Network Technology
See also Industrial.
3 class and 2 lab hrs/wk, 4 cr.
Focuses on types of transmission media used in computer network environments. Covers transmission line theory and discusses the characteristics of coaxial cables, twisted-pair cables, and single- and multi-mode fiber. Compares the specifi cation for cables and connectors used in networking.
Prerequisite: ELT100 or consent of instructor.
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3 class and 2 lab hrs/wk, 4 cr.
Introduces network computer operating systems using the command line. Includes hands-on work with network computer operating systems in a structured lab environment.
Prerequisite: CIS101 or equivalent experience.
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3 class and 3 lab hrs/wk, 4 cr.
Presents the first course of a Cisco Academy two-part sequence in IT Essentials for networking technology instructors and students preparing for industry certification. Provides in-depth coverage of computer hardware and software systems, with associated peripherals. Covers interface methods of diff erent hardware and software systems. Includes file systems, user permissions and file security. Introduces simple computer networking methods and discusses related security issues. Discusses technical support methods, systems design, maintenance, and troubleshooting techniques, with industry recommended best practice.
Prerequisite: CIS140B or NET123, or consent of instructor.
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2 class and 2 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Offers a course designed to meet the fast-track instructor certification requirements for Cisco Academy instructors. Provides an overview of computer hardware and software systems, with associated peripherals. Reviews interface requirements of different hardware and software systems. Includes discussion of technical support methods, systems design, maintenance, troubleshooting techniques, and recommended best practice.
Prerequisite: NET123 or consent of instructor.
Offered as needed.
3 class and 4 lab hrs/wk, 5 cr.
Provides the first course of a four-part sequence in a Cisco curriculum directed toward the Cisco Certified Network Associate Certification (CCNA). Provides classroom and laboratory experience in current networking technology and includes network terminology, protocols, network standards, LANs, WANs, OSI model, cabling, cabling tools, safety, network topology, and IP addressing.
Prerequisite: CIS101 or consent of instructor.
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3 class and 4 lab hrs/wk, 5 cr.
Provides the second course of a four-part sequence in a Cisco curriculum directed toward the Cisco Certified Network Associate Certification (CCNA). Emphasizes experience in current networking technology and includes network terminology and protocols, LANs, network topology and IP addressing, routers, router programming, and application of routing and protocols.
Prerequisite: NET151.
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3 class and 4 lab hrs/wk, 5 cr.
Provides the third course of a four-part sequence in a Cisco curriculum directed toward the Cisco Certified Network Associate Certification (CCNA). Emphasizes experience in current networking technology that includes LAN segmentation using bridges, routers, and switches to control network traffic.
Prerequisite: NET152.
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3 class and 4 lab hrs/wk, 5 cr.
Provides the fourth course of a four-part sequence directed toward the Cisco Certified Network Associate Certificate (CCNA). Introduces WAN services. Covers ISDN, ATM, frame relay, and dialup services.
Prerequisite: NET153.
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3 class and 4 lab hrs/wk, 5 cr.
Introduces the fundamentals of wireless LANs.
Focuses on design, planning, implementation, operation, and troubleshooting. Includes a comprehensive, hands-on overview of wireless LAN technologies, security, and design best practices. Prepares students to achieve the Cisco Wireless LAN Support Specialist designation.
Prerequisite: NET152, equivalent experience, or consent of instructor.
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3 class and 4 lab hrs/wk, 5 cr.
Provides the fi rst course of a four-part sequence in the Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) curriculum. Provides classroom and advanced laboratory experience in current networking technology. Focuses on design issues related to complex routed LANs and WANs.
Prerequisite: NET154 or consent of instructor.
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3 class and 4 lab hrs/wk, 5 cr.
Presents the second course of a four-part sequence in the Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification. Provides advanced experience in networking design.
Focuses on installation, confi guration, and troubleshooting of complex routed LANs, routed WANs, switched networks, and dial access services.
Prerequisite: NET251 or consent of instructor.
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3 class and 4 lab hrs/wk, 5 cr.
Offers the third of a four-part sequence in the Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification. Provides advanced experience in switched multi-layer network design. Focuses on designing, installing, confi guring, and troubleshooting of complex switched networks.
Prerequisite: NET252 or consent of instructor.
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3 class and 4 lab hrs/wk, 5 cr.
Continues the fourth course of a four-part sequence in the Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification. Provides advanced experience troubleshooting networks. Focuses on problem isolation and use of troubleshooting tools.
Prerequisite: NET253 or consent of instructor.
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3 class and 4 lab hrs/wk, 5 cr.
Explains network security processes and equipment with a hands-on emphasis. Covers security policy design and management; security technologies, solutionss and products; security appliance fi rewalls and secure router design; AAA and VPN implementation. Intended for people currently employed in the computer industry or computer technology instructors.
Prerequisite: NET154 or current CCNA certification or consent of instructor.
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3 class and 3 lab hrs/wk, 4 cr.
Introduces Cisco IP Telephony, a converged voice and data network. Includes the challenges faced by these diff erent technologies. Covers Voice over IP (VoIP) and Quality of Service (QoS) concepts as they apply to the Cisco CallManager Express (CME) environment.
Offered as needed.
3 class and 4 lab hrs/wk, 5 cr.
Provides the fi rst course in a four-part sequence directed toward Cisco Certified Network Associate Certification (CCNA). Covers the history and fundamentals of computer networking, both software and hardware. Studies local, wide-area, and global networks; small to medium size networks will be designed, built, and maintained. Discusses issues related to teaching networking concepts. Covers networking fundamentals, ISU/OSI model, and TCP/IP protocols.
Prerequisite: one year experience in technical instruction.
Offered as needed.
3 class and 4 lab hrs/wk, 5 cr.
Provides the second course in a four-part sequence directed toward Cisco Certified Network Associate Certification (CCNA). Covers the history and fundamentals of computer networking, both software and hardware. Studies local, wide-area, and global networks; small to medium size networks will be designed, built, and maintained. Discusses issues related to teaching networking concepts. Includes router fundamentals and network topology.
Prerequisite: NET281.
Offered as needed.
3 class and 4 lab hrs/wk, 5 cr.
Provides the third course in a four-part sequence directed toward the Cisco Certified Network Associate Certification (CCNA). Emphasizes experience in current networking technology that includes LAN segmentation using bridges, routers, and switches to control network traffi c. Designed for educators/trainers to discuss issues related to teaching networking concepts.
Prerequisite: NET282.
Offered as needed.
3 class and 4 lab hrs/wk, 5 cr.
Provides the fourth course in a four-part sequence directed toward the Cisco Certified Network Associate Certification (CCNA). Introduces WAN services. Covers ISDN, ATM, frame relay, and dial-up services. Designed for educators/trainers to discuss issues related to teaching networking concepts.
Prerequisite: NET283.
Offered as needed.
3 class and 3 lab hrs/wk, 4 cr.
Serves as a capstone project class for the Network Technology program.
Focuses on network systems designs, systems management, systems upgrade, troubleshooting, support, and technical issues encountered in small, medium, or large corporate IT environments. Includes: LAN switching and routing environments and LAN security, WAN connectivity and security, intranet web access for applications and documents, Internet access and company Internet web presence, integration of various network operating systems, hardware and software confi gurations and requirements, and support and security issues.
Prerequisite: CIS288, NET252, concurrent enrollment in CIS286 and NET254, or consent of instructor.
Offered as needed.
Updated August 26, 2008 by Web Services.
