COMP 1360 Introduction to Data Communications and Networking
Course Information
| Course Number | COMP 1360 |
|---|---|
| Course Title | Introduction to Data Communications and Networking |
| Description | Introduction to Data Communications and Networking is designed to provide students with the foundation-level skills they need to install, operate, manage, maintain, and troubleshoot a small business network. This course provides an introduction to the hardware, software, terminology, components, design, and connections of a network. It covers networking concepts such as the OSI model, topologies, and major protocols, in addition to the basic functions of system administration and operation. COMP 1360 is operating system independent and provides an introduction to several popular network operating systems. Through lectures, discussions, demonstrations, interactive learning tools, and hands-on labs, this course teaches the fundamental skills and concepts that are essential to any kind of networking career. It helps students prepare to take the Network+ certification exam. (Prerequisite: None) |
| Total Credits | 4 |
| Total Hours | 64 |
| Instruction Type | Credits and Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 4 Credits, 64 Hours |
Pre/Corequisites
Prerequisite: None.
Institutional Core Competencies
- Communication - Students will be able to demonstrate appropriate and effective interactions with others to achieve their personal, academic, and professional objectives.
Course Competencies
- Describe the impact of computer networking on today's society
- List the fundamental concepts of data communication
- Work with the application layer of the OSI model
- Work with the transport layer of the OSI model
- Work with the network layer of the OSI model
- Explain the structure of IPv4 addresses
- Work with the data link layer of the OSI model
- Work with the physical layer of the OSI model
- Describe the characteristics and operation of Ethenet
- Work with data communications network media
- Construct a simple Ethernet LAN
- Explain the importance of information security
- Describe information security attacks
- Describe the basic principles of designing a secure system
- Describe how to secure a simple Ethernet LAN
- Explain how to protect internet-based services
- List the practical uses of cryptography
SCC Accessibility Statement
South Central College strives to make all learning experiences as accessible as possible. If you have a disability and need accommodations for access to this class, contact the Academic Support Center to request and discuss accommodations.
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