CNT 2017 - Networking I

Clock Hours: 165

Prerequisites: Completion of 1^st Trimester

Industry Certifications CompTIA Network+ Certification

Course Description:
This course introduces students to the basics of networking. This includes an introduction to the components needed in a network and how they function together. This course adds discussion on routers and routing in the network. It details the use of various routing protocols and introduces the OSI model to students.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Identify basic networking concepts, including how a network works. Content should include network access, protocol, network interface cards, full duplex, cabling twisted pair, coaxial, and fiber optic.
Identify procedures for swapping and configuring network interface cards.
Identify the ramifications of repairs on the network. Content should include reduced bandwidth, loss of data, network slowdown.
Identify the networking capabilities of Windows including procedures for connecting to the network. Content should include sharing disk drives, sharing print and file services, network type, and network card.
Identify concepts and capabilities relating to the Internet and basic procedures for setting up a system for Internet access. Content should include TCP/IP, E-mail, html, http, ftp, domain names (Web sites), ISP, and dial-up access.
Identify a router as a computer with an operating system and hardware designed for the routing process.
Describe how a router determines a path and switches packets.
Discuss and apply the concepts of static routing.
Discuss the routing protocols (dynamic routing).
The advantages and uses of static routing and how to configure static routes.
Understand the theory behind distance vector routing protocols and complete routing table maintenance.