Course Description
Networking Technology includes terminology and networking concepts including design, topology, implementation, cabling, connecting network components, signal transmission, and network adapter cards. The OSI and 802 networking models within the network environment teach students how networks send data. Architectures will be included as well as administration, support, security, fault tolerant systems, wide area network and troubleshooting network problems. Prepares student for exams such as the Network+ certification exam and qualifies as one exam in the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA).
Certificate
Completion of this course certifies proficient network design and managing skills based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Technical Competency is available upon request.
This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:
Competencies (skills you will learn)
- Identify and understand how to implement, secure, and support the components used in networking.
- Recognize the primary network architectures, network standards, protocols, and access methods and identify their characteristics.
- Identify the primary functions of network operating systems and distinguish between a centralized computing environment and a client/server environment.
- Distinguish between LANs and wide-area networks (WANs) and identify the components used to expand a LAN into a WAN.
- Identify strategic LAN support tools and resources and determine how to use them in troubleshooting basic network problems.
Course Structure
This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.
Course Length
The estimated length of this course is 120 hours.
Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.
Specific Course Admission Requirements
There are no specific requirements to take this course. However, courses in the Information Technology Programs are to be taken in order. The course list can be found on the information sheet for each program or by contacting Student Services.
Textbooks & Materials
Network+ Guide to Networks, 4th Edition - required
ISBN:9780619217433
Price:$101.00
Go to the Bookstore for a list all textbooks available
Course Location and Schedule
Rose Park Campus: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Friday
Tuition and Fees
Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please see the SLTATC Monthly Tuition and Fee Schedule or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information.
This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.
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