Course overview
This course aims to develop the knowledge and skills required to design, implement, and manage enterprise networks. Building upon the foundational knowledge developed in Network foundations, this course will cover advanced topics such as hierarchical LAN design models, enterprise network architectures, fabric technologies, and Software Defined Networking. It will also cover Layer 2 protocols, Layer 2 redundancy, Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP), Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), and an introduction to Border Gateway Protocol (BGP). This course aligns with the intent of the program to develop networking professionals.
- Network Design Fundamentals
- Network Routing Design
- Software Defined Networking
Course learning outcomes
- Demonstrate the ability to configure and troubleshoot spanning-tree, link aggregation, first hop redundancy, link-state, and distance-vector protocols.
- Evaluate network hardware based on performance and operational requirements.
- Apply network design models, architectures, and best practices used in the industry to design enterprise level networks.
- Document enterprise network designs, IP Addressing Schemes, and configurations.
- Design and develop a network controller in an Software Defined Networking environment to control path and packet manipulation.
Degree list
The following degrees include this course