Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
DDCI-0016
Organization's ID:
TT115
Organization:
DC3 Cyber Training Academy
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
1 -- 8 weeks (40 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Upper-Division Baccalaureate 3 Computer Networks or Networking Fundamentals
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to present students with the essential network technology concepts including network hardware, cabling and topologies, and the methods to configure them. Students learn many of the common protocols used in networking and how network technologies make use of them. After understanding the foundational networking information, students learn many security measures available to protect a network and network troubleshooting techniques. This course is pursuant of the CompTIA Network+ certification.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Explain and understand basic networking concepts including protocols, the OSI model, DNS, DHCP, and properties of routing and switching
  • Install and configure routers and switches
  • Plan and implement a basic small office home office network
  • Categorize and understand WAN and LAN networks
  • Troubleshoot network problems
  • Manage a network
  • Implement network security methods

General Topics:

  • Network hardware
  • Cabling and topologies
  • Configuration methods
  • Network protocols
  • Network security measures
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Classroom Exercise
  • Computer Based Training
  • Discussion
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Quizzes
Supplemental Materials