Oct 23, 2026  
2026-2027 Academic Catalog 
    
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
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CNET 2101 - Introduction to Networks


Credits: 3

Catalog Description
This course introduces the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and computer networks. The principles of IP addressing and fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations are introduced to provide a foundation for the curriculum. By the end of the course, students will be able to build simple LANs, perform basic configurations for routers and switches, and implement IP addressing schemes.

Prerequisite(s) (must have a grade of C or better): Completion of CNET 1001  & CNET 1100  or CSCI 1101  or CSCI 1106    
Additional fee to student: No

Learner Outcomes
  1. Describe the devices and services used to support communications in data networks and the Internet.
  2. Describe the role of protocol layers in data networks.
  3. Describe the importance of addressing and naming schemes at various layers of data networks in IPv4 and IPv6 environments.
  4. Design, calculate, and apply subnet masks and addresses to fulfill given requirements in IPv4 and IPv6 network.
  5. Build a simple Ethernet network using routers and switches.
  6. Use Cisco command-line interface (CLI) commands to perform basic router and switch configurations.

Major Areas of Course Content
  1. Exploring the Network
  2. Configuring a Network Operating System
  3. Network Protocols and Communications
  4. Network Access
  5. Ethernet
  6. Network Layer
  7. Transport Layer
  8. IP Addressing
  9. Subnetting IP Networks
  10. Application Layer

Credit for Prior Learning Options
No credit for prior learning option is available for this course.



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