Maricopa Community Colleges  CNT140   19984-20016 
Official Course Description:   MCCCD Approval:  04/28/98
CNT140      19984-20016 L+L 4 Credit(s) 5 Period(s)
Cisco Networking Fundamentals
Emphasis on the OSI model and industry standards. Includes network topologies, IP addressing, subnet masks, basic network design and cable installation. Preparation for Cisco certification examination. Prerequisites: None.
 
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
CNT140   19984-20016 Cisco Networking Fundamentals
1. Explain networking advantages and standards. (I)
2. Explain internetworking problems and solutions and their relationship to the seven layers of the OSI Model. (II)
3. Use the binary numbering system to calculate IP addresses and subnet mask. (III)
4. Demonstrate the interaction of a MAC address and an IP address. (IV)
5. Demonstrate an understanding of how Cisco routers discover networks. (IV)
6. Explain address resolution protocols. (IV)
7. Design and install a local area network, using industry standards (IEEE, EIA/TIA, UL). (IV, V)
8. Troubleshoot LAN installation and operational problems. (VI)
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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
 
CNT140   19984-20015 Cisco Networking Fundamentals
    I. Networking Concepts
        A. Terminology
        B. Advantages of networking
        C. Network standards
      II. OSI Model
          A. Seven layers
          B. Essentials to communicate on a network
          C. Internetworking problems and solutions
          D. Bridges as solutions
          E. Advantages of routing
        III. Binary Numbering System
            A. Binary math and logic
            B. IP addresses and routing tables
            C. Subnet mask
          IV. Network Architecture
              A. MAC addressing
              B. IP addressing schemes
              C. Class of networks
              D. Subnetworks
              E. Routers
              F. Protocols
                1. Address resolution
                2. Reverse address resolution
                3. Proprietary routing
              G. Hardware for a LAN
              H. Media selection
                1. Importance and use
                2. Problems and solutions
                3. Standards (IEEE, EIA/TIA, UL)
                4. Telecommunications outlets
              I. Cabling
                1. Safety precautions
                2. Standards (IEEE, EIA/TIA, UL)
                3. Wiring
                4. Testing
            V. LAN Design and Installation
                A. Feasibility study
                B. Design of a LAN
                C. Topologies
                D. Wiring closets
                E. Data transmission
                F. Cable termination
                G. Cable installation
              VI. Cisco Troubleshooting Procedures
                  A. Initial and subsequent testing
                    1. Effects of EMI/RFI
                    2. Causes of cross talk
                  B. Safe wiring systems
                  C. Solution strategies
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