NETT 2104: MTA Networking Fundamentals
School
Continuing Studies
Description
Learn the fundamentals of local area networking and wired/wireless networks, define networks with the OSI Model, and develop an understanding of Internet Protocol, implementing TCP/IP, and networking services. Build your knowledge of wide area networks, network security, and defining network infrastructures. Students have the opportunity to write the MTA Networking Fundamentals exam at the end of the course (Exam 98-366). Prerequisite: A+ Hardware (NETT 2119) or Server Fundamentals (NETT 2113).
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Define the function of networks
- Differentiate between server-based and peer-to-peer networks
- Identify the function and characteristics of local area networks (LANs)
- Understand network addresses, including MAC and IP addresses
- Identify reserved IP addresses
- Identify the function and characteristics of wide area networks (WANs)
- Describe various WAN technologies
- Describe the history and structure of the Internet
- Differentiate between the Internet, an intranet and an extranet
- Describe the functions of VPN, firewalls and security zones
- Understand wireless networking standards and security methods
- Compare network topologies and media access methods
- Identify the seven layers of the OSI reference model
- Explain the process of data encapsulation and packet creation
- Review concepts and terms related to network traffic
- Understand the function and characteristics of network switches
- Understand the function and benefits of virtual LANs (VLANs)
- Understand the function and characteristics of routers
- Describe the routing function
- Understand network address translation (NAT)
- Identify various transmission types
- Identify the characteristics of different types of transmission media such as UTP, coax, and fiber-optic cable
- Understand twisted-pair Ethernet wiring
- Describe technologies for free-space transmission
- Identify proper cabling procedures
- Identify at which layer of the OSI and TCP models protocols operate
- Describe the structure of IP packets and Ethernet frames
- Differentiate between connection-oriented and connectionless protocols
- Describe the function and characteristics of TCP
- Describe the function and characteristics of UDP
- Explain the significance of port numbers, and list the well-known port numbers for the most common Internet protocols
- Describe the functions of Internet addressing and address types
- Describe the characteristics of IPv4 addresses
- Identify reserved address ranges in IPv4
- Identify the limitations of IPv4
- Describe the characteristics of IPv6 addresses, including the hexadecimal numbering system, address abbreviation techniques, and address types
- Identify reserved address ranges in IPv6
- Describe IPv6 subnet masks, compare IPv4 and IPv6 headers, and identify the advantages of using IPv6
- Differentiate between NetBIOS and host names
- Describe the structure and function of the DNS including domains, the domain name space, DNS server types, and DNS records
- Describe the function of Windows Internet Name Service (WINS)
- Identify the steps in the name resolution process
- Describe the function of Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
- Describe remote access tools
- Describe the function of IP Security (IPsec)
- Describe the characteristics and use of TCP diagnostic tools, including ping, tracert, pathping, telnet, ipconfig and netstat
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 30
Total Hours: 30
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Course topics
- Section 1: Intro to Networking
- Section 2: Network Hardware
- Section 3: Protocols and Services
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.