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

Corequisites: CSNT 231 (prerequisite or corequisite)

Course Outcomes
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

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

Global Outcomes
This course teaches to the global outcome of teamwork.

Total Hours: 100 Lecture Hours: 20 Lab or Clinical Hours: 80