Skagit Valley College

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 Course Title:   Computer Networking I

 Title Abbreviation:   COMPUTER NETWORKING I

 Department:    CIS

 Course #:    221

 Credits:    5

 Variable:     No

 IUs:    5

 CIP:    110301

 EPC:    514

 REV:    2021


 Course Description  

Introduction to computer networks. Includes study of LAN and WAN connectivity methods, physical and logical network models, network operating systems, methods for transmitting information, networking standards and standards organizations, and network client configuration.

 Prerequisite  

Prerequisite: CIS 104 and CIS 105 with a "D" or higher.

Additional Course Details

Contact Hours (based on 11 week quarter)

Lecture: 55

Lab: 0

Other: 0

Systems: 0

Clinical: 0


Intent: Distribution Requirement(s) Status:  

Vocational Preparatory Required for ATA degree  

Equivalencies At Other Institutions

Other Institution Equivalencies Table
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Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, the student will be able to:

  1. Understand various methods of data communication.
  2. Understand the major standards organization models.
  3. Understand physical and logical network design considerations.
  4. Understand network communications hardware.
  5. Understand differences in physical media.
  6. PROGRAM OUTCOME: Know how to install and configure current popular network and client operating systems.

General Education Learning Values & Outcomes

Revised August 2008 and affects outlines for 2008 year 1 and later.

Course Contents

  1. Introduction to network hardware components.
  2. Introduction to data communication methods for WAN connectivity.
  3. Introduction to network protocols and logical models.
  4. Characteristics of a networked system.
  5. Introduction to standards and standards organizations.
  6. Networking alternatives.
  7. Network operating systems and client software.