Undergraduate - Herzing University

IS 284 Routers and Switches IThis course introduces part one of concepts and procedures required to utilize industry-standard switches and routers in multi-protocol internetworks. Topics include: exploring router components and their function; configuring routers according to the industry-standard operating system(OS); routing fundamentals in a subnetted network infrastructure; and LAN design technologies. The class focuses on the TCP/IP protocol suiteand IP addressing in regards to function and importance in a routed environment. Routing protocol basics, such as static and dynamic routingtechniques, are covered with extensive labs and hands-on exercises. The class goes into detail concerning the design and usage of accesscontrol lists to enhance network security and control the flow of traffic across routed networks. 4.00 credit hours. Prerequisite: IS 112 ComputerNetworks or IS 185 Computer Architecture and Troubleshooting I.IS 286 Routers and Switches IIThis course is a continuation of the Routers and Switches I course and is based on current industry standards. The focus of the course willcover topics such as: switching basics; intermediate routing; introduction to VLSM (variable length subnet masking); scaling IP addresses; routeflapping; RIP version 2; Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol implementation; switching concepts in regards to LAN design; VLANconfiguration; and VLAN trunking techniques. The class also explores the leading industry standards associated with WAN communicationtechnologies and design such as ISDN, PPP, and Frame Relay operations. 4.00 credit hours. Prerequisite: IS 284 Routers and Switches I.IS 289 Applied Routers and SwitchesThis course reinforces academic knowledge and advanced routing and switching concepts and emphasizes the importance of the critical natureof self- assessment, giving students hands-on experience. The course introduces students to advanced concepts in router and switch designand configurations. Topics include: supernetting; VLSM; subnetting; VLANs; interVLAN routing; access lists; technical drawing; troubleshootingnetworks with routers and switches; and integrating Cisco routers and switches into a Windows networking environment. 4.00 credit hours.Prerequisite: IS 286 Routers and Switches II.IS 292 Linux Application ServerThis course is a study of intermediate to advanced topics regarding Linux server-based applications. Topics include advanced Linux systemadministration, using Linux as an e-mail server, FTP server, database server, web server, and news server. Topics will also discuss implementingLinux services including DHCP, DNS, NIS, firewall, and network security. 4.00 credit hours. Prerequisite: IS 112 Computer Networks.IS 294 Career InternshipThis is an elective course in associate’s degree programs that students take in their final semester. The career internship course is designed forstudents interested in pursuing a career in a variety of computer science, information, or network technology-related studies. The outcome ofthe internship is an informed student fully apprised of the opportunities his/her degree program offers for professional growth. During theinternship phase of training, the student will experience various aspects of working in the actual field in which the student has been educated.The internship is designed to provide the student with the opportunity to experience and participate in duties typical of a contemporaryworkplace setting. Student learning will center on observing experienced personnel as well as participating in actual hands-on proceduresunder close supervision of trained professionals. 4 credit hours. Prerequisite: Final semester, program GPA of 2.50 and PD 214 AS/AAS/BS/Diploma Internship Preparation.IS 312 C# ProgrammingThis course provides an introduction to programming in C#. Topics include: net framework; C# language fundamentals; creating objects in C#;implementing object-oriented programming techniques, windows form, and controls; using ADO.NET to access data; using XML Web service;and creating applications. 4.00 credit hours. Prerequisite: IS 207 Object-Oriented Programming 2.IS 316 Programming in LinuxThis course presents shell programming in a Linux environment using the Bourne and Bash shells. Topics include: Linux tools and utilities;interactive command line programs; programming using constructs, variables, commands, and functions; and debugging processes. 4.00 credithours. Prerequisite: IS 103 Programming Logic.IS 317 C++ ProjectThis course focuses on the development of an application using C++. Topics include user interfaces, database access, current object libraries,good programming practices, development environment, testing, deploying, and supporting C++ applications. 3.00 credit hours. Prerequisite:IS 213 C++ Programming.IS 320 Client-Side Website DevelopmentThis course provides instruction in advanced client-side Web authoring including the design and implementation of Web pages and websitesusing popular layout and graphics tools. Topics include: creating websites and Web pages; working with HTML, links, and URLs; managingimages and text; working with tables, forms, frames, and colors; using cascading style sheets (CSS), layers, and JavaScript; and managingwebsites. Graphics topics include: creating canvases and paths; working with drawing tools and text; and using image mapping, animationfeatures, and imported files. 4.00 credit hours. Prerequisite: IS 108 Internet Foundation.UNDERGRADUATE Course descriptions 415