CPET 281 - Local Area Networks and Management

A study of issues in local area network (LAN) planning, design, installation, and management. Topics include LAN components and protocols, topologies and network architecture, network system hardware consideration, LAN design and network layout, wiring and installation, network operating systems, network servers, connection and services for clients, network system administration and management. Other topics may include LAN applications, performance tuning, disaster recovery, hybrid networking environment and integration, network monitoring tools, and network management tools. Laboratory experiences include Microsoft Windows NT and UNIX.

Preparation for Course
P: CPET 181 or equivalent; C: 355 or CS 274.

Cr. 3.