Catalog: 2011–2012 Catalog Year

Course Descriptions

CISCO Technology (CSCO)

Technology Division

CSCO 120: CCNA Internetworking Fundamentals

Units (Credits): 4; Prerequisites: none

Introduces the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. Uses the OSI and TCP layered models to examine the nature and roles of protocols and services at the application, network, data link, and physical layers. Principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations are introduced.

CSCO 121: CCNA Routing Protocols and Concepts

Units (Credits): 4; Prerequisites: CSCO 120 or consent of instructor

Covers the architecture, components, and operation of routers, and explains the principles of routing and routing protocols. Students analyze, configure, verify, and troubleshoot the primary routing protocols RIPv1, RIPv2, EIGRP, and OSPF.

CSCO 130: Fundamentals of Wireless LANs

Units (Credits): 4; Prerequisites: none

Introduces wireless LAN concepts and focuses on the design, planning, implementation, operation and troubleshooting of wireless networks. Covers a comprehensive overview of technologies, security and design best practices with particular emphasis on hands-on skills. Note: Non-transferable for a NSHE baccalaureate degree. Non-applicable towards an AA or AS Degree.

CSCO 220: CCNA LAN Switching and Wireless Fundamentals

Units (Credits): 4; Prerequisites: CSCO 120

Covers an in-depth understanding of how switches operate and are implemented in the LAN environment for small and large networks. Beginning with a foundational overview of Ethernet, provides detailed explanations of LAN switch operation, VLAN implementation, Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP), VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP), Inter-VLAN routing, and wireless network operations. Students analyze, configure, verify, and troubleshoot VLANs, RSTP, VTP, and wireless networks. Campus network design and Layer 3 switching concepts are introduced.

CSCO 221: CCNA WAN Fundamentals

Units (Credits): 4; Prerequisites: CSCO 121 & CSCO 220

Explains the principles of traffic control and access control lists (ACLs) and provides an overview of the services and protocols at the data link layer for wide-area access. Students learn how to implement and configure Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP), Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE), DSL, and Frame Relay. WAN security concepts, tunneling, and VPN basics are also introduced.

CSCO 230: Fundamentals of Network Security

Units (Credits): 4; Prerequisites: CSCO 121

Designed to prepare students for certification in this field (Cisco and CompTIA security exams). Teaches how to design and implement security solutions to reduce the risk of revenue loss and vulnerability. Combines hands-on experience, instructor-led lectures, and a Web based curriculum for students. Provides an introduction to network security and overall security processes. Note: Non-transferable for a NSHE baccalaureate degree. Non-applicable towards an AA or AS Degree.

CSCO 280: CCNP Advanced Routing

Units (Credits): 4; Prerequisites: CSCO 221 or CCNA Certification

Prepares students with the knowledge and skills to necessary to use advanced IP addressing and routing in implementing scalability for Cisco ISR routers connected to LANs and WANs. Covers topics on Advanced IP Addressing, Routing Principles, Multicast Routing, IPv6, Manipulating Routing Updates, and configuring basic BGP, Configuring EIGRP, OSPF, and IS-IS. Recommended preparation for the Building Scalable Cisco Internetworks exam required to become a Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP).

CSCO 281: CCNP Implementing Secure Converged Wide Area Networks

Units (Credits): 4; Prerequisites: CSCO 221 or CCNA Certification

Prepares students with the knowledge and skills to secure and expand the reach of an enterprise network to teleworkers and remote sites with focus on securing remote access and VPN client configuration. Covers topics on the Cisco hierarchical network model as it pertains to the WAN, teleworker configuration and access, frame mode MPLS, site-to-site IPSEC VPN, Cisco EZVPN, strategies used to mitigate network attacks, Cisco device hardening and IOS firewall features. Recommended preparation for the Implementing Secure Converged Wide Area Networks exam required to become a Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP).

CSCO 282: CCNP Multilayer Switching

Units (Credits): 4; Prerequisites: CSCO 221 Or CCNA Certification

Covers knowledge and skills necessary to implement scalable multilayer switched networks. Includes topics on Campus Networks, describing and implementing advanced Spanning Tree concepts, VLANs and Inter-VLAN routing, High Availability, Wireless Client Access, Access Layer Voice concepts, and minimizing service Loss and Data Theft in a Campus Network. Recommended preparation for the Multi-layer Switching exam required to become a Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP).

CSCO 283: CCNP Optimizing Converged Internetworks

Units (Credits): 4; Prerequisites: CSCO 221 or CCNA Certification

Provides the knowledge and skills necessary in optimizing and providing effective QOS techniques for converged networks. Topics include implementing a VOIP network, implementing QoS on converged networks, specific IP QoS mechanisms for implementing the DiffServ QoS model, AutoQoS, wireless security and basic wireless management. Recommended preparation for the Optimizing Converged Cisco Networks exam required to become a Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP).



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