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Fall 2026
Jul 31, 2026
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IST 201 - Introduction to Networks
This course covers the architecture, structure, functions and components of the Internet and other computer networks. Students achieve a basic understanding of how networks operate and how to build simple local area networks (LAN), perform basic configurations for routers and switches, and implement Internet Protocol (IP).
3.000 Credit hours
2.000 Lecture hours
3.000 Lab hours

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Levels: Credit
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Computer Technology Department

Course Attributes:
OFFERED FALL TERM ONLY

Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Fields of Study (Major, Minor, or Concentration):
      Cert CISCO Network Assoc
      Computer Technology
      Cybersecurity
      Cybersecurity (Tracking)
      IT Project Management
      Network Systems Management
      Networking

Prerequisites:
( ( SAT Critical Reading 480) or ( ACT English 19 and ACT Reading 19) or ( Multiple Measures English 1) or ( Writing Sample ENG101 1 or WS ENG101 with Lab 1 or Writing Sample ENG155 1) or (Credit level ENG 155 Minimum Grade of C or Credit level ENG 155 Minimum Grade of TC or Credit level ENG 101 Minimum Grade of C or Credit level ENG 101 Minimum Grade of TC) ) and (Credit level MAT 101 Minimum Grade of C or Credit level MAT 101 Minimum Grade of TC or Credit level MAT 110 Minimum Grade of C or Credit level MAT 110 Minimum Grade of TC or Multiple Measures Math 1 or New SAT Mathematics 500 or ACT Math 19)

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