Course Description

Teaches network topologies, protocols, network components, cabling, network operating systems, directories, security, printing, data backup, and installation of file servers, workstations, and applications.

General Course Purpose

This course provides a comprehensive foundation in networking concepts and technologies. Students will learn how to use, install and configure basic networking technologies as would be expected from a network support technician or network administrator. The covered material of this course is related to the industry certification Network+.

Course Prerequisites/Corequisites

Prerequisite or corequisite: ITE 152,

Prerequisite also met by completion of ITE 115 or ITE 119. 

Course Objectives

Upon completing the course, the student will be able to:

  1. Describe common networking protocols and media types.
  2. Explain the features and purpose of network technologies .
  3. Implement defined network architecture with basic network security.
  4. Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot network devices using appropriate network tools.

Student Learning Outcomes

1.0 Networking Concepts

  1. Compare the layers of the OSI and TCP/IP models.
  2. Classify how applications, devices, and protocols relate to the OSI model layers.
  3. Explain the purpose and properties of network addressing.
  4. Explain the purpose and properties of routing and switching.
  5. Explain the function of common networking protocols.
  6. Summarize name resolution concepts and protocols.
  7. Explain network troubleshooting methodology.
  8. Identify virtual network components.

2.0 Network Installation and Configuration

  1. Install and configure routers and switches.
  2. Install and configure a wireless network.
  3. Troubleshoot common wireless problems.
  4. Troubleshoot common router and switch problems.
  5. Plan and implement a basic SOHO network.

3.0 Network Media and Topologies

  1. Categorize standard media types and associated properties.
  2. Categorize standard connector types based on network media.
  3. Compare and contrast different wireless standards.
  4. Categorize WAN technology types and properties.
  5. Describe different network topologies.
  6. Troubleshoot common physical connectivity problems.
  7. Compare and contrast different LAN technologies.
  8. Identify components of wiring distribution.

4.0 Network Management

  1. Explain the purpose and features of various network appliances.
  2. Use appropriate hardware tools to troubleshoot connectivity issues.
  3. Use appropriate software tools to troubleshoot connectivity issues.
  4. Use the appropriate network monitoring resource to analyze traffic.
  5. Describe the purpose of configuration management documentation.
  6. Explain different methods and rationales for network performance optimization.

5.0 Network Security

  1. Implement appropriate wireless security measures.
  2. Explain the methods of network access security.
  3. Explain methods of user authentication.
  4. Explain common threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques.
  5. Install and configure a basic firewall.
  6. Categorize different types of network security appliances and methods.