Data Communications and Networking IV

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Keywords

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

Project

Northeast Resiliency Consortium

Authors

Date Submitted

2015

Material Type

Syllabus

Secondary Material Type

Institution

Capital Community College

Industry Partner

N/A

License

CC BY

Funding Source

TAACCCT Round 3

Additional Public Access

Abstract

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).

Industry (NAISC)

Information Technology -- Computer Operating Systems (Programming), Digital Forensics, Cyber Security, Network Security, IT Security (51)

Occupation (SOC)

Computer and Mathematical Occupations (15-0000)

Instructional Program (CIP)

Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services (11)

Credit Type

Credential Type

Associate Degree

Educational Level

1st year Community College or equivalent
2nd Year Community College or equivalent

Skill Level

Quality Assurance Organization