This course introduces learners to the key concepts underlying Local Area Network (LAN), Metropolitan Area Network (MAN), and Wide Area Network (WAN). Learners examine the layered architecture of the network protocol stack, including the OSI and the TCP/IP models, and apply the principles of designing networks and implementing network protocols. Learners also apply topics of network topologies, cloud computing, networking devices, cabling, and basic network security.

In this course, learners demonstrate their knowledge of hardware and operating systems, focusing on peripherals and file management. Learners use modern operating systems, including Windows, Linux and MacOS to demonstrate their skill with hardware and operating systems.

This course provides the opportunity for learners to acquire the foundational skills and knowledge required of a systems administrator. Learners employ tools and procedures to install, configure, administer, troubleshoot, and maintain modern computer systems.

Learners in this course demonstrate their knowledge and skills with the fundamentals of network architecture. Learners apply knowledge of network characteristics and network topologies to develop a scope document for a proposed network architecture. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent registration in IT2250.

Learners in this course demonstrate their knowledge of information security fundamentals. Learners apply their understanding of the concepts of confidentiality, integrity, and availability to the basics of access control and network security measures.

Learners in this course develop their understanding of the design and integration of multi-protocol networks (local area networks and wide area networks) to form an enterprise network. Learners design intranets/internets, virtual local area networks (VLANs), and firewalls using different internetworking devices and media. Learners gain the skills needed to configure Cisco® equipment, and analyze issues associated with designing enterprise networks including cost, compatibility, expandability, security, and future requirements. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent registration in IT3355 and IT3358.

In this course, learners examine and apply advanced network administration concepts using the latest network operating system’s (NOS) tools for deploying servers and configuring remote access, web services, and network application services within an enterprise network. Learners evaluate virtual machines, integrated services, cluster failover, load balancing, RAID, IIS, SMTP, SAN, and SSL. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent registration in IT4510.

Learners employ administration concepts related to enterprise networks using the latest network operating system’s (NOS) tools for deploying servers and configuring network application services within an enterprise network. Learners also apply concepts such as IP addressing, name resolution, remote access, Terminal Services, Active Directory, authentication, and data security to large enterprise networks. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent registration in IT4520.