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COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 1100 PC Maintenance and Upgrading 2 credit hours Introduction to maintaining and upgrading personal computers (PCs). System component identification, configuration, assembly and disassembly, upgrading procedures, basic troubleshooting techniques and preventative maintenance are included. (1 lecture hour, 2 lab hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 1111 Computer and Hardware Maintenance 3 credit hours Covers aspects of hardware support relating to personal computers (PCs) including system troubleshooting, system board, drive subsystems, memory, input/output devices, and multimedia. Prepares the student for the CompTIA A+ exam. Prerequisite: Computer and Internetworking Technologies 1100 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent or consent of Instructor (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 1112 Advanced System Maintenance 3 credit hours Maintaining and servicing modern personal computer systems, with emphasis on advanced hardware, operating systems, troubleshooting, networks, printers, and other peripheral devices. Prepares the student for the CompTIA A+ exam. Prerequisite: Computer and Internetworking Technologies 1100 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent or consent of Instructor (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 1120 Binary Numbers and Subnetting 2 credit hours Introduction to numbering systems used in computers and networking systems. Binary, Hexadecimal numbering systems as well as subnetting, Variable Length Subnet Masks (VLSM), Classless Inter-Domain Routing (CIDR), Supernetting, Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4), and an overview of IPv6. (2 lecture hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 1121 Networking Fundamentals 3 credit hours Current and emerging internetworking technologies. Including Open Systems Interconnect (OSI) reference model, binary numbers, hexadecimal numbers, address classes, Internet Protocol (IP) addressing and subnetting, protocols, standards, and cabling techniques. (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 1122 Routing Protocols and Concepts 3 credit hours Practical skills required to verify and troubleshoot basic router and routing protocol configurations. Topics covered include: Variable Length Subnet Mask (VLSM), Classless Inter-Domain Routing (CIDR), static routing, dynamic routing, default routing, Routing Information Protocol (RIP), Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP), and Open Shortest Path First (OSPF). Prerequisite: Computer and Internetworking Technologies 1121 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 1123 LAN Switching and Wireless 3 credit hours Practical skills required to configure and verify basic switch and wireless router configuration. Topics include: Local Area Network (LAN) architecture, basic switch concepts and configuration, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN) design and configuration, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP), inter-VLAN routing, basic wireless concepts and configuration. Prerequisite: Computer and Internetworking Technologies 1122 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 1124 Accessing the WAN 3 credit hours Practical skills required to verify and troubleshoot router and Wide Area Network (WAN). Topics include: WAN design, Point-to-Point Protocol(PPP), Frame Relay, network management, network security, Access Control List (ACL), Virtual Private Network (VPN), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Network Address Translation (NAT), and Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6). Prerequisite: Computer and Internetworking Technologies 1123 (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 1151 Wireless Network Administration 3 credit hours Introduction to the design, implementation, and maintenance of wireless networks. Topics include: 802.11 standards, wireless radio technology, wireless topologies, access points, bridges, wireless security, site surveys, troubleshooting, and antenna systems. Prerequisite: Computer and Internetworking Technologies 1121 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent or consent of instructor (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 1170 Fundamentals of Telecommunications 2 credit hours Introductory course covering voice and data communications technology. A history of the industry as well as future trends including new and emerging technologies such as cellular and Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP). (2 lecture hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 1635 Data Communications and Networks 3 credit hours Principles of microcomputer data communications and network systems. Serial and parallel data communications, basic telephony, Electronic Industry Association (EIA) standards, Local Area Networks (LANs), and Wide Area Networks (WANs) are included. Prepares the student for the CompTIA Network+ exam. Prerequisite: Computer and Internetworking Technologies 1121 or equivalent or consent of instructor. (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 1640 Security+ 3 credit hours Information security principles providing participants the tools for implementing and managing security in the enterprise. Covers a broad review of information security, including the terminology and overview of information security management. After completion of this course students should be prepared to participate in the CompTIA Security+ examination. Prerequisites: Computer and Internetworking Technologies 1121 and 1635 or 2235 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, or consent of instructor (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 1645 Internet Telephony 3 credit hours Covers aspects of converging voice, data, messaging, and video as well as emerging Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP) Technologies. Circuit switched and packet switched networks will be covered as well as related protocols. Prepares the student for the CompTIA Convergence+ certification exam. Recommended: CIT 1640 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent. Prerequisite: Computer and Internetworking Technologies 1121 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 1825 Selected Topics 2 credit hours Introductory exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college Class Schedule. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. (2 lecture hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 1840 Independent Study - Individualized 1 to 4 credit hours Exploration and analysis of topics within the discipline to meet individual student-defined course description, goals, objectives, topical outline, and methods of evaluation in coordination with, and approved by the instructor. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor (1-4 lecture hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 2180 Windows XP Troubleshooting and User Support 3 credit hours Prepares students to support users and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows XP operating system. Prepares students for a career as a Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST). Provides real-world examples and interactive activities that reinforces key concepts. Prerequisite: Computer and Internetworking Technologies 1121 or 1180 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent and Computer Information Systems 1600 or Computer and Internetworking Technologies 1112 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent (3 lecture hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 2190 Desktop Applications Troubleshooting 3 credit hours Functions and features of installing, configuring and maintaining applications such as Microsoft Office on Windows XP operating system. Includes configuring Internet Explorer and Outlook Express, resolving issues related to customizing and personalizing MS Office applications, migrating from Outlook Express to Outlook, configuring MS Office security settings, and monitoring security vulnerabilities and updates. Prerequisite: Computer and Internetworking Technologies 2180 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent (3 lecture hours

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 2241 Cisco Certified Network Professional 1 3 credit hours Basic routing principles including Variable-Length Subnet Masks (VLSM), Classless InterDomain Routing (CIDR), route summarization, route redistribution, route optimization, multicasting, and Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6). Routing protocols covered include Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP),Intermediate system to intermediate system (IS-IS), and Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) Prerequisite: Computer & Internetworking Technologies 1124 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent or consent of Instructor (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 2242 Cisco Certified Network Professional 2 3 credit hours Media, devices, and protocols to build, configure, and troubleshoot a remote access network to interconnect central sites to branch offices and home offices. Includes configuring Digital Subscribe Line (DSL), MultiProtocol Label Switching(MPLS), Virtual Private Network (VPN), Site-to-site VPN, Cisco device hardening, and Cisco Intrusion Detection System (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) systems. Prerequisite: Computer & Internetworking Technologies 1124 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent or consent of Instructor. (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 2243 Cisco Certified Network Professional 3 3 credit hours Basic and multi-layer switching configuration. Includes Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), Virtual Local Area Networks (VLAN), VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP), redundant links, inter-VLAN routing, Hot-Standby Routing Protocol (HSRP), Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol (VRRP), wireless LANs, voice over internet protocol (VOIP), and security. Prerequisite: Computer & Internetworking Technologies 1124 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent or consent of Instructor (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 2244 Cisco Certified Network Professional 4 3 credit hours Explain the Cisco hierarchical network model as it pertains to an end-to-end enterprise network, describe specific requirements for implementing a Voice over Internet Protocol (VOIP) network, describe the need to implement Quality of Service (QOS) and the methods for implementing QOS on a converged network, describe and configure wireless security and basic wireless management. Prerequisite: Computer and Internetworking Technologies 1124 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent, or consent of instructor (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 2251 CCNA Security 3 credit hours Provides the knowledge and hands-on skills required to install, troubleshoot, and monitor Cisco security network devices. Students who complete this course will be prepared to sit for the Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) Security Certification exam which is a stepping stone for job roles such as network security specialist and network security administrator. CCNA Security certification is a prerequisite for becoming a Cisco Certified Security Professional (CCSP). Prerequisite: Computer and Internetworking Technologies 1124 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent or CCNA Certification or consent of instructor (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 2252 Securing Networks with PIX and Application Security Appliance (SNPA) 3 credit hours Overall security processes with particular emphasis on hands-on skills for Cisco Private Internet Exchange (PIX) firewall appliance. Includes Cisco security technologies; PIX firewall installation, configuration, and maintenance; Authentication, Authorization, Accounting (AAA) implementation; Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS); Virtual Private Network (VPN) configuration and implementation; and advanced protocol and attack guards. Prerequisite: Computer and Internetworking Technologies 2251 or consent of instructor (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 2253 Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) 3 credit hours Overall intrusion detection and prevention processes with particular emphasis on hands-on skills for installing and configuring the Cisco IPS 4215 sensor appliance using Command-Line Interface (CLI) and the IPS Device Manager (IDM). Prerequisite: Computer and Internetworking Technologies 2251 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, or consent of instructor (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 2411 Cisco Voice Over IP 3 credit hours Basic operation and components involved in Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP); integrate basic IP telephony network into existing telephony network; configure router to perform basic VOIP call; implementation of dial plan; configuration of gateway and gatekeeper. Prerequisites: Computer and Internetworking Technologies 1124 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 2412 Quality of Service 3 credit hours Prepares students for the Cisco Certified Voice Professional qualifying exam. Topics covered include: Quality of service (QOS), classification and marking, queuing, traffic shaping and policing, congestion avoidance, link efficiency, modular QOS command line interface, and QOS best practices. Prerequisite: Computer and Internetworking Technologies 1124 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent or consent of instructor (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 2450 UNIX System Administration 3 credit hours Advanced course in the administration and maintenance of the UNIX operating system. Emphasizes UNIX system installation, management and maintenance, users’ account control, file system and services, system performances and security. Prerequisite: Computer Information Systems 1450 and 1600 or consent of instructor. (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 2455 LINUX System Administration 3 credit hours Advanced course in the administration and maintenance of the LINUX operating system. Emphasizes LINUX system installation, management and maintenance, users’ account control, file system and services, system performances and security. Prerequisite: Computer Information Systems 1450 and 1600 or consent of instructor (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 2640 Ethical Hacking 3 credit hours Introduces network security specialists to various methodologies used to attack a network and the countermeasures employed to prevent attacks. Exposes students to the various phases involved in hacking, attacks, countermeasures, and exploit categories. Concepts, principles and techniques are supplemented by hands-on exercises for attacking and disabling a network. The topics are presented in the context of properly securing the network. Prerequisite: Computer and Internetworking Technologies 2610 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent (3 lecture hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 2651 Computer Forensics I 3 credit hours Focuses on the preservation, identification, extraction, documentation and interpretation of computer data. Topics covered include evidence handling, chain of custody, collection, preservation, identification, and recovery of computer data using forensic recovery software and methods. Prerequisite: Hardware and software training and/or previous work experience and consent of instructor (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 2652 Computer Forensics II 3 credit hours A continuation of Computer Forensics I. Extends the use of analysis software and forensics tools. Focuses on network and open source forensics tools. Prerequisites: Pre-enrollment or current enrollment in Computer and Internetworking Technologies 2651 and consent of instructor (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

COMPUTER AND INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES 2840 Experimental/Pilot Class 1 to 6 credit hours Exploration and analysis of topics within the discipline. This course is used to pilot a proposal for a permanent discipline course. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor (6 lecture hours, 12 lab hours)

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