Prepares students for the Network+ Certification examination. A beginning course in computer networks with focus in networking fundamentals, terminology, hardware, software, and network architecture. A study of local/wide area networking concepts and networking installations and operations. Suggested prerequisite: CPMT 1072 A+ Essentials and CPMT 2045 A+ Practical Applications or A+ certification or equivalent knowledge. Required textbook: CompTIA Network+ N10-009 Cert Guide, Anthony Sequeira, ISBN-13: 978-0-13-536788-9.
Introduction to PC Security
Course Code: CPMX-3001
Program Area: Computer Science & Information Technology
Learn why you are at risk and what you can do to protect your personal and business data from the outside world. This course will bring you up to speed on the fundamentals of PC and network security. You will understand and explore the vulnerability of operating systems, software, and networks; you will find out why, where and how viruses, worms, and blended threats are created; you will learn a safe way to handle files and data across the internet through a virtual private network. Suggested prerequisite: A familiarity with general computing terminology, an understanding of any operating system you are using (Mac, Windows, or Linux) and an ability to locate programs and change settings.
CCNAv7: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation...
Course Code: ITCC-2020
Program Area: Computer Science & Information Technology
Describes the architecture, components, operations, and security to scale for large, complex networks, including wide area network (WAN) technologies. Emphasizes network security concepts and introduces network virtualization and automation. This course covers quality of service (QoS) mechanisms used for secure remote access. It also introduces software-defined networking, virtualization, and automation concepts that support the digitalization of networks. Suggested prerequisite: Introduction to Networks and Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials courses or an equivalent level of knowledge.
CCNAv7: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials...
Course Code: ITCC-1044
Program Area: Computer Science & Information Technology
Describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in small networks and introduces wireless local area networks (WLAN) and security concepts. Provides an in-depth understanding of how routers and switches operate and are implemented in the LAN environment. Students learn key switching and routing concepts. They can perform basic network configuration and troubleshooting, identify and mitigate LAN security threats, and configure and secure a basic WLAN. Suggested prerequisite: Introduction to Networks course or equivalent level of knowledge. The instructor will provide information on required books the first day of class.
