Computer Networking Technology (CNT)

In this course, students will explore the fundamentals of networking, including the role of network devices, various applications and protocols, basic diagnostics and troubleshooting as well as foundational security considerations. Students will also provide, calculate, and assign Internet Protocol (IP) addresses and explore how physical, data link, and network layers work together to provide connectivity. This course aligns to Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Networking certification. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6; Academic Math Level 3

In this course, students learn to install, configure, and administer the Microsoft Windows Client operating system in a standalone, workgroup, and domain environment. Topics covered include configuring file systems, security, and network settings. Students will learn troubleshooting techniques and industry standards for deployment. A basic understanding of Windows operating systems and networking principles is required. The title of this course was previously Administering Microsoft Windows Client Operating Systems. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6; Academic Math Level 2 Level II Prerequisite: CST 160 minimum grade "C" is highly recommended for students who have no prior experience with Computer Security.

In this course, students are introduced to the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. The principles and structure of internet protocol (IP) addressing and the 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 local area networks (LANs), perform basic configurations for routers and switches, and implement IP addressing schemes. This is the first course in the CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA) curriculum at WCC and helps students prepare for a portion of the CCNA certification examination. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6

In this course, students learn to administer Microsoft Server in a small-to-medium business environment. Topics covered include managing server roles, Internet Protocol (IP) addressing or Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Domain Name System (DNS), Active Directory, Group Policy, Storage Management, and Virtualization. An intermediate understanding of Windows operating systems and networking principles is required. The title of this course was previously Installation, Storage, and Compute - Windows Server. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6; CNT 201 minimum grade "C", may enroll concurrently

In this course, students will focus on switching technologies and router operations that support small-to-medium business networks and includes wireless local area networks (WLANs) and security concepts. Students learn key switching and routing concepts, perform basic network configuration and troubleshooting, identify and mitigate local area network (LAN) security threats, and configure and secure a basic WLAN. This is the second course in the CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA) curriculum at WCC and helps students prepare for a portion of the CCNA certification examination. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6; Academic Math Level 2; CNT 206 minimum grade "C-" may enroll concurrently

In this course, students will learn the skills and knowledge necessary to manage and maintain the core infrastructure required for a Windows Server environment. Topics include all aspects of active directory and includes initial A.D. and DNS installations, as well as creating and managing users, groups, and computers. Group policies are emphasized which include security policies, auditing, inheritance, software installations, folder redirection, logon scripts, and printer installations. Also covered are dynamic access control, trusts, sites, certificate server, and delegation. The title of this course was previously Identity with Windows Server 2016. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6

In this course, students gain the skills necessary to configure and troubleshoot enterprise networks, and learn to identify and protect against cybersecurity threats utilizing wide area network (WAN) technologies and quality of service (QoS) mechanisms for secure remote access. Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation (ENSA) also introduces software-defined networking, virtualization, and automation concepts that support the digitalization of networks. Students are also introduced to network management tools and learn key concepts of software-defined networking, including controller-based architectures and how application programming interfaces (APIs) enable network automation. This is the third course in the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) curriculum at WCC and helps students prepare for a portion of the CCNA certification examination. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6; CNT 216 minimum grade "C-" or equivalent

In this course, students will configure, manage, and maintain Windows Server workloads in on-premises, hybrid, and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) platforms. Topics include integrating Windows Server environments with Azure services and managing Windows Server in on-premises networks. Additionally, students will deploy, package, secure, update, and configure Windows Server workloads using on-premises, hybrid, and cloud technologies. Administrative tools and technologies such as Windows Admin Center, PowerShell, Azure Arc, Azure Policy, Azure Monitor, Azure Automation Update Management, Microsoft Defender for Identity, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, and IaaS virtual machine (VM) administration will be used in this course. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6; CNT 211, minimum grade "C-"

In the Network Automation course participants develop workforce readiness skills and build a foundation for success in automation-related careers and degree programs. Participants will learn, apply, and practice programming and infrastructure automation knowledge and skills through a series of in-depth hands-on experiences. This course will help learners prepare for the Cisco DEVASC certification exam. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6; CIS 120 minimum "C-"; CNT 226 minimum grade "C-"; CPS 141, minimum grade "C-"

In this course, students will be introduced to various tools and concepts associated with network forensics, including protocol and services monitoring, event detection and the analysis of network packet capture files. Network topologies examined include enterprise, local area network (LAN), wide-area network (WAN) and wireless configurations, and the use of forensics tools for end-point analysis. Students will perform configuration, monitoring and troubleshooting of various network services and after-event analysis of network intrusions. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6; CSS 210 or CNT 216, minimum grade "C"