Transfers ToCSUDescriptionCISC 356 Introduction to Local Area Networks Units: 1.5 Hours: 27 hours LEC Prerequisite: None. Transferable: CSU From hubs to servers this course will introduce students to the exciting field of computer networking. Beginners will become comfortable with the concepts and vocabulary of computer networking and will gain hands-on experience in basic networking technology. Some topics include the Internet and its tools; the diversity of Network Operating Systems one can use in a Local Area Network; how to configure communication protocols, such as TCP/IP; the distinction between a Local Area Network and a Wide Area Network; and the fundamentals of network architecture and design. 