CSCI 1440 - Networking Fundamentals

4 Credits

This course provides an introduction to computer networking. The material in the course follows the OSI networking model as a basis for coverage of the entire field of computer networking. Topics include the physical, data link, network, transport, session, presentation and application layers of the OSI model as they are implemented in current network technologies. Students will use a very hands-on approach learning physical networking as well as logical networking tasks. The course makes extensive use of Cisco networking hardware and software as well as Cisco learning materials. With extensive outside study and review students in this course may become prepared to become certified as Network+ level technicians. 4C/4/0/0

Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in MATH 0910 or appropriate assessment score