WECM Appendix

CIP

Rubric

Number

Course Name

Semester
Credit Hrs

Min
Cont Hrs

Max
Cont Hrs

52.1204

ITNW

1321

Introduction to Networking

3

48

112

52.1204

ITNW

1421

Introduction to Networking

4

64

112

 

CIP Area Code:

52.1204  (Business Systems Networking and Telecommunications)

Course Title:

Introduction to Networking

Course Level:

Introductory

 

Course Description: Introduction to the fundamentals, basic concepts, and terminology of networks. Topics include the access and use of the Internet and networking hardware and software, including current developments in networking.

 

Learning Outcomes: The student will describe various network topologies and network operating systems; access and use network services; identify hardware and software network components and their functionality; and explain public and private communication infrastructures.

 

Suggested Prerequisite: Competency in desktop operating systems and basic computer applications