Computer Networking

Computer Networking

Instructor: Kevin Vaccaro

What you'll learn

Compare and contrast Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) and User Datagram Protocol (UDP) ports, protocols, and their purposes.
Analyze and compare common networking hardware.
Compare and contrast protocols for wireless networking.

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Taught in English

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There are 4 modules in this course

In this course, you will study the fundamental concepts involved in interconnecting devices for communications. You will also explore protocols, network hardware, and network services. The career skills acquired in this course will begin your journey into the world of networking.

At the end of the course, you will be able to: - Compare and contrast Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) and User Datagram Protocol (UDP) ports, protocols, and their purposes. - Analyze and compare common networking hardware. - Compare and contrast protocols for wireless networking. - Summarize services provided by networked hosts. - Summarize common network configuration concepts. - Compare and contrast Internet connection types, network types, and their features. Software requirements: A Linux/Unix terminal or Windows command prompt. Cisco Packet tracer, Wireshark

Welcome to Computer Networking! In this course, we will cover the topics of: Network Hardware, Protocols, and Wireless Technology. This module explores communication networks. It examines basic network hardware and communication protocols. The module provides methods for creating networks and discusses network topologies, specifically local area networks (LAN) and wide area networks (WAN).

What's included

6 videos8 readings5 assignments1 discussion prompt

6 videosTotal 33 minutes

Course Overview0 minutesPreview module
Instructor Welcome1 minute
Module 1 Introduction1 minute
OSI TCP Model8 minutes
Switch Router13 minutes
Network Topology7 minutes

8 readingsTotal 140 minutes

Syllabus10 minutes
Software Requirements10 minutes
OSI Model30 minutes
Internet Protocol Suite10 minutes
Network Switch30 minutes
Router 10 minutes
Network Topology30 minutes
Module 1 Summary10 minutes

5 assignmentsTotal 300 minutes

Module 1 Summative Assessment180 minutes
Pre-knowledge Quiz30 minutes
OSI Model Quiz30 minutes
Networks Quiz30 minutes
Network Topology Quiz30 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

Meet and Greet Discussion10 minutes

This module compares how data is sent over the internet using Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) and User Datagram Protocol (UDP). It explores how each uses an Internet Protocol (IP) address for transferring data but through different processes. The module identifies services available through network hosts.

What's included

4 videos5 readings5 assignments

4 videosTotal 33 minutes

Module 2 Introduction0 minutesPreview module
TCP and UDP9 minutes
IP Addressing10 minutes
Network Services13 minutes

5 readingsTotal 110 minutes

Transmission Control Protocol30 minutes
User Datagram Protocol10 minutes
IP Address30 minutes
Network Service30 minutes
Module 2 Summary10 minutes

5 assignmentsTotal 300 minutes

Module 2 Summative Assessment180 minutes
Pre-knowledge Quiz30 minutes
TCP and UDP Quiz30 minutes
IP Address Quiz30 minutes
Network Services Quiz30 minutes

This module investigates basics of wireless technology. It explores wireless security and the standard for information technology, specifically IEEE 802.11.

What's included

4 videos5 readings5 assignments

4 videosTotal 32 minutes

Module 3 Introduction1 minutePreview module
Wireless Technology11 minutes
Wireless Security9 minutes
IEEE9 minutes

5 readingsTotal 110 minutes

Wireless Network30 minutes
Wireless Security30 minutes
IEEE 802.1130 minutes
Module 3 Summary10 minutes
Insights from an Industry Leader: Learn More About Our Program10 minutes

5 assignmentsTotal 300 minutes

Module 3 Summative Assessment180 minutes
Pre-knowledge Quiz30 minutes
Wireless Technology Quiz30 minutes
Wireless Security Quiz30 minutes
802.11 Quiz30 minutes

This module contains the summative course assessment that has been designed to evaluate your understanding of the course material and assess your ability to apply the knowledge you have acquired throughout the course. Be sure to review the course material thoroughly before taking the assessment.

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1 assignment

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Kevin Vaccaro

Illinois Tech

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Reviewed on Feb 5, 2024

A decent basic quick introduction to networking. I had issues with a few quiz questions containing multiple correct answers with only allowing one answer.

Reviewed on Feb 4, 2025

great course but some things on the tests arn't on the wiki pages they want you to study but it gets the job done just might require some other research.

Reviewed on May 18, 2024

Great course! Nice overview of computer networking.

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