NET 144 Network Design and Support

Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 3
Credits: 4

The fourth course in a four-part sequence introduces students to network design processes using a large enterprise network and a medium-sized network. Students follow a standard design process to expand and upgrade each network, which includes requirements gathering, proof-of-concept, and project management. Lab exercises provide practical hands-on experience.

Prerequisite: CIS 101 with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Student Learning Outcomes:

Gather customer requirements.
Design a simple Internetwork using Cisco technology.
Create an equipment list to meet LAN design requirements.
Create and present a proposal to a customer.
Install and configure a prototype Internetwork.

Content Outline

Introducing Network Design Concepts
Gathering Network Requirements
Characterizing Existing Network
Identifying Application Impacts
Creating the Network Design
IP Addressing Scheme for the New Design
Prototyping the New Network to Validate Design
Preparing the Proposal