Networking & Info Systems

Catalog description

This course provides an introduction to networking and information systems. Topics include: Router and switch hardware and software; networks; IPv4 subnetting; IPv6; cabling; the OSI model and protocols commonly used in the networking environment. Students will gain hands-on experience in the installation of a local area network including initial router setup. Students completing this course will begin the preparation necessary for success in the following industry-recognized certifications: Cisco CCNA, Cisco Devnet+, CCNA Security, CCNA CyberOps, Cisco certified Design Associate and CompTIA Network+. This course is the 1st semester of preparation for CCNA and certification mentioned above. Preparation for the CCNA certification exam should include the following courses for CCNA training (NTWK 2014, NTWK 2084 , NTWK 2214 , NTWK 2224 ). Outside Lab time will be required.