An introduction to the basic concepts of computer networking, including: the OSI model, working with network-related hardware, network configuration with TCP/IP, network operating system basics, fault tolerance issues, and troubleshooting network problems. The course prepares students for the CompTIA Network+ certification exam. Note: This courses learner outcomes align to the common IT course, IT 115: Introduction to Networking, and is accepted as a transfer course with participating Washington State community and technical colleges. Look for this notation if transferring to another IT program at a Washington State community or technical college.
Quarters Offered
Fall,
Winter
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to demonstrate the following knowledge or skills:
- Define and describe the components of a computer network
- Describe networking models, topologies, and numbering systems
- Define and describe network protocols
- Explain basic cables and connectors, and testing procedures
- Describe how different networks are connected
- Describe basic network troubleshooting procedures
- Understand and describe the basics of network security
- Define and describe basic network troubleshooting methods
- Describe how to implement a basic network
Institutional Outcomes
IO1 Communication: Students will be able to communicate clearly and effectively within a workplace context
Course Content Outline
- The CompTIA Network+ exam.
- Network models.
- Network cabling and topology.
- Ethernet basics.
- The modern Ethernet.
- Installing a physical network.
- TCP/IP basics.
- Routing concepts.
- TCP/IP applications.
- Network naming using DNS and WINS.
- Methods for securing TCP/IP networks.
- Advanced networking devices.
- Concepts of IPv6.
- Remote connectivity technologies.
- Wireless networking.
- Network security techniques and technologies
- Virtualization
- Network management
- SOHO network
- Network troubleshooting tools and processes
Department Guidelines
Course instruction prepares students for the CompTIA Network+ certification exam