MCCCD Program Description

Introduction to Networking

Course: CIS190

First Term: 2020 Fall

Lec + Lab 3.0 Credit(s) 4.0 Period(s) 4.0 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: T - Lab Load

Description: Overview of networks. Emphasis on the elements of a network, current issues and products, and use of a network. Includes terminology, hardware and software components, connectivity, resource monitoring and sharing, electronic mail and messaging, and security issues. Helps prepare students for the CompTIA Network+ examination.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Define a network and distinguish among types of networks. (I, II, VI, VIII, XII) 2. Describe the benefits, uses, and problems associated with networks. (I, III, V, VI) 3. Identify the hardware and software components of a network. (I-IV) 4. Describe the function of network devices for switching and routing. (I, III, IV, VIII, X) 5. Perform application selection from a file server. (I, II, VII) 6. Describe various network topologies and communications standards. (I, VI, XI) 7. Describe network configuration, scanning, monitoring, patching processes, and console operation. (II, III, IV, IX, XI) 8. Perform resource selection, monitoring, and remote access. ( II, VII, XI) 9. Describe network security issues, threats, and attacks. (IV, VI-VIII) 10. Explain the purposes of virtualization and network storage technologies. (IV, VII, XI) 11. Identify and perform backup procedures. (XI) 12. Compare and contrast business continuity and disaster recovery concepts. (XI)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Introduction to networking A. Network models B. Client-server applications C. Network hardware D. The seven-layer OSI model E. Safety procedures and policies F. Troubleshooting network problems II. Network infrastructure and documentation A. Components of structured cabling B. Network documentation C. Change management III. Addressing on networks A. Addressing overview B. MAC addresses C. IP addresses D. Ports and sockets E. Domain names and DNS (Domain Name System) F. Troubleshooting address problems IV. Network protocols and routing A. TCP/IP core protocols B. Routers and how they work C. Troubleshooting route issues V. Network cabling A. Transmission basics B. Copper cable C. Fiber-optic cable D. Troubleshooting tools VI. Wireless networking A. Characteristics of wireless transmissions B. Wireless standards for the IoT (Internet of Things) C. 802.11 WLAN standards D. Implementing a wi-fi network E. Wi-fi network security F. Troubleshooting wi-fi networks VII. Virtualization and cloud computing A. Virtualization B. Cloud computing C. Encryption protocols D. Remote access VIII. Subnets and VLANs A. Network segmentation B. Subnets C. VLANs (Virtual Local Area Networks) IX. Network risk management A. Security risks B. Security assessment C. Physical security D. Device hardening E. Security policies for users X. Security in network design A. Network security devices B. Switch management C. AAA (Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting) D. Access control technologies E. Wireless network security XI. Network performance and recovery A. Collecting network data B. Managing network traffic C. Network availability D. Response and recovery XII. WANs (Wide Area Networks) A. WAN essentials B. Layer 1 WAN technologies C. Layer 2 WAN technologies D. Wireless WANs

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: February 25, 2020

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