ITI214 Introduction to Computer Networking (8)

CSU Discipline Area: Unallocated to a CSU Discipline code (OTHER)

Duration: One session

Abstract:

The aim of this subject is to give students the skills and knowledge required to complete the Network+ industry certification examination developed by the Computer Technology Industry Association (CompTIA).

+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations

No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2013.Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details prior to contacting their course coordinator: ITI214

Where differences exist between the handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Enrolment restrictions:

Only for students enrolled in Bachelor of Industry Computing

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

be able to identify the major physical network topologies given a diagram, schematic or description;
be able to identify a MAC (Media Access Control) address and its parts;
be able to identify the seven layers of the OSI (Open Systems Interconnect) model and their functions;
be able to identify the basic capabilities of the UNIX / Linux / Mac OS X Server, Netware, Windows Appleshare IP (Internet Protocol) server operating systems; and
be able to troubleshoot client network services, and identify the causes a problem.

Syllabus:

The subject will cover the following topics:

* Network Cabling Communication * Network Hardware * Remote Connectivity * Troubleshooting Hardware * Protocols * TCP/IP * Ports and Sockets * Name Resolution * Firewalls and Proxies * Remote Access Protocols * Network Operating Systems * Components of a Network * Types of Networks * Network Clients * Directory Services * Sharing Printer * Optimizing a Network * Tools for Networks * Ongoing Network Maintenance

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