Upon the successful completion of the course, the student will be able to create a presentation on how an assigned OSI layer works and operates, the protocols used in the layer, and how the layer overlaps with other layers; provide a client with a report comparing and contrasting Network Operating Systems and the best fit recommendation; select the appropriate LAN topology (star, extended, star, bus, PP, ring) for a given physical and logical design; design a workable set of IP addresses (either Class A, B, and C) for a given set of networks; successfully install and configure a network and install and configure a router on a network; establish drive mappings and file sharing capabilities for users; identify preventative maintenance and procedure for troubleshooting networks, and research and report of comparing and contrasting network security solutions.