Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
ECNU-0040
Organization's ID:
E208
Organization:
Eastwick College-Nutley
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
6 weeks (36 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Network Technology
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 1 Network Laboratory
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to introduce basic network architecture, including hardware concepts, wireless networking and network operating systems. Topics include topologies, Ethernet cabling, network interface cards (NICs), protocols, and client/server system basics. Students will work with cabling, routers, switches, impact and crimping tools, and patch panels.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Use various network tools and equipment to administrate and secure a network
  • Describe the layers in the OSI model
  • Describe the different network topologies
  • List the characteristics of the typical network cables
  • List the speed of different Ethernet implementations
  • Build a network including PC and other devices
  • Describe TCP
  • Describe IP addressing
  • Describe how Windows connects to the Internet

General Topics:

  • Network concepts, TCP/IP fundamentals, utilities, wireless LAN (Local Area Network), remote connectivity, WAN (Wide Area Network), implementing a Network, maintaining and support, securing and troubleshooting networks
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Laboratory
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises
Supplemental Materials