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Courses in computer information technology (designated CMIT) may be applied as appropriate, for example, toward:
- the general education requirement in computing;
- a major in computer and information science or in computer studies;
- a minor in computing; and
- electives.
An introduction to networking technologies for individual workstations, local area networks, wide area networks, and the Internet, with emphasis on the OSI model, security, and networking protocols. A general review of several industry-standard network operating systems is provided. Topics should be useful in preparing for the Network+ certification exam. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CMIT 265 or CMIT 265M.
Prerequisite: CMIT 265 with grade of C or better or CompTIA Network+ certification. A study of the fundamental concepts of computer network security and their implementation. Topics include authentication, remote access, Web security, intrusion detection, basic cyptography, physical security and disaster recovery. Opportunities for hands-on exercises are provided. Course material relates to topics covered on the vendor-neutral CompTIA Security+ Certification examination, which is recognized worldwide as the standard of competency for entry-level network security professionals.
(Designed to help students prepare for the Cisco Certified Network Associate Examination 640-441.) Prerequisite or corequisite: CMIT 265. Presentation of and practice in the concepts and commands required to configure Cisco switches and routers in multiprotocol internetworks. Routing and switching concepts (Layer 2 and Layer 3 technologies) using Cisco switches and Cisco routers are covered. Focus is on developing the skills necessary to install, configure, and operate Cisco routers and switches within LAN and WAN environments. Projects include configuring various protocols including IP, IPX, RIP, IGRP and Frame Relay. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CAPP 498E, CMIT 350, or CMIT 499D.
- Indicates extensive computer use by students.
Last updated: 17 July 2008