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ITOP 1102: Networking Fundamentals 

Effective date

September 2021 

Department

IT Operations 

School

Continuing Studies 
 




Description

In this course students will learn about networking protocols and infrastructure. Students will gain an understanding of the Open Systems Interconnection model, virtual LANs and WIFI concepts. Students will also compare and contrast different networking peripherals such as routers, hubs, and switches. 

Credits

2.0 

Year of study

1st Year Post-secondary 

Prerequisites

None 

Corequisites

None 

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)

Please see Program Content Guide. 

Hours

Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 20
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 10
Total Hours: 30
 

Instructional Strategies

This course will use a variety of hands on and scenario-based activities to engage students with content. For example, students will use a Cisco packet tracer to design a small network, build a VPN with a given configuration, and will troubleshoot typical network connection issues. Other learning activities may include the research of specific network-related topics, as well as group work and problem-based learning. 

Grading System

Letter Grade (A-F) 

Passing grade

 

Evaluation Plan

Type

Percentage

Assessment activity

Midterm Exam 

30 to 35 

Midterm covers material in the first half of the course 

Final Exam 

30 to 35 

Final exam  

Assignments 

30 to 40 

A number of assignments related to real world networking topics
 

Course topics

Learning resources

Network+ Guide to Networks by Jill West, Tamara Dean, and Jean Andrews 

Notes:

  • Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
  • Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
    https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
  • To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.
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