CTS 131 - Networking 2

4 credit hours - Three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory weekly; one term.
Formerly CSI 158 - Networking 2

Explore switching concepts such as VLAN and trunking technologies. Configure and troubleshoot a small switched network. Explain how vulnerabilities can be mitigated to enhance network security. Learn the purpose and operation of routing concepts. Explain the benefits and operations of DHCP. Discuss network concepts such as WLANs, LAN redundancy and link aggregation. Lab fee $5.

Prerequisite(s): CTS 130 with a grade of “C” or better or permission of department chair.

Note: Typically offered at MC, AM, and OL; fall and spring terms.

Course Outcomes:

Explain the purpose of VLANs and trunking.
Implement security best practices to mitigate LAN attacks.
Describe how routers make forwarding decisions.
Explain DHCP operation.
Identify WLAN, LAN redundancy and link aggregation technologies.