ISTC 1045 - Network Systems I: Introduction to Networking
3 Credits This course exposes students to networking concepts, technologies, and typical network administration/analysis duties found in the workplace. Topics covered include communication models, network protocols, IP addressing and subnetting, physical and logical topologies, transmission media, and network hardware.
Learning Outcomes Compare LAN, WAN, and WLAN (WiFi) technologies. Identify common connectivity issues. Explain the function of each layer of the TCP/IP and OSI models. Examine physical network and logical topology diagrams. Design an addressing and subnetting scheme for a routed IP network. Describe the relationship between IP and MAC addresses. Identify standard cable types. Identify commonly used TCP and UDP ports. List the characteristics of common logical network topologies. Describe the role and function of routers and switches
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