CSNT 231 Network Fundamentals I

6 credits

This course includes networking fundamentals between computing systems. Students will work on designing, implementing, and maintaining a network with all its various components. There is a heavy emphasis on training based on the CompTIA Network+ industry certification requirements.

Prerequisites: CSNT 124, CSNT 125 and MATH 98 (or placement into any MATH/MATH& course with MATH 098 as a prerequisite)

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Subnet classful networks
Explain commonly implemented network models and determine the best model for a given business scenario
Describe the importance of various national and international standard setting organizations
Define the layers and functions of the OSI model
Incorporate proven troubleshooting methods and tools to solve network problems
Distinguish between various transmission media and uses
Terminate cabling according to industry standards
Schematically design networks

Program Outcomes
This course teaches to the following program outcomes:

be prepared to obtain an entry-level position in the IT field
perform successfully as computer technicians, Network technicians, installers, troubleshooters, help desk support, and network administrators
create and troubleshoot physical networks

Total Hours: 100 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 20 Guided Practice (Lab or Clinical) Hours: 80