May 28, 2026  
2026-2027 Catalog 
    
2026-2027 Catalog

CIA 210 - Advanced Networking Practices


Credit Hours: 3
Billable Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites: CIS 209  
Session Cycle: WI

This course will cover concepts and functions of networks and related business technology. The course includes a description of equipment, networking procedures, and protocols. It will also include a review of installing, configuring, and troubleshooting a computer network. Students will also cover essential concepts in contemporary networking, such as TCP/IP, Ethernet, wireless transmission, and security. The course will prepare students for selecting the best network design, hardware, and software for the environment.

Notes: Business Division

Theory Hours: 45

Learning Outcomes:  

  1. Define a network.

Applies to Computer Information Systems: Cybersecurity and Information Assurance, A.A.S.  Outcome D.

  2. Describe the common elements in a network.

Applies to Computer Information Systems: Cybersecurity and Information Assurance, A.A.S.  Outcome D.

  3. Describe the different types of networks.

Applies to Computer Information Systems: Cybersecurity and Information Assurance, A.A.S.  Outcome D.

  4. Define networking standards and where to find them.

Applies to Computer Information Systems: Cybersecurity and Information Assurance, A.A.S.  Outcome D.

  5. Describe TCP/IP, IPv4, IPv6, DNS, and application layer protocols.

Applies to Computer Information Systems: Cybersecurity and Information Assurance, A.A.S.  Outcome D.

  6. Define network topologies and Ethernet Standards.

Applies to Computer Information Systems: Cybersecurity and Information Assurance, A.A.S.  Outcome D.

  7. Describe networking hardware.

Applies to Computer Information Systems: Cybersecurity and Information Assurance, A.A.S.  Outcome D.

  8. Define LAN, WAN, PAN, MAN, and remote connectivity.

Applies to Computer Information Systems: Cybersecurity and Information Assurance, A.A.S.  Outcome D.

  9. Describe Wireless networking.

Applies to Computer Information Systems: Cybersecurity and Information Assurance, A.A.S.  Outcome D.

  10. Describe Networking Operating Systems.

Applies to Computer Information Systems: Cybersecurity and Information Assurance, A.A.S.  Outcome D.

  11. Define network security and what that means.

Applies to Computer Information Systems: Cybersecurity and Information Assurance, A.A.S.  Outcome D.

  12. Define network integrity and availability.

Applies to Computer Information Systems: Cybersecurity and Information Assurance, A.A.S.  Outcome D.