CNT 106 - Introduction to Networks

    Recent Professors
    Bijan Houshiar
    Recent Semesters
    2027SP, 2026SP, 2026FA
    Class Size
    Not published
    Difficulty
    5.4Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    2027SP Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course introduces the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. The course uses the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) and Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) layered models to examine the nature and roles of protocols and services at the application, network, data link, and physical layers. The principles and structure of Internet Protocol (IP) addressing, and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations are introduced. Students build simple Local Area Network (LAN) topologies by applying basic principles of cabling, performing basic configurations of network devices, including routers and switches, and implementing IP addressing schemes. This course is one of the three courses required to prepare for Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification exam.
    Usually Held
    Tue 2:30pm–5:40pm, Tue 2:30pm–4:25pm, Tue 4:25pm–5:40pm