(IT 280) Computer Networking
An introduction to computer networking concepts, including local area networks, home networks, wireless networks, routers, firewalls, communication protocols, and troubleshooting techniques.
| Credit hours | 3.0 lecture |
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| Prerequisites | None |
| Offered | Fall, winter, spring |
| Programs | Information Technology (BS), Information Technology Minor |
Course Learning Outcomes
Each student who passes this course will be able to do the following:
- Understand and explain fundamental computer networking and telecommunication concepts, including communication protocols, routing processes, and network models.
- Examine and compare various physical networking topologies, technologies, media, and devices used in wired and wireless local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs).
- Utilize network management practices, hardware tools, and troubleshooting utilities to test network connectivity, improve network performance, and resolve common connectivity issues.