Data Communications and Networking IV

This is the course outline for Capital Community College’s Data Communications and Networking IV. This advanced-level and final course in a four-course sequence of Data Communications and Networking courses provides students with extensive hands-on experience with WAN design and management. WAN technologies and network services required by converged applications in a complex network are explored. The course enables students to understand the selection criteria of network devices and WAN technologies to meet network requirements. Students learn how to configure and troubleshoot network devices and resolve common issues with data link protocols. Students also develop the knowledge and skills needed to implement IPSec and virtual private network (VPN) operations in a complex network. With this advanced knowledge, the student will be well prepared for entry-level certification exams in the computer networking industry. Course topics include: WAN Technologies, Virtual Private Networks, WAN Access, Network Security, Network Operations and Monitoring, and Advanced Network Design Capital Community College has four levels of Data Communications and Networking, this is the fourth and final of four (all available on Skills Commons).
Date:
2015
Primary Material Type:
Syllabus
Institution:
Capital Community College
Project Name:
Northeast Resiliency Consortium
Funding Source:
TAACCCT Round 3
Subjects:
data communications and networking, data communications, networking, communication/network models, network management, WAN design and management, information technology, IT, WAN-related devices, routers, WLAN, WAN network fundamentals, WAN technologies, WAN access, network security, network operations, network design, NRC, Northeast Resiliency Consortium

Industry / Occupation

Industry Partner:
N/A
Industry Sector:
Information Technology -- Computer Operating Systems (Programming), Digital Forensics, Cyber Security, Network Security, IT Security (51)
Occupation:
Computer and Mathematical Occupations (15-0000)

Education / Instructional Information

Instructional Program:
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services (11)
Credit Type:
  • Credit
Credential Type:
  • Associate Degree
Educational Level of Materials:
  • 1st year Community College or equivalent
  • 2nd Year Community College or equivalent
Language:
English (United States)
Interactivity Type:
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Quality Rubric:
Other
Quality Note:
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Course Note:
CST 283

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