Computers-Networking Course Descriptions

CPC 125 Windows XP Professional ... 3
Prerequisite: CPT 103, 106, or by computer networking instructor permission. In-depth introduction to Windows XP Professional including installation, resource usage, hardware devices and drivers, system performance and reliability, network protocols and services, desktop, security, and troubleshooting. Combination of lectures, demonstrations, discussions, and hands-on labs. Preparation for MCP industry certification and one of the requirements for MCSA.

CPC 170 CCNA1 ... 5
Prerequisites: CPT 106, CPT 115. First course in a four-course sequence that prepares student for Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA) certification and the job market. Over the four-course sequence learn networking fundamentals, routing and switching protocols, router and switch configuration in the LAN and WAN, security issues and solutions, and wireless technologies. Combination of hands-on labs, lectures, and demonstrations.

CPC 171 CCNA2 ... 5
Prerequisite: CPC 170. Second course in a four-course sequence that prepares student for Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA) certification and the job market. Over the four-course sequence learn networking fundamentals, routing and switching protocols, router and switch configuration in the LAN and WAN, security issues and solutions, and wireless technologies. Combination of hands-on labs, lectures, and demonstrations.

CPC 172 CCNA3 ... 5
Prerequisite: CPC 171. Third course in a four-course sequence that prepares student for Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA) certification and the job market. Over the four-course sequence learn networking fundamentals, routing and switching protocols, router and switch configuration in the LAN and WAN, security issues and solutions, and wireless technologies. Combination of hands-on labs, lectures, and demonstrations.

CPC 173 CCNA4 ... 5
Prerequisite: CPC 172. Fourth course in a four-course sequence that prepares student for Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA) certification and the job market. Over the four-course sequence learn networking fundamentals, routing and switching protocols, router and switch configuration in the LAN and WAN, security issues and solutions, and wireless technologies. Combination of hands-on labs, lectures, and demonstrations.

CPC 202 Windows Server ... 5
Prerequisite: CPT 115, CPC 125, or by computer networking instructor permission. In-depth study of the latest Windows Server operating system including installation, managing a server environment, access to resources, disaster recovery, IP addressing, name resolution, routing and remote access, and network security. Combination of lectures, demonstrations, discussions, and hands-on labs. Preparation for MCP industry certification and one of the requirements for MCSA certification.

CPC 203 Microsoft Windows Directory Services and Network Infrastructure ... 5
Prerequisite: CPC 202 or appropriate industry certification. Preparation to meet the certification requirements to become a Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) or Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE). Implement, administer, and design a directory services and network infrastructure. Combination of hands-on labs, lectures, and demonstrations.

CPC 224 Microsoft SQL Server ... 3
Prerequisites: CPC 202, CPC 203. Preparation to meet certification requirements to become Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) or Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE). How to design and implement database solution using Microsoft SQL Server. Combination of lectures, demonstrations, discussions, online assignments, and hands-on labs.

CPC 225 Microsoft Exchange Server ... 3
Prerequisites: CPC 202. Preparation to meet certification requirements to become Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) or Microsoft Certified Systems A. How to implement, administer, and troubleshoot information systems that incorporate Microsoft Exchange Server. Combination of lectures, demonstrations, discussions, online assignments, and hands-on labs.

CPC 240 Wireless LANs ... 5
Prerequisites: CPC 171, CCNA certification, or by instructor permission.  Introduction to Wireless LANs. Topics include IEEE 802.11 standard, wireless radio technology, wireless topologies, access points, bridges, antennas, security, site survey preparation, troubleshooting, and emerging technologies. Combination of lectures, demonstrations, discussions, online assignments, and hands-on labs.

CPC 245 Network Security I ... 5
Prerequisite: CPC 173, CCNA certification, or by computer networking instructor permission. In-depth introduction to network security based on router firewalls and security appliances. Topics include Access Control Lists (ACLs), AAA security, intrusion detection, monitoring, and securing Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). Combination of lectures, demonstrations, discussions, online assignments, and hands-on labs. Preparation for security-related industry certifications.

CPC 246 Network Security II ... 5
Prerequisite: CPC 245 or computer networking instructor permission. Second course in a series of security classes providing in-depth study of network security based on firewall security devices. Topics include router and security appliance ACLs, AAA, advanced protocols and intrusion detection, failover and system maintenance, VPNs, and device management. Combination of lectures, demonstrations, discussions, online assignments, and hands-on labs. Preparation for security-related industry certifications.

CPC 252 Designing Security for a Windows 2000 Network ... 3
Prerequisites: CPC 202, CPC 203. Preparation to meet certification requirements to become Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) or Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE). How to administer and manage large numbers of users and computers and to design and implement security. Combination of lectures, demonstrations, discussions, online assignments, and hands-on labs.

CPC 253 Designing a Windows 2000 Directory Services Infrastructure ... 3
Prerequisites: CPC 202, CPC 203. Preparation to meet certification requirements to become a Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) or Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE). How to analyze business requirements and design directory service architecture, including unified directory services such as Active Directory and Windows NT domains, connectivity between and within systems, system components and applications, and data replication such as directory and database replication. Combination of lectures, demonstrations, discussions, online assignments, and hands-on labs.

CPC 254 Designing a Windows 2000 Network Infrastructure ... 3
Prerequisites: CPC 202, CPC 203. Preparation to meet certification requirements to become a Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) or Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE). Analysis of the business requirements and design of network infrastructure. Topics include network topology, routing, IP addressing, name resolution such as WINS and DNS, virtual private networks, remote access, and telephony solutions. Combination of lectures, demonstrations, discussions, online assignments and hands-on labs.

CPC 260 UNIX Network Administration ... 3
Prerequisite: CPC 230. Introduction to basic UNIX networking concepts. Discussion of UUCP tools and techniques and continuing to Internet concepts. Issues include access methods, tools, and security.

CPC 270 BSCI-Building Scalable Internetworks... 5
Prerequisite: CPC 173 or CCNA certification. Preparation for Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP). Covers advanced routing protocol configurations such as EIGRP, OSPF, IS-IS, and BGP. Includes IP addressing scheme development and route optimization configuration. Combination of hands-on labs, lectures, and demonstrations.

CPC 271 Remote Access ... 5
Prerequisite: CPC 173 or CCNA Certification. Preparation for certification requirements for Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP). Covers modem configurations, asynchronous dialup connections, configuration of PPP, ISDN, DDR, and dialer profiles, frame relay traffic management and configuration, network performance management, IP address scaling with NAT, AAA access control configuration, and VPNs. Combination of hands-on labs, lectures, and demonstrations.

CPC 272BCMSN-Building Multi-Layer Switched Networks ... 5
Prerequisite: CPC 173 or CCNA Certification. Preparation for certification requirements for Cisco Certified Network Professional(CCNP). Covers VLANs and inter-VLAN routing, multi-layer switching and network security configuration. Combination of hands-on labs, lectures, and demonstrations.

CPC 273 Internetwork Troubleshooting ... 5
Prerequisite: CPC 270, CPC 271, CPC 272. Preparation for certification requirements for Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP). Covers how to document and baseline a network, how to use troubleshooting tools, how to troubleshoot at each layer of the OSI Model. Combination of hands-on labs, lectures, and demonstrations.

CPC 275 Implementing Secure, Converged WANs ... 5
Prerequisite: CPC 173 or CCNA Certification.  Preparation for certification requirements for Cisco Certified Network Professional.  Learn the concepts and configuration of VPNs, AAA, QoS, and wireless LANs, and how to secure remote access to corporate networks, create high availability networks, and troubleshooting skills.  Combination of hands-on labs, lectures, and demonstrations.

CPC 276 Optimized Converged Networks ... 5
Prerequisite: CPC 173 or CCNA Certification.  Preparation for certification requirements for Cisco Certified Network Professional.  Learn the concepts and configuration of Quality of Service in order to optimize converged networks.  Develop WAN-related troubleshooting skills.  Combination of hands-on labs, lectures, and demonstrations.