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Computer Networking –
it230
(3 credits)
The fundamentals of networking and telecommunications are introduced in this course. Topics include the rationale of networking and its benefits and utilization within a business environment. Data and voice communications are covered broadly, as are connectivity protocols, including Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). The Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) Reference Model, networking standards, and rationale are also presented. Primary network topologies of local area networks (LANs) and their connectivity to larger enterprise wide area networks (WANs) are studied within a business context.
This undergraduate-level course is 9
weeks.
To enroll, speak with an Enrollment Advisor.
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Network Design Techniques
- Prepare a comprehensive network design plan.
- Outline the pros and cons of various network design techniques.
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Backup and Disaster Recovery
- Prepare a backup and disaster recovery plan.
- Describe different backup and disaster recovery solutions.
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Securing the Network
- Assess potential solutions for disaster recovery.
- Analyze basic network security principles.
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Network Remote Access
- Justify a remote access solution.
- Summarize remote access techniques.
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Business Uses for Networks
- Determine common applications that business users require in a networked office.
- Summarize common network protocols.
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Wide Area Network Design
- Design a wide area network using existing hardware components.
- Describe how information travels through the network.
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Wide Area Network Equipment
- Calculate bandwidth needs for wide area networks.
- Identify telecommunications network components.
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Network Topologies
- Name the various types of network topologies and the advantages and disadvantages of each.
- Write cabling specifications for a given project.
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Overview of Networks and Terminology
- Identify the layers and functions of the OSI model.
- Determine reasons to create an onsite network for a company.
- Apply common networking terms.
- The University of Phoenix reserves the right to modify courses.
- While widely available, not all programs are available in all locations or in both online and on-campus formats. Please check with a University Enrollment Advisor.
- Transferability of credit is at the discretion of the receiving institution. It is the student’s responsibility to confirm whether or not credits earned at University of Phoenix will be accepted by another institution of the student’s choice.
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