Description
01-26-2026
Change: refined course description.
CIS 234N: Cybersecurity and Network Defense
Prerequisite: CIS 130, MAT 142H or higher with a C or Better
Credits: 4 cr. hrs. (4 pds: 3 lec, 3 lab)
Course Description:This in-depth course focuses on the configuration, management, and advanced troubleshooting of complex network environments. Students will explore advanced routing protocols and techniques aimed at ensuring network efficiency, scalability, and reliability. Through hands-on labs and real-world scenarios, learners will gain practical experience in designing, optimizing, and maintaining enterprise-level networks. Upon completion, participants will be fully prepared to implement and manage advanced routing and switching solutions, as well as troubleshoot and secure high-performance network infrastructures.
10..25: Course description and prerequisites (from 100 to 130) changed
05.05.2025: Course title changed
6/30/2020:
CIS 234N: Cybersecurity and Network Defense
Prerequisite: CIS 130, MAT 142H or higher with a C or Better
Credits: 4 cr. hrs. (4 pds: 3 lec, 3 lab)
Course Description: This in-depth course focuses on the configuration, management, and advanced troubleshooting of complex network environments. Students will explore advanced routing protocols and techniques aimed at ensuring network efficiency, scalability, and reliability. Key topics include VLAN segmentation, advanced subnetting, and comprehensive VPN implementations—featuring both static and dynamic routing within secure VPN frameworks. Upon completion, participants will be fully prepared to implement and manage advanced routing and switching solutions, as well as troubleshoot and secure high-performance network infrastructures.