CIS 392 Networking Bridge
This course covers basic networking and network management. Essential elements of the TCP/IP are investigated. Wired and wireless network configuration and management is compared and contrasted through a series of hands-on exercises and projects. In order to manage networks efficiently, the students learn scripting in different operating systems. Students are able to design LAN/WAN, troubleshoot of a variety of networking problems, demonstrate effective management skills while operating an enterprise switch through a management console. This includes a study of network protocols and layering, physical and link layers, retransmissions, multiple access, switching network layer, internetworking, intra- and inter-domain routing, transport layer, reliability, congestion control, DNS, Web/HTTP, content distribution, quality of service, and real-time apps. Prerequisite: None.