Focuses on networking fundamentals, the OSI model and industry standards, network topologies, IP addressing (such as subnet masks), and basic network design. Serves as the first course in a series of four courses. On completion of all four courses, students will be eligible to take the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) examination. Prerequisites: CS 123D or CS 123A or consent of instructor. Meets seven hours per week.
Focuses on router theory and router technologies, including router configurations, routed and routing protocols, network management and an introduction to LAN (Local Area Network) switching. Serves as the second course in a series of four courses. On completion of all four courses, students will be eligible to take the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) examination. Prerequisite: CS 214 (CISCO Network Associate I). Meets seven hours per week.
Focuses on advanced routing and switching configurations, LAN switching, network management and advanced network design. Serves as the third course in a series of four courses. On completion of all four courses, students will be eligible to take the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) examination. Prerequisite: CS 214A (CISCO Network Associate II). Meets seven hours per week.
Focuses on project-based learning, including advanced network design projects and advanced management projects. Serves as the fourth course in a series of four courses. On completion of all four courses, students will be eligible to take the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) examination. Prerequisite: CS 214B (CISCO Network Associate III). Meets seven hours per week.