Page 185 of Cochise College 2005-2006 Catalog by Cochise College Arizona

184 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS CIS 262 NETWORK SUPPORT AND TROUBLESHOOTING (4) Prerequisite(s): CIS 232 and CIS 260 and either CIS 128 or CIS 236 or completion of CNT 140 and CNT 150 (listed coursework must be completed with a C or better) This is a course designed for individuals who intend to support a network. Topics will include installation of network operating software, LAN diagnostic utilities, client software installation and configuration, adaptor card installation and configuration, common network physical and data link layer troubleshooting, bridging and routing, and application configuration problems. This is the capstone course for the networking program and should be taken during the final semester of the Networking degree or certificate program. 3 hours lecture; 3 hours laboratory. CIS 265 IMPLEMENTING INTERNET/INTRANET FIREWALLS (4) Prerequisite(s): CIS 161 or permission of the instructor. This course provides an examination of firewalls in context with the other elements needed for an effective defensive perimeter around a local area network (LAN). The class will include coverage of various installation techniques, how to decide on firewall technology, and firewall troubleshooting. There will be a variety of hands-on exercises and case studies to reinforce the key concepts covered during the course. 3 hours lecture; 3 hours laboratory. CIS 266 IMPLEMENTING OPERATING SYSTEM SECURITY (4) Prerequisite(s): CIS 128, CIS 129, CIS 161, and CIS 236 or permission of the instructor. This course provides hands-on experience in securing the Linux and Windows operating systems. Coverage includes networking and security utilities (both command line and graphical), as well as the knowledge to design and implement an effective security strategy in a network environment. There will be a variety of hands-on exercises and case studies to reinforce the key concepts covered during the course. 3 hours lecture; 3 hours laboratory. CIS 268 TECHNICAL PRESENTATIONS (3) Prerequisite(s): CIS 116 or CIS 120. Recommended: Student should have strong background in at least one application software, i.e., word processing, etc. A study of the principles of effective communication skills integrating the latest electronic graphic technology in order to prepare and deliver state-of-the-art business and technical speeches. Business speech course or equivalent is suggested prior to enrolling. 3 hours lecture. CIS 269 HARDENING THE INFRASTRUCTURE (4) Prerequisite(s): CIS 128, CIS 161, and CIS 236 or permission of the instructor. This course provides students already possessing fundamental knowledge in information security the opportunity to develop integrated security strategies for networks consisting of multiple operating systems. Coverage of this course includes advanced transmission control protocol/Internet protocol (TCP/IP), IP packet structure and analysis, and discussion on how hackers try to break into a network. There will be a variety of hands-on exercises and case studies to reinforce the key concepts covered during the course. 3 hours lecture; 3 hours laboratory. CIS 270 SYSTEMS ANALYSIS (3) Prerequisite(s): CIS 120 with a grade of C or better. A study of structured methods used to analyze both existing and proposed information systems and projects; incorporating various software, techniques and methodologies. 3 hours lecture; 3 hours lab. * Indicates laboratory or studio fees Indicates course may be offered online

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