National CAE Designated Institution
  • Online, Self-Paced

This is an introductory course on the design and analysis of computer networks. It covers Internet protocols, application layer protocols, routing, wireless communication, and basic network security problems.

Learning Objectives

Students will be able to: 1. Describe the layered communication architecture (OSI and TCP/IP); 2. Describe the principles of routing and design of IP; 3. Develop programs using socket communications; 4. Explain client/server architecture; 5. Explain basic network security problems and solutions; 6. Describe wireless communication protocols and designs

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

Specialty Areas

  • Network Services

Specialty Areas have been removed from the NICE Framework. With the recent release of the new NICE Framework data, updates to courses are underway. Until this course can be updated, this historical information is provided to give better context as to how it can help you with your cybersecurity goals.