Introduction to Local Area Networks CNSS 130

Employment in information technology, whether in a software or hardware field, requires in-depth knowledge of computers and networks and the vast amount of terminology relating to this area. This course is designed to prepare students very well for both employment and CompTIA network+ certification.

Correlated Learning Outcomes

  • IT. 1. Carry out trouble-shooting strategies for resolving an identified end-user IT problem.
  • IT. 4. Identify a variety of assistive or adaptive technologies and universal design considerations.
  • IT. 6. Implement a hardware and software configuration responsive to an identified scenario.
  • IT. 20. Illustrate the activities of a digital media design process.
  • IT. 21. Implement communication principles into digital media design.
  • IT. 22. Carry out basic computer network troubleshooting techniques.
  • IT. 23. Describe the layers, protocols and components of the OSI model.
  • IT. 35. Differentiate among strategies for business continuity provisioning of IT resources at the enterprise level.
  • IT. 42. Use communication, negotiation, and collaboration skills as a member of a diverse team.
  • IT. 43. Describe the attitudes, knowledge and abilities associated with quality customer service.
  • IT. 44. Produce technical documentation responsive to an identified computing scenario
  • IT. 45. Use documentation or a knowledge base to resolve a technical challenge in an identified computing scenario.
  • IT. 46. Discuss significant trends and emerging technologies and their impact on global society.
  • IT. 47. Demonstrate professional behavior in response to an ethically-challenging scenario in computing.
  • IT. 48. Summarize the tenets of ethics and professional behavior promoted by international computing societies.
  • IT. 49. Describe IT procurement processes for goods and services.
  • IT. 50. Summarize the role of IT in supporting the mission and goals of an organization.