business challenges and developing/managing information systems to contribute to the decision making process based on these challenges. Upon completion,

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students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the ‘hybrid business manager’ and the potential offered by new technology and systems. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement. (TAC – 05/24/06)

Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will:

1. Demonstrate/analyze/apply how information systems facilitate decision making

2. Describe/interpret/compare the major challenges of systems development 3. Cite examples of and demonstrate/evaluate competitive strategies, value and

supply chains

4. Demonstrate/apply/analyze integrated, cross-functional information systems 5. Demonstrate/apply/analyze/evaluate the need for business intelligence

systems

6. Explain information systems management

7. Define/cite examples of / analyze information security management

CTS 120 Hardware/Software Support 2-3-3

Prerequisite: CIS 110 or CIS 111

This course covers the basic hardware of a personal computer, including installation, operations and interactions with software. Topics include component identification, memory-system, peripheral installation and configuration, preventive maintenance, hardware diagnostics/repair, installation and optimization of system software, commercial programs, system configuration, and device-drivers. Upon completion, students should be able to select appropriate computer equipment and software, upgrade/maintain existing equipment and software, and troubleshoot/repair non-functioning personal computers. Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will:

1. Define/identify the various components of the modular PC and common peripherals

2. Demonstrate competencies in upgrading a PC including installing and configuring I/O, multimedia (CD-ROM, sound card, and speakers), communication devices (modem), and network interface card (NIC)

3. Compare and contrast video cards/monitors and how to select and install them 4. Explain the TIA/EIA 568a and 568b networking standards

5. Demonstrate building and certifying TIA/EIA 568b cabling

6. Demonstrate installations of at least one Microsoft and 1 UNIX like operating systems

7. Demonstrate installations of at least one Microsoft and 1 UNIX like operating systems using virtual machine software

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CTS 220 Advanced Hardware/Software Support 2-3-3 Prerequisite: CTS 120

This course provides advanced knowledge and competencies in hardware and operating system technologies for computer technicians to support personal computers. Emphasis is placed on: configuring and upgrading; diagnosis and troubleshooting; as well as

preventive maintenance of hardware and system software. Upon completion, students should be able to install, configure, diagnose, perform preventive maintenance, and maintain basic networking on personal computers.

1. Diagnose various problems encountered in the PC and repair or replace hardware component

2. Demonstrate and explain disk partitions configurations

3. Explain viruses and describe how to protect the computer against them 4. Describe multiple IDE/EIDE devices with master or slave configuration 5. Compare and contrast SCSI input/output

6. Demonstrate the installation of SCSI devices

7. Describe the special configuration needs of notebook computers

CTS 287 Emerging Technologies 3-0-3

This course introduces emerging information technologies. Emphasis is placed on evolving technologies and trends in business and industry. Upon completion, students should be able to articulate an understanding of the current trends and issues in emerging

technologies for information systems.

Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will: 1. Describe and trend emerging technologies

2. Describe the path emerging technologies complete as they become embraced and ratified

3. Discuss a need or possibility that may lead to the emergence of a new technology 4. Discuss and support how business innovation has led to the emergence of related

technology

5. Discuss and provide examples of military or other government technologies that have been release to the general public

NET 113 Home Automaton Systems 2-2-3

This course covers the design, installation, testing, troubleshooting, and customer service of a fully automated home. Emphasis is placed on a structured wiring system that integrates the home phone, TV, home theater, audio, video, computer network, lighting, security systems, and automation systems into a pre-wired, remote controlled system.

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Upon completion, students should be able to design, install, and maintain home automation systems.

1. Describe, plan, and document communication infrastructure of a fully automated home

2. Describe trends leading to technologies in the home

3. Describe and demonstrate how home technologies can be implemented 4. Discuss and support legal, ethical and moral issues that may arise as home

technologies are embraced

5. Evaluate, plan, explain, and integrate a structured wiring system in a automated home system.

NET 116 Fundamentals of Voice/Data Cable 2-2-3 Prerequisite: CIS 110 or CIS 111 or CTS 125

This introductory course to Voice and Data Cabling focuses on cabling issues related to data and voice connections. Topics include skills in design documentation, determining cabling equipment, pulling, mounting and managing cable, selecting wiring closets, terminating cable, installing jacks, and testing cable. Upon completion, students should be able to understand of the industry, media and cabling, physical and logical networks, and signal transmission.

1. Evaluate and analyze physical transport media for installation and / or upgrading a communications infrastructure

2. Demonstrate and certify terminations

3. Evaluate and analyze wiring closet locations and wire routing

4. Discuss open source solutions that will ride on standards based infrastructure 5. Discuss and develop documentation and diagrams pertaining to communication

needs

6. Evaluate software, hardware, and other pertinent needs for communication and emerging technologies

NET 125 Networking Basics 1-4-3

This course introduces the networking field. Emphasis is placed on network terminology and protocols, local-area networks, wide-area networks, OSI model, cabling, router programming, Ethernet, IP addressing, and network standards. Upon completion,

students should be able to perform tasks related to networking mathematics, terminology, and models, media, Ethernet, subnetting, and TCP/IP Protocols.

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Upon successful completions of this course, the learner will:

1. Compare and contrast the OSI model and network standards

2. Evaluate and compare network interface cards, hubs, switches, and routers 3. Demonstrate and describe commands in router scripts

4. Compare and contrast at least 7 protocols in the TCP / IP Protocol Suite 5. Demonstrate and describe binary IP sub netting and Addressing

6. Describe, verify, and configure IPv4 addresses using /8, /16, /24 networks 7. Compare and contrast full networks, subnetworks, CIDR and supernetting 8. Describe routing protocols and their implementation

NET 126 Routing Basics 1-4-3

Prerequisite: NET 125

This course focuses on initial router configuration, router software management, routing protocol configuration, TCP/IP, and access control lists (ACLs). Emphasis will be placed on the fundamentals of router configuration, managing router software, routing protocol, and access lists. Upon completion, students should have an understanding of routers and their role in WANs, router configuration, routing protocols, TCP/IP, troubleshooting, and ACLs.

1. Demonstrate crafting and manipulation of router configuration files and ACLs 2. Evaluate, design, and implement a 3 network system using routers, switches, and

hosts

3. Compare and contrast IP and data link addressing and how they are utilized and registered in routers and switches

4. Describe router and switch configurations and protocols

NET 175 Wireless Technology 2-2-3

Prerequisite: NET 110 or NET 125

This course introduces the student to wireless technology and interoperability with different communication protocols. Topics include Wireless Application Protocol (WAP), Wireless Mark-up language (WML), link manager, service discovery protocol, transport layer and frequency band. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss in written and oral form protocols and procedures required for different wireless

applications.

1. Describe the current wireless technology terminology and standards 2. Evaluate, plan and demonstrate wireless communication use by users and

businesses

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4. Evaluate, plan and demonstrate a wireless site survey and associated protocols utilization

5. Describe the foundational steps in maintaining and monitoring a wireless LAN applications

6. Demonstrate knowledge of the need for wireless network in the future 7. Describe the similarities and differences of wired and wireless networks,

associated protocols, and standards

NET 225 Routing and Switching I 1-4-3

This course focuses on advanced IP addressing techniques, intermediate routing protocols, command-line interface configuration of switches, Ethernet switching, VLANs, STP, and VTP. Emphasis will be placed on application and demonstration of skills acquired in pre-requisite courses. Upon completion, students should be able to perform tasks related to VLSM, routing protocols, switching concepts and configuration, STP, VLANs, and VTP.

Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will: 1. Describe and implement spanning tree protocol

2. Compare and contrast the utilization of VLANs and VTP

3. Craft, design, and implement VLAN, VTP protocols in at least a seven network environment

4. Describe and design a network using VLSM and compare and contrast this IP addressing system to subnetting without VLSM

5. Compare and contrast OSPF, RIP, RIP II, and EIGRP routing protocols

NET 226 Routing and Switching II 1-4-3

This course introduces WAN theory and design, WAN technology, PPP, Frame Relay, ISDN, and additional case studies. Topics include network congestion problems, TCP/IP transport and network layer protocols, advanced routing and switching configuration, ISDN protocols, PPP encapsulation operations on a router. Upon completion, students should be able to provide solutions for network routing problems, identify ISDN

protocols, and describe the Spanning Tree protocol.

Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will: 1. Describe and demonstrate scaling IP Addresses

2. Describe, compare and contrast current Wan Technologies 3. Describe the proper use of PPP and CHAP

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4. Evaluate and design a LAN/WAN based on the assigned communication plan 5. Describe the protocols used in Frame Relay

6. Design and implement Frame Relay in a LAN/WAN environment

NET 230 Wide Area Networking 2-2-3

This course is designed to introduce significant aspects of network interconnectivity. Topics include LAN-to-LAN, LAN-to-host, LAN-to-WAN connectivity, Internet connections, and voice-video-data transmission. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of wide area networking.

1. Describe bandwidth needs of voice, data, media, and emerging technologies in network connectivity

2. Describe and implement voice, data, media, and emerging technologies in LAN-to-LAN connectivity

3. Demonstrate knowledge of LAN-to Host and LAN-to-WAN monitoring, reliability, redundancy, and connectivity

4. Describe at least 3 current communication modes for Internet connections

5. Demonstrate voice-video-data transmissions, saturation, and protocol sniffing, as supportive data, to provide utilization trends and reporting

6. Demonstrate voice-video-data transmissions using proprietary and open source VoIP software and equipment

NET 240 Network Design 3-0-3

This course covers the principles of the design of LANs and WANs. Topics include network architecture, transmission systems, traffic management, bandwidth requirements, Internet working devices, redundancy, and broad-band versus base-band systems. Upon completion, students should be able to design a network to meet specified business and technical requirements.

1. Describe standards and principles of networking and design concepts 2. Describe, design and implement a LAN and WAN

3. Demonstrate proper utilization of network architecture

4. Describe and utilize network equipment to groom bandwidth, build in layered redundancy

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6. Compare and contrast the costs and modes of broad-band and base-band communication

NET 289 Networking Project 1-4-3

Corequisite: NET 226

This course provides an opportunity to complete a significant networking project from the design phase through implementation with minimal instructor support. Emphasis is placed on project definition, documentation, installation, testing, presentation, and training. Upon completion, students should be able to complete a project from the definition phase through implementation.

1. Synthesize utilization of standards and principles for ubiquitous networking and communication design concepts

2. Evaluate, design, implement, and support, a LAN and WAN system

3. Demonstrate proper testing, certification, and utilization of network architecture and systems

4. Evaluate needs and build / integrate UNIX, Linux, Solaris, and Microsoft operating systems and related services supporting discovered needs

5. Analyze, evaluate, and present features and benefits of Microsoft and non-Microsoft operating systems, services and associated devices in resolving needs and services

6. Build and demonstrate utilization of virtual machines hosted on Microsoft and UNIX/Linux operating systems

7. Compare and contrast the costs and modes of LAN and WAN communication 8. Suggest evolution and phasing technologies to promote quality of service and the

emerging technology life cycle – total quality management cycle

NOS 110 Operating System Concepts 2-3-3

This course introduces students to a broad range of operating system concepts, including installation and maintenance. Emphasis is place on operating system concepts,

management, maintenance, and resources required. Upon completion of this course, students will have an understanding of OS concepts, installation, management, maintenance, using a variety of operating systems.

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2. Demonstrate installation, configuration, booting, troubleshooting, and

identification of system files for different operating systems, including DOS, Windows 9x, Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Mac OS, and Linux 3. Demonstrate DOS command line commands with proper syntax

4. Demonstrate Navigate the Windows GUI to issue commands, use tools, and view information screens

5. Describe the concept of default drives and directories/folders to manage data efficiently

6. Describe, plan and demonstrate hierarchical subdirectory/folder structure and be able to create, name, change, and remove subdirectories/folders and use paths 7. Demonstrate installations of Microsoft and UNIX\Linux operating systems 8. Compare and contrast Microsoft, UNIX\Linux, and Apple Operating Systems

NOS 120 Linux/UNIX Single User 2-2-3

Prerequisite: NOS 110

This course develops the necessary skills for students to develop both GUI and command line skills for using and customizing a Linux workstation. Topics include Linux file

system and access permissions, GNOME Interface, VI editor, X Window System expression pattern matching, I/O redirection, network and printing utilities. Upon completion, students should be able to customize and use Linux systems for command line requirements and desktop productivity roles.

1. Demonstrate management tools for the Linux system including “vi”

2. Demonstrate and implement attributes, privileges and associated binaries as tools to mange user and group access and associated security risks

3. Describe the standards in planning and managing the Linux File System 4. Demonstrate the installation and management for software hosted on the

LINUX Enterprise Server

5. Describe, plan and implement the UNIX\Linux System Installation with KDE and Gnome GUIs

6. Describe and demonstrate managing Linux Processes and Services

7. Describe and evaluate possible connectivity modes and implement at least one connectivity mode using UNIX\Linux systems

8. Enable Infrastructure Services

9. Describe and demonstrate installation and implementation of Internet Services on a UNIX\Linux host

10. Compare and contrast features and problems involving remote access

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This course introduces operating system concepts for single-user systems. Topics include hardware management, file and memory management, system configuration/ optimization, and utilities. Upon completion, students should be able to perform operating systems functions at the support level in a single-user environment.

1. Compare and contrast Windows XP Professional to other Microsoft Operating Systems

2. Plan and demonstrate Installing Windows XP Professional 3. Describe the System Utilities

4. Describe Managing Windows XP File Systems and Storage 5. Demonstrate security using Users, Groups, Profiles, and Policies 6. Describe Internetworking with Remote Access

7. Demonstrate Printing Services

NOS 220 Linux/UNIX Administration I 2-2-3

This course introduces the Linux file system, group administration, and system hardware controls. Topics include installation, creation and maintaining file systems, NIS client and DHCP client configuration, NFS, SMB/Samba, Configure X, Gnome, KDE, basic

memory, processes, and security. Upon completion, students should be able to perform system administration tasks including installation, configuring and attaching a new Linux workstation to an existing network.

1. Describe the need for shell scripts and design needed system scripts 2. Demonstrate and Compile Software from Source

3. Demonstrate management tools for the Linux Enterprise Server

4. Demonstrate and implement attributes, privileges and associated binaries as tools to mange user and group access and associated security risks

5. Describe the standards in planning and managing the Linux File System

6. Demonstrate the installation and management for software hosted on the LINUX Enterprise Server

7. Describe, plan and implement the UNIX\Linux System Installation 8. Describe and demonstrate managing Linux Processes and Services

9. Describe and evaluate possible connectivity modes and implement at least one connectivity mode using UNIX\Linux systems

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11. Describe and demonstrate installation and implementation of Internet Services on a UNIX\Linux host

12. Compare and contrast features and problems involving remote access

13. Describe and implement virtual operating systems and services including DNS, SAMBA, and virtual web sites and hosting

14. Describe, evaluate, and implement firewalls, intrusion detection systems, routing, and web caching services using UNIX\Linux systems

15. Describe and demonstrate utilization of virtual storage modalities

NOS 230 Windows Administration I 2-2-3

This course covers the installation and administration of a Windows Server network operating system. Topics include managing and maintaining physical and logical devices, access to resources, the server environment, managing users, computers, and groups, and Managing/Implementing Disaster Recovery. Upon completion, students should be able to manage and maintain a Windows Server environment.

Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will: 1. Demonstrate network connectivity

2. Demonstrate LAN-to-LAN connectivity

3. Demonstrate LAN-to Host and LAN-to-WAN connectivity 4. Demonstrate Internet connections

5. Demonstrate voice-video-data transmission

6. Compare and contrast Local Area Networking and Wide Area Networking

NOS 240 Novell Administration I 2-2-3

This course will introduce students to the Novel network operating system. Topics include installing and using NetWare, managing printing, storage space, implementing internet services, and managing security. Upon completion, students should have basic knowledge about implementing NetWare and using its management tools.

1. Compare and contrast benefits and issues with Novell Network Operating System (NetWare)

2. Demonstrate the installation of NetWare

3. Demonstrate and utilize the manage and administer software 4. Demonstrate integration of managing printing, and storage services

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This course introduces the concepts and issues related to securing information systems and the development of policies to implement information security controls. Topics include the historical view of networking and security, security issues, trends, security resources, and the role of policy, people, and processes in information security. Upon completion, students should be able to identify information security risks, create an information security policy, and identify processes to implement and enforce policy. Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will:

1. Describe information security fundamentals 2. Compare and contrast attackers and their attacks 3. Describe security basics and create associated policies 4. Describe establishing security baselines

5. Describe and demonstrate securing the network infrastructure 6. Describe and demonstrate web security using free tools 7. Describe cryptography

8. Describe the use, scan, and explain system vulnerability scanners

SEC 160 Security Administration I 2-2-3

Prerequisites: SEC 110 and NET 110 or NET 125

This course provides an overview of security administration and fundamentals of designing security architectures. Topics include networking technologies, TCP/IP concepts, protocols, network traffic analysis, monitoring, and security best practices. Upon completion, students should be able to identify normal network traffic using network analysis tools and design basic security defenses.

Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will: 1. Describe security and possible vulnerabilities

2. Compare and contrast strengths and weaknesses of the TCP/IP protocol suite 3. Identify and describe network traffic using a protocol analyzer

4. Describe normal traffic patterns based on historical benchmarks

SEC 210 Intrusion Detection 2-2-3

Prerequisite: SEC 160

This course introduces the student to intrusion detection methods in use today. Topics include the types of intrusion detection products, traffic analysis, and planning and placement of intrusion detection solutions. Upon completion, students should be able to plan and implement intrusion detection solution for networks and host based systems. Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will:

1. Compare and contrast network defense fundamentals 2. Organize and evaluate advanced TCP/IP protocols

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3. Plan and support fundamental router implementation 4. Evaluate firewall designs and configurations

5. Contrast virtual private Networks (VPN)

6. Compare and contrast intrusion detection systems

SEC 240 Wireless Security 2-2-3

Prerequisites: SEC 110 and NET 175

This course introduces security principles and topics related to the wireless networking environment. Topics include network topologies, network protocols, security issues, and best practices for wireless environments. Upon completion, students should be able to design, setup, manage, and secure a wireless network.

Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will: 1. Describe wireless technology concepts and terminology

2. Demonstrate wireless security protections of the IEEE 802.11 Standards 3. Describe radio wave transmission principles

4. Demonstrate, design, deploy and complete a survey of a wireless network

5. Describe maintenance and monitoring of a WLAN and a wireless security system 6. Describe the need for wireless network in the future