Introduction to Networking Technologies

Catalog description

This course is restricted to students presently studying under the direction and oversight of an approved apprenticeship program, working in partnership with Columbus State Community College. This course is designed to be used in conjunction with the Introduction to Networking Technologies textbook. It systematically introduces the student to networking definitions and basics, and builds upon those principles. Beginning lessons include network definitions, Ethernet basics, the OSI model, and the networked PC. The course also examines the need for keeping systems secure by describing types of malware and the best ways to prevent becoming a victim of malware. It includes a description about the two most common and popular types of networks used today. Networking operating systems are explored, as is their relationship with the OSI model in accomplishing their tasks. Subsequent lessons will discuss Windows and the OSI Model, 10Base2, 10Base5, Ethernet technology, and troubleshooting these systems. These and other topics are covered in this course.