Announcement of Courses

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CREDIT, DEGREE APPLICABLE COURSES:

CREDIT, DEGREE APPLICABLE COURSES:

CNIT 30. Internet Safety (1)
Lec-1, lab-1                                  P/NP available
For all people who are users of the World Wide Web and e-mail to learn the best practices to follow to avoid common malicious invasions over the Internet. The course includes an overview of security dangers, a review of simple procedures that can be adopted by all users, and descriptions and demonstrations of protective software utilities. CSU

CNIT 70. WiFi Basics (1)
Lec-1, lab-1                                  P/NP available
Understand wireless networking for homes and small offices. An overview of important topics, including non-technical explanations, a review of currently available equipment, and system installation. A major emphasis on basic measures to protect the data and secure the system. CSU

CNIT 80X. Communications Convergence Workshops (1)
Lec-1, lab-1                                  P/NP available
Repeat: max. 3 units
Introduction of at least six communications technologies with emphasis on their contribution to the convergence of voice, data and video transmission. Technologies introduced may include among others: Fiber Optic, Wi-Fi, Voice over IP, IPTV, Routing fundamentals, Wide Area Ethernet. CSU

CNIT 100. Introduction to Computers Using PCs (3)
Lec-3, lab-3
A computer literacy course using IBM-compatible computers. Prepares students to use computers to write papers, organize information, and use e-mail. Overview of computer components, hardware and software. Fundamentals of the Windows and other operating systems and applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, and e-mail and the Internet. Students use computers to complete their class assignments. CSU/UC/CAN CSCI 2
Formerly CIS 100P.

CNIT 101. Operating Systems I - Windows (3)
Lec-3, lab-3
Repeat: max. 6 units
Advise: CNIT 100
A technical course about the Microsoft Windows operating system for students who have some computer experience. Learn techniques to manage a personal computer through the use of operating system utilities and commands. Practice setting up and customizing the interface and managing programs and data. Manage the computer system hardware. Compare several graphical user interfaces and command line interfaces. CSU
Formerly CNIT 111 or 165.

CNIT 102. Operating Systems II - Command Line (3)
Lec-3, lab-3
Advise: CNIT 101
An advanced course covering the use of the MS-DOS command line interface. This course is especially for students planning to earn a certificate in Windows or Hardware, or for advanced Windows users. Use of DOS commands and utilities. A detailed examination of batch files, CONFIG.SYS, AUTOEXEC.BAT, redirection and piping. Use of the DOS editor. CSU
Formerly CNIT 112 or 164 or CIS 164.

CNIT 102W. World Wide Web (1)
Lec-1, lab-1                               P/NP available
Introduction to the World Wide Web Internet service. Use of browsers and search tools. Create home pages. Use web browsers to access other Internet services such as email, ftp, newsgroups and telnet. CSU
Formerly CIS 102W.

CNIT 103. Computer Hardware (3)
Lec-3, conf-1, lab-2                   P/NP available
Prereq.:  CNIT 100 or 101 or 102
This course provides the knowledge and skills needed to install hardware, configure, repair, and maintain a computer system in a typical office environment.Topics include hardware components and peripherals, assembly, upgrading, and basic troubleshooting methodology. CSU
Formerly CIS 104.

CNIT 103L. Computer Hardware Lab (1)
Lab-3                                        P/NP available
Prereq.: CNIT 103
A project-oriented hands-on introduction to hardware identification, maintenance, upgrade, diagnosis, and troubleshooting. Designed to provide practice with concepts, techniques and procedures covered in CNIT 103. Teamwork will be emphasized. CSU

CNIT 104. Operating Systems Technologies (3)
Lec-3, lab-2
Prereq.: CNIT 103
This course provides the knowledge and skills to select and install system software, and to diagnose and troubleshoot system problems due to software configuration. Covers all aspects of the operating system, configuration files, drivers, and resource allocation. Topics include computer architecture and the interaction of hardware and software, documentation, command line operations, use of utilities for diagnostics and for configuration, and editing the Registry. CSU
Formerly CIS 104A.

CNIT 104L. Operating Systems Technologies Lab (1)
Lab-3                                        P/NP available
Prereq.: CNIT 104
A project-oriented hands-on introduction to the technical requirements of computer software: installation, configuration, modification, and troubleshooting. Designed to provide hands-on familiarity and practice with concepts, techniques and procedures covered in CNIT 104. Troubleshooting and teamwork will be emphasized. CSU

CNIT 105. Computer Technical Support (2)
Lec-2, conf-1, lab-2                   P/NP available
Prereq.: CNIT 104
Advise: CNIT 106 or 101 or 102
An overview of the concepts and procedures associated with operating a technical support center or help desk call center, with particular emphasis on technologies that can facilitate the work and generate statistics.  Additionally, the course will include extensive simulated and hands-on experience, role-playing, and problem solving to practice good customer service and communications skills. CSU
Formerly CIS 105.

CNIT 105L. Computer Technical Support Lab (1)
Lab-3                                          P/NP available
Advise.: CNIT 105
Introduction to hardware diagnosis and troubleshooting, software maintenance, upgrading, and problem-solving; including the opportunity to work with real Help Desk software to log calls, and, at times, real end-user problems; and to work with a variety of real hardware problems in a simulated Service Center. Designed to provide hands-on practice with hardware and software, techniques and procedures covered in CNIT 105. Teamwork will be emphasized. CSU

CNIT 106. Introduction to Networks (3)
Lec-3, lab-2                                P/NP available
Advise: CNIT 100 or 101
An analysis of technologies for connecting computers and computer related devices into networks. This course covers the terminology and the major components of networks: architecture, topologies, hardware components, connections, protocols, network operations, network administration, support, and troubleshooting. Wide Area Networks (WANs) are also covered. Follows the objectives of the CompTIA Net+ certification exam. CSU
Formerly CIS 131.

CNIT 106C. Introduction to Network Convergence (3)
Lec-3, lab-3
Advise: CNIT 100
Overview of technologies used to deliver combined telephone, LAN, WAN, wireless, voice, video, and internet protocol including interoperability methods and techniques to integrate disparate systems and technologies. Integrated data (VVID) over IP networks providing seamless and secure communications solutions for business and home. Aligned with Comp TIA convergence +certification exam. CSU

CNIT 107. Wireless LANs (3)
Lec-3                                          P/NP available
Advise: CNIT 106 or 106C or 201E or 340
Knowledge and skills needed to select, install and configure wireless networks, including: fundamentals and standards of wireless communication, installation of network access point, and installation, configuration and management of typical products. Also included: common applications, monitoring the network, security, troubleshooting, upgrade and modification. Students in this course should be familiar with LAN Technologies. CSU

CNIT 108. Wireless Networks, Advanced (3)
Prereq.: CNIT 107
Knowledge and skills to design, install, configure, manage, and maintain wireless networks, including: advanced fundamentals of wireless communication, current and developing standards and protocols, boosting signal strength, detecting and extending signals, troubleshooting common problems, monitoring the network, security issues, and research and analysis of proposed and developing security solutions. Follows the objectives for the Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA) Examination. CSU

CNIT 109. Wireless Security (3)
Lec-3, lab-3                           P/NP available
Prereq.: CNIT 106 or 120 or 107 or 108
Provides knowledge, skills, and procedures to address the wirelss attacks on a computer network, to identify and eliminate known vulnerabilities in wireless networks, and to implement solutions to protect data and to keep the systems running. Known and common attacks on wireless systems are examined and discussed, and levels of security and developing standards are examined. Follows the objectives of the Certified Wireless Security Professional (CWSP) industry certification. CSU

CNIT 120. Network Security (3)
Lec-3
Advise: CNIT 106 or 106C or 201E
Knowledge and skills required for Network Administrators and Information Technology professionals to be aware of security vulnerabilities, to implement security measures, to analyze an existing network environment in consideration of known security threats or risks, to defend against attacks or viruses, and to ensure data privacy and integrity. Terminology and procedures for implementation and configuration of security, including access control, authorization, encryption, packet filters, firewalls, and Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). CSU

CNIT 121. Computer Forensics (3)
Lec-3, lab-3                            P/NP available
Prereq.: CNIT 120
The class covers forensics tools, methods, and procedures used for investigation of computers, techniques of data recovery and evidence collection, protection of evidence, expert witness skills, and computer crime investigation techniques. Includes analysis of various file systems and specialized diagnostic software used to retrieve data. Prepares for part of the industry standard certification exam, Security+, and also maps to the Computer Investigation Specialists exam. CSU

CNIT 122. Firewalls (3)
Lec-3, lab-3                            P/NP available
Prereq.: CNIT 106 or 120
Fundamentals, techniques, and procedures to design an effective secure Internet connection using software or hardware firewalls. Discussion of types of firewalls, packet filtering, proxy servers, Intrusion Detection Systems, and Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). CSU

CNIT 123. Ethical Hacking and Network Defense (3)
Lec-3, lab-3                            P/NP available
Advise.: CNIT 106 or 106C and 120
Learn how hackers attack computers and networks, and how to protect Windows and Linux systems. Legal restrictions and ethical guidelines will be taught and enforced. Students will perform many hands-on labs, both attacking and defending, using port scans, footprinting, buffer overflow exploits, SQL injection, privilege escalation, Trojans, and backdoors. CSU

CNIT 124. Advanced Ethical Hacking (3)
Lec-3, lab-3                             P/NP available
Prereq.: CNIT 123
Advanced techniques of defeating computer security and countermeasures to protect Windows and Unix/Linux systems. Hands-on labs include Google hacking, automated footprinting, sophisticated ping and port scans, privilege escalation, attacks against telephone and Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) systems, routers, firewalls, wireless devices, Web servers, and Denial of Service attacks. CSU

CNIT 131. Internet Basics and Beginning HTML (3)
Lec-3, lab-3 .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. P/NP available
Repeat: max. 9 units
Methods of using the Internet. History, design and protocol methods used on Internet including: electronic mail, mailing lists, Usenet, connection to remote computers, file transfer, World Wide Web, basic web page creation and publishing. Additional topics include: file compression and expansion, computer security, copyright and electronic commerce, and basic Unix shell commands. CSU
Formerly CNIT 135A or CIS 135A.

CNIT 131A. XML-Extensible Markup Language (3)
Lec-3, lab-3                            P/NP available
Advise: CNIT 131
Introduction to eXtensible Markup Language (XML) and document structuring. Hands-on experience with XML documents, Document Type Definition (DTD), namespaces, schemas, data parsing with Document Object Model (DOM) and data presentation with eXtensible Style Language (XSLT), XPath and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS). CSU

CNIT 132. Intermediate HTML and XHTML (3)
Lec-3, lab-3
Advise: CNIT 131
Repeat: max. 9 units
Use of HTML to publish information on the World Wide Web, including the use of color, images, tables, and frames. Cascading Style Sheets are used to standardize the appearance of information within a page and across pages in a site. Introduction to scripting languages, Dynamic HTML, forms and CGI. Introduction to secure data transfer. Discussion of privacy, copyright, and accessibility issues. CSU
Formerly CNIT 135B or CIS 135B.

CNIT 133. Interactive Web Pages - JavaScript and AJAX (3)
Lec-3, lab-3                            P/NP available
Advise: CNIT 132
Creation of interactive Web pages using JavaScript, including properties, methods, objects, and event handlers of the Document Object Model. Creation of interactive Web pages using AJAX technologies. CSU

CNIT 134. Server Side Technologies: XML and ASP.NET (3)
Lec-3, lab-3                           P/NP available
Prereq.: CNIT 133 or CS 110A or 111A or 112A or 113A or 183B
Creation of original server-side scripts using a variety of techniques such as: (i) Extensible Markup Language (XML) and its subsets: Extensible Style Language Transformation (XSLT), XML Schemas and Web Services and (ii) ASP.NET server controls and its data access with ADO.NET. CSU

CNIT 135. E-Commerce Web Site Development (3)
Lec-3, lab-3                           P/NP available
Prereq.: CNIT 134
Provides knowledge, skills and practice to develop and implement an interactive e-commerce web site using Microsoft ASP.NET and Visual Studio.NET. Manage databases to edit, update, and retrieve information. Display a simple product catalog, implement a shopping cart and checkout process, as well as secure transactions with authentication and authorization. A team project will be assigned, where students will design and build a working site integrating the topics covered in the class. Based on material covered in CNIT 134. CSU

CNIT 150. Digital Home Technology Integration (3)
Lec-3, lab-3
Advise: CNIT 103
Basics of home networking, audio and video installation for professionals. Includes telephone and VoIP, security and surveillance systems, home control management and troubleshooting. Prepares for the CompTIA  DHTI+Certification. CSU

CNIT 190. Internet Systems Analysis and Design (3)
Lec-3
Prereq.: CNIT 106
Study of  concepts, terminology, and methods to analyze, design, implement and improve Internet-based enterprises. Techniques to analyze requirements and plan a project appropriately and implement an integrated solution. Case studies are reviewed as examples, and real-world team projects and presentations are assigned. CSU

CNIT 197. Internship and Work Experience (1)
Conf-2, work-5
Prereq.: CNIT 132 or 104and 106 or201 or 241
Coreq.: Enrollment in 7 units of coursework including this course or consent of instructor
Repeat: max. 3 units
Work experience is supervised on- or off-campus work involving the use of computers. Internship programs are joint ventures between institutions or companies in the Bay area and the Computer Networking and Information Technology Department. Students must be employed in any area including, but not limited to, help desk, hardware technician, networking technician, system administration, internet or computer operation. CSU

CNIT 198. Internship and Work Experience (2)
Conf-2, work-10
Prereq.: CNIT 132 or 104 and 106 or 240 or 201
Coreq.: Enrollment in 7 units of coursework including this course or consent of instructor
Repeat: max. 6 units
Work experience is supervised on- or off-campus work involving the use of computers. Internship programs are joint ventures between institutions or companies in the Bay area and the Computer Networking and Information Technology Department. Students must be employed in any area including, but not limited to, help desk, hardware technician, networking technician, system administration, internet or computer operation. CSU

CNIT 199. Independent Study (1-3)
Ind st-5, 10, 15
Prereq.: CNIT 104 or 202 or 132 or 241
Repeat: max. 9 units (no subject repeat)
Large-scale individual projects in Computer Networking and Information Technology to be defined in cooperation with an instructor-supervisor. The project must be in an area not covered by other course offerings. CSU

CNIT 201E. Network Fundamentals (3)
Lec-2, lab-3, conference-1
Advise: CNIT 100
Architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. Use of the OSI and TCP layered models to examine protocols and services. IP addressing and subnetting. Fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations. First course of the Cisco Networking Academy Exploration series preparing for the CCNA Certification. CSU

CNIT 202E. Routing Protocols and Concepts (3)
Lec-2, lab-3, conference-1
Prereq.: CNIT 201E
Architecture, components, and operation of routers, and principles of routing and routing protocols. Analysis, configuration, verification, and troubleshooting of the primary routing protocols RIPv1, RIPv2, EIGRP, and OSPF. CSU

CNIT 203. Switching and Routing (3)
Lec-2, conf-1, lab-3
Prereq.: CNIT 202
Configuration of advanced routing protocols (e.g. IGRP), Local Areas Networks (LANs), and LAN switching.  Design and management of advanced networks using Virtual LANs, Access Control Lists.  Third course in preparation for Cisco CCNA certification. CSU
Formerly CIS 332.

CNIT 203E. LAN Switching and Wireless (3)
Lec-2, lab-3, conference 1
Prereq.: CNIT 201E
LAN switch operation and implementation for small and large networks. Analysis, configuration, verification and troubleshooting of VLANs, Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP), VLAN thinking Protocol (VTP), Inter-VLAN routing and wireless network operations. Introduction of campus network design and Layer 3 switching concepts. CSU

CNIT 204E.  Accessing the WAN (3)
Lec-2, conf-1, lab-3
Prereq.: CNIT 202E and 203E
Wide Area Network (WAN) converged applications and quality of service (QoS). WAN technologies including PPP, Frame Relay, and broadband links. WAN?security, including types of threats, how to analyze network vulnerabilities, general methods for mitigating common security threats and types of security appliances and applications. Principles of traffic control and access control lists (ACLs). IP addressing services implementation, including NAT, DHCP and IPv6.?CSU

CNIT 205. Advanced Routing (3)
Lec-2, conf-1, lab-3
Prereq.: CNIT 204 or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Advanced routing using Cisco routers connected in local-area networks (LANs) and wide-area networks (WANs) typically found at medium to large network sites.  Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to select and implement the appropriate Cisco IOS services required to build a scalable routed network. CSU
Formerly CIS 334.

CNIT 206. Remote Access (3)
Lec-2, conf-1, lab-3
Prereq.: CNIT 204 or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Certification
Implementation of Cisco routers in Wide Area Network (WAN) applications. Selection and configuration of the appropriate Cisco Operating System (IOS) services required to build intranet remote access links such as: analog dial-up, Frame Relay, broadband and VPNs. This is the second of four courses in preparation for Cisco Network Professional (CCNP) certification. CSU
Formerly CIS 335.

CNIT 207. Multilayer Switched Networks (3)
Lec-2, conf-1, lab-3
Prereq.: CNIT 204 or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Certification
Techniques and technologies required to build campus networks using multilayer switching technologies over high speed Ethernet. Routing and switching concepts, covering both Layer 2 and Layer 3 technologies. Topics in LAN design, media types, VLANs, VLAN Trunking Protocol, ISL, 802.1Q, Spanning Tree, Inter-VLAN routing, Multilayer Switching, Flow Masks, HSRP, Multicasting, IGMP, and CGMP. Third course of the CCNP Certification. CSU

CNIT 208. Internetwork Troublshooting (3)
Lec-2, conf-1, lab-3
Prereq.: CNIT 205, 206 and 207; or the passing of the Cisco CCNP Routing, CCNP Remote Access, and CCNP Switching exams
Troubleshooting processes on Cisco Routers and Catalyst Switches. Methods to baseline and troubleshoot an environment using Cisco routers and switches for multiprotocol client hosts and servers connected with: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Token Ring, Serial, Frame Relay, and ISDN BRI. CSU

CNIT 209. Operating Juniper Routers in the Enterprise  (3)
Lec-2, lab-3, conference 1
Prereq.: CNIT 204E or demonstration of CNIT 204E exit skills
Preparation for Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate certification (JNCIA-ER, Exam JNO-342). JUNOS configuration via Command line and J-Web Interfaces. JUNOS routing policy application for Internal Gateway Routing Protocols, Packet Filtering and Router management. CSU

CNIT 210. Advanced Juniper Networks Routing in the Enterprise (3)
Lec-2, lab-3, conference-1
Advise.: CNIT 209
Preparation for Juniper Networks Certified Internet Specialist (JNCIS-ER, Exam JNO-350. JUNOS policy, BCP for enterprises, IGP conversion, Layer 2 services, Layer 3 services overview, stateful firewall and NAT/PAT, IPSec VPNs, class of service, branch office connectivity, router management. CSU

CNIT 211. Fiber Optic Technology (3)
Lec-3, lab-3
Prereq.: ET 108A or MATH 840, or demonstration of ET 108A or MATH 840 exit skills
Covers fundamental principles and hands-on application of modern fiber optic technology, preparing students to use current technology and giving them the basis required to adapt to future developments. Topics include telecommunications, optics, fiber fabrication, splicing, and termination, lasers, LEDs, detectors and optical amplifiers, optical protocols including FDDI and SONET, and network design and troubleshooting. Students will perform many hands-on labs using fiber optic cable and related equipment. CSU
CNIT 211=ELEC 211

CNIT 212. Cisco Wireless (3)
Lec-3, lab-3                           P/NP available
Prereq.: CNIT 107 or 108
Fundamentals, techniques, and procedures to design an effective Wireless Wide Area Network for a large-scale enterprise, to perform a site survey; and to select, install, configure, and modify the devices and settings to maximize performance while maintaining security. Wireless bridges, repeaters, and antennas will be installed, and wireless Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs) will be configured to provide the best security for the network. CSU

CNIT 215. Voice Over IP Fundamentals (VoIP) (3)
Lec-2, conf-1, lab-3
Prereq.: CNIT 204 or CCNA Certification
This course will cover the fundamentals of Voice over IP technologies (VoIP), as well as the convergence of voice and data networks. Configuration of Cisco Call Manager Express (CCME) architecture, router and switch hardware components needed for deploying VoIP, and the integration of the public switched telephone network into a VoIP system will be covered in a lecture and hands-on lab setting. CSU

CNIT 221. Cisco PIX Firewall and Router Security (3)
Lec-2, conf-1, lab-3
Prereq.: CNIT 204 or valid CCNA Certification
This course focuses on the overall security processes with particular emphasis on: hands on skills with Cisco PIX firewall; secure router design, installation, configuration; Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA) implementation using routers and firewalls; Intrusion Detection (IDS) implementation using routers and firewalls; and VPN implementation using routers and firewalls. CSU

CNIT 225. Advanced Security for Network System Admin. (3)
Lec-3, lab-3
Prereq.: CNIT 106 or 201 or 240
Advise: CS 260A
Knowledge, skills, and procedures to prevent cyber-attacks on a computer network, particularly to detect unauthorized access, to close known vulnerabilities, and to implement solutions to protect data and to keep the systems running. Known and common attacks on both Unix and Windows Operating Systems are examined and discussed, and defensive measures and strategies are suggested. CSU

CNIT 242. Managing Windows Networks (3)
Lec-3, conf-1
Prereq.: CNIT 240
Provides knowledge and skills required for Network Administrators and Information Technology professionals to implement, manage and troubleshoot existing network and server environments based on the Microsoft Windows platform.  These skills are generally required in medium size organizations that maintain over 200 user desktops and servers.  The course covers terminology and procedures for configuration and management of Active Directory, Domain Name Service, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Web and Intranet Services, Remote Access, and Group Policies. CSU
Formerly CIS 361.

CNIT 243. Exchange Server Administration (3)
Lec-3, conf-1                       P/NP available
Prereq.: CNIT 241
Advise: CNIT 106
Knowledge and skills needed to configure and manage communications in a Windows Server network. Includes setting up network security, remote access, Domain Name Server, DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), remote installation, connectivity and troubleshooting. Hands-on practice provided using Windows Exchange Server. CSU

CNIT 244. Windows Network Infrastructure (3)
Lec-3, conf-1
Prereq.: CNIT 240
This course covers the knowledge and skills needed to configure and manage Microsoft Windows 2000 Server. Topics include setting up network security, remote access, Domain Name Server, DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), remote installation, connectivity and troubleshooting. Hands-on practice provided using Windows. CSU
Formerly CIS 327.

CNIT 245. Internet Information Server Administration (3)
Lec-3, lab-3                            P/NP available
Prereq.: CNIT 240
Repeat: max. 8 units
The study of Internet web server installation and administration and management of its components such as FTP, SMTP and Index Server. How to set up web servers on the Internet. Students learn the skills necessary for working as web administrators in large organizations or Internet Service Providers (ISPs). CSU
Formerly CIS 324.

CNIT 246. Active Directory for Windows (3)
Lec-3
Prereq.: CNIT 240
Covers the knowledge and skills needed to design, implement administer and maintain a Microsoft Windows Active Directory database. Topics include concepts and terminology, adding and modifying users and groups, publishing resources, group policies, and security settings. CSU
Formerly CIS 328.

CNIT 248. Windows Network Services Design (3)
Lec-3
Prereq.: CNIT 240, 106, or 201
This course covers the knowledge and skills essential to designing and evaluating a Microsoft Windows networking services infrastructure. Topics include TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, WINS, NAT, Proxy Server, routing, and remote access, as related to network connectivity design. Teamwork design projects. CSU
Formerly CIS 329.

CNIT 250. Security for Windows Networks (3)
Lec-3, lab-3                             P/NP available
Advise: CNIT 240
Implementation of preventive security measures, analysis of an existing Windows network environment in consideration of security threats or risks: setting passwords and lockout features, permissions and encryption to protect resources, auditing login attempts setting, configuring authentication, encryption, and policies for remote access, using firewalls, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), and proxy servers to protect Internet connections and access to resources, and to secure the network against internal and external attacks. CSU

CNIT 251. SQL Server Administration (3)
Lec-3, lab-3                            P/NP available
Prereq.: CNIT 240
The study of the SQL Server database management system. In this advanced course, students will gain the knowledge and skills to install and configure SQL Server and manage the day-to-day administration of a client/server database in an enterprise network environment. CSU
Formerly CIS 323.

CNIT 270. Unix/Linux Network Services (3)
Lec-3, lab-3                           P/NP available
Prereq.: CNIT 106 or 201 or 240; and completion of or concurrent enrollment in CS 260A
Configuring and maintaining Unix/Linux networks and network services, including network design, adding hosts, configuring network services such as DNS, NFS, NIS, e-mail and network printing, performing software and kernel updates, routing, routing protocols, and troubleshooting. CSU

CNIT 271. Apache Web Server Introduction (1)
Lec-1, lab-1                           P/NP available
Prereq.: CS 160A and CNIT 106
Introduction to setting up and configuring the Apache Web Server. The course covers how to download and install Apache, configure CGI scripting to run scripts on the server, protect document directories with authentication, and using virtual hosting to support multiple hostnames on the same server. CSU

CNIT 272. Apache Web Server Advanced (2)
Lec-2, lab-2                           P/NP available
Advise: CNIT 131, 270, 271
Advanced class on administering the Apache Web Server. Setting up complex virtual hosting, multiple types of authentication and dynamic content, adding modules to support LAMP, optimizing server performance, web server security, including SSL, and troubleshooting. CSU

CNIT 335. Windows Vista Technical Support (3)
Lec-3, lab-3                           P/NP available
Prereq.: CNIT 101
Provides students with the knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience to install, configure, and maintain Windows Vista operating system. Course aligned with the "Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist: Windows Vista, Configuration" certificate.

CNIT 340. Managing and Maintaining Windows Server (4)
Lec-4, lab-4                           P/NP available
Advise: CNIT 101 and 106
Knowledge and skills required to manage accounts and resources, maintain server resources, monitor server performance, and safeguard data in a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 environment. Aligned with the Microsoft Certification Exam 70-290. CSU

CNIT 341. Windows Server Infrastructure (4)
Lec-3, lab-3                            P/NP available
Prereq.: CNIT 340
Provides knowledge and skills to implement, manage, and maintain a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 network infrastructure. Includes routing, DHCP, DNS, WINS, IPSec and certificates, remote access, and managing and monitoring network access. Aligned with the Microsoft Certification Exam 70-291. CSU