COURSE CONTENT:

A. Data Communication using the TCP/IP Model
B. Business Communication Standards and Practices
C. Network Topologies and Protocols
D. Backbone Networks, High Speed Networks

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

• Describe the basic hardware, software and services components used in network systems.
• Compare and contrast the alternatives in LAN media, topologies, access methods, and media.
• Demonstrate a layered approach to networking.  (For example the open connection (OSI) reference model).
• Identify and evaluate appropriate media for networks (such as cabling, wireless, fiber, etc.)
• Evaluate appropriate network media topologies
• Describe the major network layer protocols with an emphasis on IPv4 and/or IPv6, including addressing, subnetting, network address translation and IP configuration.
• Given a scenario, perform subnetting
• Describe the major functions of network operating systems and directory services.
• Troubleshoot networks using standard troubleshooting tools.
• Describe the advantages/disadvantages of various network protocols.
• Select or determine appropriate network security process or approach for given situations.
• Build a (simple) network using routers and switches

By the end of this course, students may be able to:

• Describe and identify the basic hardware, software and service components used in network systems.
• Compare and contrast the alternatives in LAN and WAN topologies, access methods, and media.
• Describe the need for and structure of networking models such as Open System Interconnection (OSI) and Transport Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
• Compare and contrast the different types of network cabling.
• Describe the major functions of network operating systems and directory services.
• Describe the process of troubleshooting networks and using standard tools.