CSCI 346: Introduction to Computer Networks and Network Management
Prerequisites: CSCI 111
Catalog Description:
This course is an introduction to basic knowledge of networking technologies and network management concepts, including major network operating systems, communication protocols, and the supporting network hardware and software. The course emphasizes the hand-on experience of network management in a laboratory environment. 2.0 hours discussion, 2.0 hours activity. Formerly CSCI 178.
Course Objectives:
The objectives are for the students to:
Understand the basic concepts of computer networks and network management,
Understand how computer network functions; including networking hardware, NOS(Network Operating Systems), network protocol architecture,
Configure/manage/troubleshoot a desktop NOS.
Course Outcomes:
Students shall be able to:
Recognize the functions of OSI protocol layers,
Understand/contrast the protocol architectures such as OSI and TCP/IP,
Understand existing LAN(Local Area Network) technologies,
Configure/manage the networking features of Microsoft Windows OS,
Maintain/troubleshoot Microsoft Windows workstations; networking setups, user management, sharing resources, troubleshooting hardware/software problems.
Class/Laboratory schedule:
One hundred minutes a week lecture
One hundred minutes a week laboratory activity
Accreditation Category Content:
This course embodies a significant portion of (a) Theoretical Foundations and (b) Problem Analysis.
Topic
Percentage
Hours
Algorithms
25%
15
Data Structures
5%
3
Software Design
25%
15
Concepts of Programming
5%
3
Computer Organization and Architecture
40%
24
Relationship of Course to Program Objectives:
This course supports the achievement of the following program objectives:
All students will be able to analyze and solve computing problems, or problems in related areas, and to continually upgrade their knowledge and skills.
Those graduates who pursue careers as computing professionals will have skills to use and design new and innovative systems that meet society's needs.
College of Engineering, Computer
Science, & Construction Management
California State University, Chico
Chico, CA 95929-0003
530-898-5963 webmaster@ecst.csuchico.edu
