This course focuses upon the concepts of network hardware systems that provide interconnection of communication devices. Topics include: network architectures and technologies, concepts such as routing, addressing, and network protocols (TCP/IP and others). Students will be required to setup, configure, and manage wired and wireless network equipment such as switches, routers, access points, and gateways.
Learning Objectives
- Describe current network technologies (Ethernet, Token Ring)
- Describe and diagram common LAN topologies
- Describe the need for LAN/WAN interconnect technology
- Describe hub and switching concepts and technologies
- Describe LAN & WAN addressing concepts and methods (subnetting, IPv4 & IPv6)
- Describe addressing configuration and control technologies
- Describe basic routing concepts and protocols
- Describe WAN routing configuration
- Design and implement an interconnected LAN system
- Design and implement a LAN to WAN connectivity system
- Measure, analyze, and tune network performance of different connectivity configurations
- Develop and implement an addressing management plan
- Develop and implement a routing connection system
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):
Competency Areas
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