CCOM 1023 — Intro to Networking
The course will introduce the students to LAN and WAN networking concepts for a small to medium sized network. The course will cover the OSI Layer model in great detail and describe the function of each layer. It will also introduce the concepts of Encapsulation (when sending data) and De-Encapsulation (when receiving data). The course will cover the networking processes on OSI Layers 2, 3, and 4. The functions of MAC addresses on Layer 2, and IPv4, IPv6, ARP, RARP, and NDP on Layer 3 will be discussed to a great depth. The Layer 4 protocols of TCP and UDP will be introduced. The students will be introduced to Wired Network Topologies (Bus, ring, Star, Mesh). The function and basic configuration of Layer 2 Switches and Routers will be covered, to include VLANs, Port Security, Static Routing and Dynamic Routing with RIP version 2 and RIP NG. The course will also introduce cabling media with a focus on UTP Straight Through and UTP Crossover cables. Students should have completed CCOM1001 and CCOM 1002 successfully. The students will also be introduced to Wireless Network Topologies. Basic network security will also be included in this course.