CSNT 232 Network Fundamentals II

6 credits

This course is a continuation of CSNT 231 Network Fundamentals I and introduces advanced networking, configuration, and troubleshooting skills. Students will setup and manage all the basic components and services of today’s most popular networks. There is a heavy emphasis on training based on the CompTIA Network+ industry certification requirements.

Prerequisites: CSNT 125 and MATH 098 (or equivalent placement score for any MATH course with MATH 098 as a prerequisite) or instructor approval

Corequisites: CSNT 231 and CSNT 234

Quarters Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring

Student Outcomes/Competencies:
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Create and manage a client /server based network
Demonstrate usage of the Internet Protocol Suite (TCP/IP) including troubleshooting and advanced subnetting techniques
Use and configure different networking components
Recognize and use various network protocols and standards
Complete the basic programming of a routing device
Use a selection of common hardware and software utilities
Perform basic network security, maintenance, backup, and restoration tasks
Setup and configure wireless access points
Use SQL to create and query a basic database