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CIT 213 Networking Technologies

CIT 213 -  Networking Technologies  

Credit Hours: 4, Contact Hours: 5

Division: Business

This course covers the knowledge and skills needed to troubleshoot, configure, and manage wired and wireless networks. The OSI model will be studied and identified to better enhance the understanding of how various parts work together. Included is an in-depth study of TCP/IP and the characteristics for maintaining a network and ensuring its security. Cloud computing and virtualization technologies will also be introduced. This course maps to the CompTIA Network+ certification exam objectives. Group 2 course. Critical Thinking - Direct.

CIT 213 - Networking Technologies

https://catalog.nmc.edu/course-outlines/cit-213/

Course Description This course covers the knowledge and skills needed to troubleshoot, configure, and manage wired and wireless networks. The OSI model will be studied and identified to better enhance the understanding of how various parts work together. Included is an in-depth study of TCP/IP and the characteristics for maintaining a network and ensuring its security. Cloud computing and virtualization technologies will also be introduced. This course maps to the CompTIA Network+ certification exam objectives. Group 2 course. Credit Hours 4 Contact Hours 5 Lecture Hours 3 Lab Hours 2 General Education Outcomes supported by this course Critical Thinking - Direct Course Learning Outcomes Knowledge: Summarize contemporary Networking concepts. Identify tools used in Network Troubleshooting. Explain troubleshooting methodologies used in problem solving. Identify networking best practices. Application: Implement networking concepts used in Business. Recommend tools used to troubleshoot networks. Integration: Integrate networking concepts in real-world situations. Human Dimension: Discuss the importance of presenting themselves in a non-threatening manner. Work with others to achieve a desired outcome. Caring - Civic Learning: Explore how their role has a direct impact on the productivity of others. Discuss ethical dilemmas related to technology. Learning How to Learn: Seek out solutions to problems on their own.

CIT 160 - Cisco Internetworking I

https://catalog.nmc.edu/course-outlines/cit-160/

Course Description This course, in conjunction with CIT 161 and CIT 260 provides the necessary preparation to pass the Cisco CCNA Routing & Switching Exam (Cisco Certified Network Associate). The following topics are covered in detail: router configuration, static and dynamic routing, VLANs, ACLs, DHCP, and NAT. This course utilizes the Cisco Networking Academy "CCNA Routing and Switching: Routing and Switching Essentials" curriculum and integrates online curriculum, classroom activities, hands-on lab exercises, and group projects. Group 2 course. Credit Hours 3 Contact Hours 4 Lecture Hours 2 Lab Hours 2 Recommended Prerequisites or Skills Competencies CIT 213 General Education Outcomes supported by this course Critical Thinking - Direct Course Learning Outcomes Knowledge: Describe the mechanics of internetworking protocol layers, devices, subnets, and addressing in IPv4 and IPv6 networks. Application: Engineer simple Ethernet networks. Integration: Analyze the required components of various IT careers. Problem-solve independently. Human Dimension: Collaborate as team members and leaders using soft skills to achieve desired outcomes. Caring - Civic Learning: Build robust networks to benefit the rest of the IT team. Reflect on how their role within an organization and community impact the productivity of others. Learning How to Learn: Acknowledge that technology is constantly changing requiring new skillsets. Apply their knowledge to future certification exams.

CIT 215 - Windows Server Environment

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Course Description In this course students will learn about the latest Windows Server operating system. Students will install many server roles and features. Concepts studied include remote administration, storage, virtualization, Windows Containers, Windows Server Update Services, and high-availability. Students will have an opportunity to work with different types of server installations. Windows PowerShell and Hyper-V will also be introduced. This course maps to the Microsoft 70- 740 Installation, Storage and Compute with Windows Server 2016 certification exam. Group 2 course. Credit Hours 3 Contact Hours 4 Lecture Hours 2 Lab Hours 2 Required Prerequisites CIT 213 or instructor permission. General Education Outcomes supported by this course Critical Thinking - Direct Course Learning Outcomes Knowledge: Summarize Windows Server Operating concepts. Application: Deploy the Windows Server Operating System using various methods. Configure server roles and role services. Perform management tasks using different methodologies. Configure Storage Spaces. Deploy High-Availability Solutions. Integration: Recommend different installation options based on business environments. Discuss the importance of implementing high-availability solutions in business. Recommend different ways to manage the Windows Server Operating System. Human Dimension: Recognize the importance of a network administrator's role in an organization. Self-evaluate the need to specialize or be a generalist in technology. Work with others to achieve a desired outcome. Caring - Civic Learning: Explore how their role has a direct impact on the productivity of others. Explore ethical dilemmas related to technology. Learning How to Learn: Recognize the importance of staying updated on technology. Seek out solutions to problems on their own.

CIT 240 - Network Security Management

https://catalog.nmc.edu/course-outlines/cit-240/

Course Description This course covers the knowledge and skills required to install and configure systems to secure applications, networks, and devices while supporting the principles of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Additional topics include threat analysis and mitigation, risk assessments, and compliance. Course content is mapped to the CompTIA Security+ certification exam objective. Group 2 course. Credit Hours 3 Contact Hours 4 Lecture Hours 2 Lab Hours 2 Required Prerequisites CIT 213 General Education Outcomes supported by this course Critical Thinking - Direct Course Learning Outcomes Knowledge: Summarize security threats used to compromise systems. Identify practices used to protect Information Systems. Summarize access control methods used in contemporary networks. Summarize identity management methods used in contemporary networks. Summarize cryptographic algorithms used to protect Information Systems. Application: Protect a network based on best practices. Integration: Evaluate security options based on best practices. Discuss the importance of balancing security and cost. Human Dimension: Discuss how their security practices impact those of others. Work with others to achieve a desired outcome. Caring - Civic Learning: Discuss how security is the responsibility of everyone within a business. Explore ethical dilemmas related to technology. Learning How to Learn: Recognize the importance of staying updated on technology. Seek out solutions to problems on their own.

CIT 243 - Cloud Technologies

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Course Description Students will explore cloud topics including cloud concepts, virtualization, infrastructure, resource and security management, security, and cloud system management. Cloud concepts will be explored using Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, and Google Cloud Services. This course will prepare students for the CompTIA Cloud+ certification exam. Group 2 course. Credit Hours 3 Contact Hours 3 Lecture Hours 3 Required Prerequisites CIT 213 Course Learning Outcomes Knowledge: Describe cloud concepts and models. Application: Demonstrate the skills necessary to administrate cloud solutions for business environments. Integration: Transfer concepts to production environments. Present research topics to peers. Problem-solve independently. Human Dimension: Be innovative when approaching the performance of tasks. Build interpersonal skills to collaborate with others in order to achieve desired outcomes. Caring - Civic Learning: Reflect on how their role within an organization and community impact the productivity of others. Approach ethical dilemmas with integrity. Learning How to Learn: Acknowledge that technology is constantly changing requiring new skillsets. Apply their knowledge to future certification exams.

CIT 246 - Windows Server Infrastructure

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Course Description Students taking this course will learn how to setup, configure, and maintain a Windows Server Infrastructure. Topics covered include Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Domain Name Systems (DNS), Distributed File Systems (DFS), and Virtual Private Networks. This course maps to the 70-741 Networking with Windows Server 2016 certification exam. Group 2 course. Credit Hours 3 Contact Hours 4 Lecture Hours 2 Lab Hours 2 Required Prerequisites CIT 213 or instructor permission General Education Outcomes supported by this course Critical Thinking - Direct Course Learning Outcomes Knowledge: Summarize network infrastructure concepts. Application: Configure name resolution. Configure Network Policy Server (NPS). Configure remote access. Integration: Connect networking infrastructure concepts to business. Human Dimension: Discuss the importance of a network administrator's role in an organization. Work with others to achieve a desired outcome. Caring - Civic Learning: Explore how their role has a direct impact on the productivity of others. Learning How to Learn: Recognize the importance of staying updated on technology. Seek out solutions to problems on their own.

CIT 247 - Enterprise Solutions

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Course Description In this course students will gain practical experience building enterprise systems using Identity solutions. Students will study Active Directory, Group Policy, Certificate Services and Federation and access solutions. This course maps to the 70-742 Identity with Windows Server 2016 certification exam. Group 2 course. Credit Hours 3 Contact Hours 4 Lecture Hours 2 Lab Hours 2 Required Prerequisites CIT 213 or instructor permission General Education Outcomes supported by this course Critical Thinking - Direct Course Learning Outcomes Knowledge: Summarize enterprise solutions concepts. Application: Configure advanced Active Directory concepts. Integration: Discuss the importance of implementing Identity solutions. Human Dimension: See the importance of presenting themselves in a non-threatening manner. Work with others to achieve a desired outcome. Caring - Civic Learning: Explore how their role has a direct impact on the productivity of others. Discuss ethical dilemmas related to technology. Learning How to Learn: Seek out solutions to problems on their own.

CIT 256 - Linux Administration

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Course Description In this course students will take an in-depth look at Linux, focusing on proper installation, command line usage, and administration of the Operating System. Students will examine the concepts common to all Linux systems. Exploration will take the form of a practical, hands-on approach, using a mix of hands-on projects as well as web resources. This course will prepare students for the CompTIA Linux+ Exam. Group 2 course. Credit Hours 3 Contact Hours 4 Lecture Hours 2 Lab Hours 2 Required Prerequisites CIT 213 Course Learning Outcomes Knowledge: Explain the functioning of a Linux operating system. Application: Administrate a Linux operating system. Integration: Apply knowledge and skill sets to real-world situations. Problem-solve independently. Human Dimension: Collaborate as team members and leaders using soft skills to achieve desired outcomes. Caring - Civic Learning: Acknowledge that learning new technology can be disconcerting. Reflect on how their role within an organization and community impact the productivity of others. Approach ethical dilemmas with integrity. Learning How to Learn: Acknowledge that technology is constantly changing requiring new skillsets. Apply their knowledge to future certification exams.

Addendum

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