IS 53 - Switching and Routing Essentials

Recent Professors: J. Boyer
Recent Semesters: Spring 2026
Class Size: 24 students
Credits: 4
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: IS 52; IS 352 Advisory: MATH 3A; ENGL C1000; ENGL C1000H
Spring 2026 Sections: View Spring 2026 sections of IS 53
Transfers To: CSU
Description: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials (SRWE) focuses on the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in small networks and introduces wireless local area networks (WLAN) and security concepts. In this course, students learn how to configure and troubleshoot routers and switches for advanced functionality using security best practices and resolve common issues with protocols in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks. The second of three courses that prepare students for the Cisco CCNA certification.
Usually Held: Tue Wed Thu 12:00pm–1:50pm, Tue Wed Thu 2:00pm–3:50pm