Advanced Network Administration
CIT 41500/ 3 Cr.
In this course students learn advanced concepts of installing, configuring, and securing various types of network servers including enterprise, Web, and mail servers. The course also covers the documentation of network systems infrastructure and the testing of hardware and software network components.
- Available Online: Yes
- Credit by Exam: No
- Laptop Required: Yes
Prerequisites/Co-requisites:
P: CIT 35600.
Software
- Windows
- Linux/UNIX
Outcomes
Course Outcomes (What are these?)
- Master the concepts of advanced network administration (CIT c, j, m)
- Setup network security on servers (CIT c, j, m)
- Install, configure and maintain Active Directory (CIT c, j, m)
- Install, configure and maintain mail servers (CIT c, j, m)
- Install, configure and maintain web servers (CIT c, j, m)
- Install, configure and maintain DNS servers (CIT c, j, m)
- Embrace emerging network technologies and standards (CIT c, h, j, m)
CIT Student Outcomes (What are these?)
(c) An ability to design, implement, and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs.
(h) Recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in continuing professional development.
(j) An ability to use and apply current technical concepts and practices in the core information technologies.
(m) An understanding of best practices and standards and their application.
Topics
- Securing Your Server Environment
- Mail Server Installation and Configuration
- Web Server Installation and Configuration
- Active Directory Installation and Configuration
- Linux/UNIX File System Configuration
- Group Policies
- Domain Name System
- Network File System
Principles of Undergraduate Learning (PULs)
3. Integration and Application of Knowledge
4. Intellectual Depth, Breadth, and Adaptiveness