CIS 160 - Introduction to Internetworking

Institution:

Carl Sandburg College

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Description:

This is the first of four courses providing students with classroom and laboratory experience in networking technologies that will provide them with the job-entry-level skills in computer networking. Course content includes, but is not limited to, safety practices, networking, network terminology and protocols, network standards, working with LANs and WANs, understanding the OSI model, cabling and use of cabling tools, working with routers and doing router programming, network topologies (primarily the star topology), and IP addressing. Emphasis is given to decision-making and problem-solving techniques in applying scientific, mathematical, communication, and social studies skills and concepts to network problems. Instruction and training is also provided in the proper care, maintenance, and use of networking software tools and equipment, as well as the consideration of local, state, and federal safety, building, and environmental codes and regulations. Offered: Fall Applicable toward graduation at CSC where program structure permits: Degree or Certificate - AAS, AGE, All Certificates General Education - Not Applicable

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.sandburg.edu

Phone Number:

(309) 344-2518

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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