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Local Area Networking Fundamentals

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This course addresses the fundamentals of local area networking (LAN). Students will learn about Ethernet LANs, wireless LANs (WLAN), and LAN connections. This will include securing the network, transmission control protocol/internet protocol (TCP/IP), troubleshooting switches, WLAN security, and constructing a network address scheme.

This undergraduate-level course is 5 This course is available to take individually or To enroll, speak with an Enrollment Representative.

Course details:

Credits: 3
Continuing education units: XX
Professional development units: XX
Duration: 5

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    Building a Simple Network

    • Identify the layers of the OSI Model and basic functions of each level.
    • Identify common physical components of various network topologies.
    • Compare common security threats and threat mitigation options.

    Building a Simple Network (TCP/IP)

    • Explain key functions of the Transport layer.

    • Describe the devices that work at the lower layers of the OSI model and their functions.

    • Describe basic performance features of an Ethernet network.

    Ethernet LANs

    • Identify issues related to increased traffic on an Ethernet LAN.

    • Describe how data packets travel through Ethernet LAN networks.
    • List and describe features and functions of Cisco IOS Software

    Ethernet LANs (Switching)

    • Describe functions and performance of a Layer 2 Switch.

    • Demonstrate understanding of the Cisco IOS utilizing online labs.

    Wireless LANs and Voice over IP (VoIP)

    • Describe the basic components and topology of a wireless network.

    • Explain the need for wireless security and the basic steps that need to be taken to secure a wireless network.

    • Recognize the basic components and requirements needed to support VoIP.

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