CNT 240 - Routing and Switching I

5 Credits
This course introduces the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet as well as home office, campus LANs and Cloud architecture. The principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations are introduced to provide a foundation for the curriculum. By the end of the course, students will be able to build simple local area networks (LAN), perform basic configurations for routers and switches, and implement IP addressing schemes. This course is the first of three courses that prepare students for the Cisco CCNA certification exam.

Course Outcomes

Explain the advances in modern network technologies including Public / Private Cloud and Software-Defined Networks.
Identify, describe common networking topologies.
Identify, describe common network protocols.
Understand and apply common numbering systems (decimal, octal, binary and hexadecimal) used in networking.
Recognize and describe common cables and connectors used in networks.
Implement initial settings including passwords, IP addressing, and default gateway parameters on a network switch, router and end devices.
Calculate an IPv4 subnetting scheme to efficiently segment your network.
Implement an IPv6 addressing scheme.
Understand, describe and apply switch management concepts, tasks, and configurations.
Use various tools to test network connectivity.
Configure switches and routers with device hardening features to enhance security.
Compare the operation of transport layer protocols in supporting end-to-end communication.
Troubleshoot connectivity in a small network.
Identify the necessary components of physical and cloud-based networks.
Use the command line to complete a series of routine tasks.
Explain how automation of manual or repeatable processes help to minimize management overhead.
Implement connectivity services of a cloud architecture.
Identify the core cloud services that become part of an infrastructure that meets specific business needs.
Identify resources for technology support.