CIST 1401 Computer Networking Fundamentals (2-4-4)
This course introduces networking technologies and prepares students to take the CompTIA's broad-based, vendor independent networking certification exam, Network +. This course covers a wide range of material about networking, including local area networks, wide area networks, protocols, topologies, transmission media, and security. The course focuses on operating network management systems and implementing the installation of networks. It reviews cabling, connection schemes, the fundamentals of the LAN and WAN technologies, TCP/IP configuration and troubleshooting, remote connectivity, and network maintenance and troubleshooting. Topics include a basic knowledge of networking technology, network media and topologies, network devices, network management, network tools, and network security.
Prerequisite
CIST 1001 with a grade of C or higher
Syllabus for this course