CIS 146 Fundamentals of Networking
This course provides the solid foundation of networks and networking in IT. The topics include routing, switching, physical layer, and application areas. Upon completion, the students are able to compare the characteristics of various communication protocols and how they support application requirements. Both OSI and Internet models are compared and contrasted as they apply to contemporary communication protocols. In addition, the students learn how to solve basic networking problems and perform troubleshooting operations on LANs and connected devices. This course has a computer lab fee. Prerequisite: None. Lecture Hours: 35; Lab Hours: 20.