| CNET 1101 PC Troubleshooting, Maintenance
and Repair, 2 credits
This course is an introduction to hardware troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of Intel-based personal computers. Students work with PC system components and configurations including bus architectures, microprocessors, memory, BIOS, I/O, and mass storage devices. The course is designed for the hardware novice and allows participants to build a PC.
CNET 1111 IT and Data Assurance I, 3 credits
This course introduces the basics of network security. The student will be introduced to computer network vulnerabilities and threats and how to safeguard computer networks from those vulnerabilities and threats. This course will expose the student to network security planning, network security technology, network security organization and the legal and ethical issues associated with network security.
CNET 1112 IT and Data Assurance II, 3 credits
Prerequisite: CNET 1111.
This course introduces the network security specialist to the various methodologies for attacking a network. The student will be introduced to the concepts, principles and techniques, supplemented by hands-on exercises, for attacking and disabling a network. These methodologies are presented within the context of properly securing the network. The course will emphasize network attack methodologies with the emphasis on student use of network attack techniques and tools.
CNET 1201 A+ Core Hardware and OS
Technologies, 3 credits
Prerequisites: General experience with MS Windows and most common desktop applications.
Comprehensive introduction to computer hardware components, troubleshooting hardware components, and repair of personal computers. Standard PC-related hardware is covered including motherboards, processors, memory, printers, and some network equipment. Students will learn basic computer service concepts, PC, memory and disk system architecture, printers, networks, hardware installation and upgrades, and hardware trouble- shooting techniques. They will practice basic tasks working from the comm and line prompt and learn the basics of computer operating systems, the Windows interface, Windows 9x and 2000. Knowledge will include application installation and configuration, preventative software maintenance, configuring network software, software troubleshooting, and much more.
CNET 1202 Cisco Certified Design Associate,
3 credits
Participants in this course will learn to recognize and describe each layer of the OSI Networking model. They will be able to explain the data and equipment that is handled within each. They will also learn the characteristics and functions of networking technologies, devices, and links, as well as the essentials of network bridging types and their operation. Finally students will develop a clear working knowledge of all common “routed” and “routing” protocols for handling network data. Activities include hands-on practice labs where learners practice building complete basic networks, configuring protocols, and using Cisco devices.
CNET 2101 Data Telecommunications and
Computer Networks, 3 credits
Covers computer networking terminology history, OSI and TCO/IP models, connectivity, topologies, IP addressing and subnetting. Participants gain essential knowledge in the principles of computer networking, associated computer services, and network planning and design. The course additionally covers telecommunciations infrastructure required to support integrated voice, data, and video environments.
CNET 2105 Security Awareness and Policies,
1 credit
This course is intended to provide a basic survey of the importance of IT security awareness and data confidentiality. This security awareness-training course walks users through every aspect of Information Security in a very broad, easy to understand way and explains to them the value of securing data, both for themselves and the organization. The class will introduce legislation, local, state and federal privacy policies and liability of individuals and institutions related to data confidentiality and integrity, to include HIPPA and Gramm Leach Bliley act. This course will introduce basic concepts of risk management, security policies, common threats and countermeasures. Best practices in access control and password policies will also be covered.
CNET 2112 Desktop Operating Systems,
3 credits
Prerequisite: CNET 2101 or CSCI 1101 highly recommended.
Course focuses on Microsoft desktop operating system (Windows XP Professional) available for personal computers. Students gain foundation knowledge and skills with operating systems installation, support, and troubleshooting correlated to a business environment. This course is offered under the Microsoft Developer Networking Academic Alliance Program (MSDNAA) and prepares students for the related industry certification. (The course content is susceptible to change based on a new OS release.)
CNET 2113 Network Operating Systems,
3 credits
Prerequisite: CNET 2112.
Continuation of desktop operating systems and covers Microsoft network operating system solutions designed for the business environment. Students gain a foundation in NOS installation, support and troubleshooting. The course focus is Microsoft Windows Server 2003, server administration, and integration of Windows 2000 Server domains. The course is offered under the Microsoft Developer Networking Academic Alliance Program (MSDNAA) and prepares students for the related industry examination. (The course content is susceptible to change based on a newer NOS release.)
CNET 2114 Fundamentals of Linux UNIX,
3 credits
This course develops an understanding of how to use and operate the linux/UNIX operating system. The class is for new users of the Linux/UNIX operating environment and helps prepare for the CompTIA Linux+certification exam. Major topics discussed in the course are: Linux/UNIX history, the Linux desktop, resources, working with the command line, run-levels, user administration, and network configuration.
CNET 2205 Fundamentals of Wireless LANS,
3 credits
This course focuses on the design, planning, implementation, operation, and troubleshooting of Wireless LANs. The class includes a comprehensive overview of technologies, security, and design best practices. Fundamentals of Wireless LANs also helps prepare students for the Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA) certification. (Successful completion of CNET 2301 is recommended.)
CNET 2211 Managing Network Security I,
3 credits
This course provides a comprehensive overview of building and maintaining firewalls in a business environment. It is designed for students who need to learn the basics of network firewall security. It covers basic installation techniques, discusses how to make an intelligent choice of firewall technology, and presents basic firewall troubleshooting. Specific topics covered include: planning/design, security, configuration, packet filtering, proxy servers, authentication, encryption, and intrusion detection systems. (Successful completion of CNET 1112 and CNET 2301 is recommended.)
CNET 2212 Managing Network Security II,
3 credits
Prerequisite: CNET 2211.
This course exposes students to the various defense methodologies associated with Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Host Intrusion Detection Systems (HIDS), and Network Intrusion Detection Systems (NIDS). The class demonstrates the use of remote connectivity technologies that combine existing internal networks with the Internet to securely communicate information. Students are introduced to the best practices associated with properly designing, implementing, and securing business critical network systems using VPNs.
CNET 2297 Field Experience and Seminar,
1-11 credits
Prerequisite: Permission of program director.
Provides opportunities for students to develop professional skills in the area of networking by integrating 4-hour long seminars with supervised productive work experiences (40 hours of work per credit hour) in cooperating organizations. Through this interaction, students enhance their academic knowledge, persist in the continuation of their education, and enhance personal and professional development. Students may repeat this course to gain a maximum of 11 credits.
CNET 2301 Internet Protocol Routing, 3 credits
Prerequisites: CNET 2101 (Cisco CCNA 1).
Students learn IP addressing and develop an understanding of Cisco’s networking hardware and IOS. Participants configure routers to demonstrate knowledge of IP addressing, routing and routed protocols and Access Control Lists. The course is offered under the Cisco Networking Academy Program using Cisco approved curriculum and Cisco certified instructors.
CNET 2303 LAN Switching and Advanced
Router Configurations (CISCO CCNA 3),
3 credits
Prerequisite: Completion of CNET 2301 (Cisco CCNA 2).
This course introduces participants to Local-Area-Network (LAN) switching equipment, protocols and topologies. Participants learn about Classess Routing, RIP V2, Single Area OSPF, EIGRP, the Spanning Tree Protocol and differentiate between cut-through and store-and-forward LAN switching. Lab activities include implementing VLSM, RIP V2, OSPF, EIGRP, and trunking and routing VLANs. Students create virtual LANs and analyze various LAN segmentations.
CNET 2304 WAN Theory and Design
(CISCO CCNA 4), 3 credits
Prerequisite: Completion of CNET 2303 (Cisco CCNA 3).
This course develops an understanding of NAT/PAT, DHCP, and WAN services and protocols (including PPP, ISDN and Frame-Relay). Completion of all four courses of the Cisco Networking Academy prepares individuals for the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) exam.
CNET 2401 Cisco Certified Network Associate
(CCNA), 3 credits
Prerequisite: Must have attended ICDN (Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices) or ICRS (Intro-duction to Cisco Routers) or CCDA (Cisco Certified Design Associate); OR must have installed at least two Cisco routers and/or switches; OR taken semesters 1 & 2 from a Cisco Network Academy.
Students in this course will learn to install, configure, and maintain basic Cisco networks for LAN, WAN, and internet. Course topics include open systems networking layers, LAN/WAN configurations, routing protocols, managing access lists and routing/switching/bridging within networks. Activities include hands-on practice labs.
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