Overview
Computer Science 604: Enterprise Computer Networks is designed to provide you with systematic knowledge of computer networking; teach you advanced technologies for designing, implementing, managing enterprise-wide computer networks; and inspire you to explore the exciting domain of computer networking research.
This comprehensive course is divided into two parts: foundational knowledge and advanced research. It begins with fundamental concepts and theories, ensuring that even those with limited prior exposure to computer networks can grasp the essentials. You will gain the expertise needed to pass the CompTIA Network+ certification exam.
Additionally, this course serves as the cornerstone for numerous other courses, such as distributed computing and cloud computing. It not only examines both theoretical and technical issues, but also provides students with some real-world experience of enterprise-wide networking and network management.
Outline
Part I: The Fundamentals of Computer Networking
- Module 1: Introduction to Networking
- Module 2: Infrastructure and Documentation
- Module 3: Addressing
- Module 4: Protocols
- Module 5: Cabling
- Module 6: Wireless Networking
- Module 7: Network Architecture
- Module 8: Segmentation
- Module 9: Wide Area Networking
- Module 10: Risk Management
- Module 11: Security in Network Design
- Module 12: Performance and Recovery
Part II: Research on Advanced Topics of Computer Networking
- Workshop 1: Research Proposal Presentation
- Workshop 2: Research Paper Presentation
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, you should be able to
- analyze state-of-the-art real-world enterprise-wide networks.
- design, build, and implement advanced enterprise-wide computer networks.
- manage, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain typical enterprise-wide computer networks.
- effectively communicate course work in writing and oral presentations.
- gain research skills, especially online collaborative research.
- successfully apply your knowledge to conduct research on advanced computer networking issues.
Evaluation
To receive credit for COMP 604, you must achieve a course composite grade of at least B− (70 percent). You must also complete and achieve a minimum grade of 70 percent on each activity. The weighting of the course composite grade is as follows:
| Activity | Weight |
| Assignment 1: CompTIA Network+ N10-008 Post-Assessment Quiz | 40% |
| Assignment 2: Research Proposal Presentation | 20% |
| Assignment 3: Research Paper | 30% |
| Assignment 4: Research Paper Presentation | 10% |
| Total | 100% |
Materials
Digital course materials
Links to the following course materials will be made available in the course:
West, J. (2022). CompTIA Network+ guide to networks (9th ed.). Cengage Learning.