16 courses with the subject NET, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
NET 101Networking Fundamentals 3 cr.
This course is the first course of the four semester Cisco Systems CCNA preparation program. This course is a robust treatment of Cisco Systems CCNA track which will provide the student with a highly marketable skill and knowledge set. This course is designed for students seeking a technical degree in the field of Computer Networking, and for the student seeking CCNA / CCNP certification. It is also highly useful for those seeking computer forensics and cyber security certifications and degrees. The course follows the proven, world recognized Cisco Networking Academy curriculum and incorporates significant online components including testing. Reliable Internet access is required for the student. There is an online component to this course. The course investigates network functions, tools and basic interconnectivity. It also studies the seven layer and TCP/IP models of networking plus IP Version 4 addressing schemes and planning. Students should be very familiar with modern Windows computers and be comfortable using computers before registering for this course. 2 hours lecture. 4 hours lab.
This course is the second course of the four semester Cisco Systems CCNA preparation program. This course is a robust treatment of Cisco System’s CCNA track which will provide the student with a highly marketable skill and knowledge set. This course is designed for students seeking a technical degree in the field of Computer Networking, and for the student seeking CCNA / CCNP certification. It is also highly useful for those seeking computer forensics and cyber security certifications and degrees. The course follows the proven, world recognized Cisco Networking Academy curriculum and incorporates significant online components including testing. Reliable Internet access is required for the student. This course has an online component. Students should be very familiar with modern Windows computers and be comfortable using computers before registering for this course. This course describes the architecture, components, and operation of LAN switches and routers, and explains the basic principles of routing and routing protocols following Cisco Academy recommendations. The course goes into intermediate depth about programming switches, basics of programming routers, and fundamentals of wireless. 2 hours lecture. 2 hours lab.
NET 101 with a C or better. Semester(s) Offered: Fall
NET 103Routing Fundamentals 3 cr.
This course is the third course of the four semester Cisco Systems CCNA preparation program. The exploration is the more robust of Cisco’s two CCNA tracks and will provide the student with the best marketable skill and knowledge set. This course is a robust treatment of Cisco Systems CCNA track which will provide the student with a highly marketable skill and knowledge set. This course is designed for students seeking a technical degree in the field of Computer Networking, and for the student seeking CCNA / CCNP certification. It is also highly useful for those seeking computer forensics and cyber security certifications and degrees. This course follows the proven, world recognized Cisco Networking Academy curriculum and incorporates significant online components, including testing. Students should be very familiar with modern Windows computers and be comfortable using computers before registering for this course. Reliable Internet access is required for the student. This course has an online component.This course describes the architecture, components, and operation of routers, and explains intermediate principles of routing and routing protocols following Cisco Academy recommendations. It covers common link state and distance vector routing protocols plus static routing and routing tables. 2 hours lecture. 2 hours lab.
NET 102 with a C or better. Semester(s) Offered: Spring
NET 104Wide Area Networks 3 cr.
This course is the last course of the four semester Cisco Systems CCNA preparation program. This course is a robust treatment of Cisco Systems CCNA track which will provide the student with a highly marketable skill and knowledge set.This course is designed for students seeking a technical degree in the field of Computer Networking, and for the student seeking CCNA / CCNP certification. It is also highly useful for those seeking computer forensics and cyber security certifications and degrees. The course follows the proven, world recognized Cisco Networking Academy curriculum and incorporates significant online components including testing. Reliable Internet access is required for the student. There is an online component to this course. This course discusses the WAN technologies and network services required by converged applications in Enterprise Networks. These include common data link protocols, WAN security concepts, principles of traffic, access control and addressing services. Students will also be shown how to detect, troubleshoot, and correct common enterprise network implementation issues. Emphasis is given to the use of decision making and problem solving techniques. 2 hours lecture. 2 hours lab.
NET 103 with a C or better. Semester(s) Offered: Spring
NET 120Cyber Security 1 3 cr.
This course is an elective within the Network Administration program. The course will introduce basic and intermediate concepts that are essential to cyber-security professionals to protect computer networks, and for various industry certification examinations. This course teaches advanced skills required to design, build and maintain secure networks using both hardware and software stratagems. Laboratory emphasis will be on Cisco Systems devices. This course is designed for students seeking a technical degree in the field of Computer Networking. It mirrors the proven, world recognized Cisco Networking Academy curriculum and incorporates significant online components, including testing. Students must be very familiar with modern Windows computers and be comfortable using computers before registering for this course. Students should have a working knowledge of routing, switching, and network administration principles and practices. 3 hours combine lecture/lab.
NET 104 or CCNA Certification. Semester(s) Offered: May be offered by request
NET 170MS Windows Server and Professional 3 cr.
The student will learn how to implement, administer, and troubleshoot the current version of Windows Professional as a desktop operating system in any network environment. The student will also learn to implement, administer, and troubleshoot the current version of Windows Server as a member server of a domain in an Active Directory environment. Topics include server roles as a file and print server and as an application server. 3 hours combine lectue/lab.
NET 102 and CIS 116 or equivalent computer experience. Semester(s) Offered: Spring
NET 202Advanced Router Configuration 3 cr.
This course is the second course of the four semester Cisco Systems CCNP ENCORE / ENARSI program. CCNP is Cisco’s most advanced program and can lead to coveted certifications and high level positions in computer network administration. The course will introduce the concepts covered on the Cisco CCNP ENCORE (Enterprise Core) certification examination. This course will also introduce topics from the ENARSI certification examination. There is an online component to this course. After successfully completing this course, the student will be able to configure Cisco routers for operation in large or growing multiprotocol internetworks. The course includes laboratory exercises that focus primarily on scalable technologies and the Cisco IOSTM software features that are most useful in building large or growing internetworks. These features include access lists, scalable routing protocols including Routing Information Protocol version 2 (RIPv2), multi-area Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP), Intermediate System-to-Intermediate System (IS-IS), and Border Gateway Protocol (BGP). Students will also study route optimization, route redistribution, route summarization and advanced IP addressing management. 2 hours lecture. 2 hours lab. Course Fee
The student should have completed NET 104 with a passing grade or have passed the Cisco CCNA examination. Work experience in the field is beneficial but not necessary. CCNA Certification is strongly recommended. Semester(s) Offered: Fall
NET 203Advanced Router Configuration II 3 cr.
This course is the third course of the four semester Cisco Systems CCNP ENCORE / ENARSI program. Cisco’s professional level (4 year) program can lead to coveted certifications and high level positions in computer network administration. After successfully completing this course, the student will be able to configure Cisco routers for operation in large or growing multiprotocol internetworks. The course includes laboratory exercises that focus primarily on scalable WAN technologies and the Cisco IOSTM software features that are most useful in building these internetworks. This course aligns with the second half of the ENARSI industry certification exam, which is a milestone part of the Cisco CCNP advanced certification. Many of the topics are shared with the CCIE masters level certification track. This course is designed for students seeking a technical degree in the field of Computer Networking, and for the student seeking CCNP certification. It is also highly useful for those seeking computer forensics and cyber security certifications and degrees. It follows the proven, world recognized Cisco Networking Academy curriculum and incorporates significant online components, including testing. Students must be very familiar with modern Windows computers and be comfortable using computers before registering for this course. Students should have a working knowledge of advanced routing and network administration principles and practice. There is a significant online component to this course. 2 hours lectue. 2 hours lab. Course fee.
NET 202 . CCNA Certification is strongly recommended. Semester(s) Offered: Spring
NET 206Configuring LAN Switches 3 cr.
This course is the first course in the Cisco Systems CCNP ENCORE preparation program. The course will introduce the concepts covered on the Cisco CCNP ENCORE (Enterprise Core) certification examination. This course is designed for students seeking a technical degree in the field of Computer Networking, and for the student seeking CCNP certification. It is also highly useful for those seeking computer forensics and cyber security certifications and degrees. It follows the proven, world recognized Cisco Networking Academy curriculum and incorporates significant online components, including testing. Students must be very familiar with modern Windows computers and be comfortable using computers before registering for this course. Students should have a working knowledge of routing and network administration principles and practice. There is an online component to this course.This course teaches advanced skills required to design, build and maintain local area networks using a switched infrastructure. The course aligns with the Cisco ENCORE (Enterprise Core) industry certification exam, which is a milestone part of the Cisco CCNP advanced certification. 2 hours lecture. 2 hours lab. Course fee.
The student should have completed NET 104 with a passing grade or have passed the Cisco CCNA examination. Work experience in the field is beneficial but not necessary. CCNA Certification is strongly recommended. Semester(s) Offered: Fall
NET 208Internetwork Troubleshooting 3 cr.
This course is the capstone course of the Cisco Systems CCNP ENCORE / ENARSI program. CCNP is Cisco’s professional level (4 year) program and can lead to coveted certifications and high level positions in computer network administration. Many of the topics are shared with the CCIE masters level certification track. This course is designed for students seeking a technical degree in the field of Computer Networking, and for the student seeking CCNP certification. It is also highly useful for those seeking computer forensics and cyber security certifications and degrees. It follows the proven, world recognized Cisco Networking Academy curriculum and incorporates significant online components, including testing. Students must be very familiar with modern Windows computers and be comfortable using computers before registering for this course. Students should have a working knowledge of advanced routing, advanced switching, and network administration principles and practice. There is an online component to this course. This course teaches advanced skills required to troubleshoot converged networks supporting voice, wireless, and security applications. The course aligns with industry certification exams, which are milestone parts of the Cisco CCNP advanced certification. 2 hours lecture. 2 hours lab. Course fee.
NET 202 , { NET 203 or NET 204 } and NET 206 . CCNA Certification is strongly recommended. Semester(s) Offered: Spring
NET 209Optimizing Converged Networks 3 cr.
Students learn skills and techniques to optimize Quality of Service in converged networks supporting voice, wireless, and security applications. The course aligns with the associated Cisco industry certification exam, which is a milestone part of the Cisco CCNP advanced certification. It follows the proven, world‐recognized Cisco Networking Academy curriculum and incorporates significant online components, including testing.
NET 202 and a working knowledge of advanced routing and network administration principles and practice as determined by the instructor. Semester(s) Offered: May be offered by request
NET 216Open‐Source Net Infrastructure 3 cr.
Students learn how to set up and manage a network infrastructure with FreeBSD. FreeBSD is a powerful, flexible, and cost‐effective UNIX‐based operating system, and the preferred server platform for many enterprises. This class also includes coverage of installation, networking, add‐on software, security, network services, system performance, kernel tweaking, file systems, SAMBA, Apache, upgrading, monitoring, crash debugging, BSD in the office, and emulating other Operating Systems. Students will learn how to configure a FreeBSD‐based server as a firewall, a DHCP server, a DNS server, a file server, and a web server.
NET 102 or by advisement. Semester(s) Offered: Spring
NET 222Microsoft Windows Network 3 cr.
The student will learn to install, manage, monitor, configure, and troubleshoot DNS, DHCP, Remote Access, Network Protocols, IP Routing, and WINS network infrastructure in the current version of Windows. In addition, this course teaches the student the skills required to manage, monitor, and troubleshoot Network Address Translation and Certificate Services. Course fee.
Students will learn how to install, configure, and troubleshoot the Windows Active Directory components, DNS for Active Directory, and Active Directory security solutions. In addition, this course teaches the skills required to manage, monitor, and optimize the desktop environment by using Group Policy. Course fee.
NET 234Managing a Windows Networking Environment 3 cr.
The student will develop the knowledge required by system administrators, network administrators, and IT professionals who implement, manage, and troubleshoot existing network and server environments based on the Microsoft Windows platform. These skills are generally required in medium‐to‐large size organizations that maintain several user desktops and servers, spanning multiple physical locations via Large Area Networks (LANs) and the Internet or Intranets. Additionally, this course provides the skills and knowledge required to prepare for a Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) Exam.
NET 170 or equivalent. Semester(s) Offered: Spring
NET 236Active Directory Design and Internet Security and Acceleration Server (AD Design & ISA) 4 cr.
Students will analyze the business requirements and design a directory service architecture, including unified directory services such as Active Directory and Windows NT domains; connectivity between and within systems, system components, and applications; and data replication such as directory replication and database replication. In this course students acquire the skills required to analyze the business requirements for desktop management and to design a solution for desktop management that meets business requirements. Students will develop the knowledge and skills to deploy and manage Microsoft Internet Security and Acceleration (ISA) Server 2000 in an enterprise environment. Three of the major job roles performed by IT professionals to be addressed by this course include Web administrators, network administrators, and security administrators.
