Computer Engineering Technology
Descriptions and Prerequisites
| CET 110 | Principles of Electricity and Electronics | 3 CR |
| Prerequisite: COMPASS reading score of 70 and a COMPASS algebra assessment of 35; or MATH 101, 110 or 118. This course is a support course for students in technically-related programs. The course is designed to provide a background in electrical/electronic test equipment as basic principles are explored. The course includes basic circuit concepts, DC and AC fundamentals, and an introduction to solid state digital circuits. No prior electrical/electronic background is necessary. [32-48-80] Lab Fee | ||
| CET 125 | Digital Logic I | 3 CR |
| This course is designed for students with no electrical background to provide an understanding of digital logic and digital logic systems. The characteristics of decision-making elements are presented along with appropriate applications. The use of the Boolean Algebra and Karnaugh Mapping is introduced and used throughout the course. [32-48-80] Lab Fee | ||
| CET 140 | Introduction to Microcomputer Architecture | 3 CR |
| Prerequisite: CP 100 or CP 101 or CET 125. The architecture and instruction set of the Intel '86 series of microprocessors is introduced and compared to the other microprocessors and microcontrollers. Programs will be written with the aid of an editor and assembler, and tested using basic interfacing techniques and I/O hardware. A microprocessor research project will be required for completion of this course. [32-48-80] Lab Fee | ||
| CET 185 | Workstation Operating System Administration | 2 CR |
| Prerequisite: COMPASS reading score of 70, or a "C" in STSK 98 or 99. This course is designed to introduce the fundamentals of administering workstation or client based operating systems. It will develop skills in the administration of both the current Microsoft Windows based environment as well as the Linux operating system. Administration skills will be developed from both the graphical user interface (GUI) as well as the command line. [24-24-48] Lab Fee | ||
| CET 206 | Configuring Microsoft Windows 7 Client | 3 CR |
| Prerequisite: department approval. This course is intended for the IT Professional who wants to become a technology specialist. A Windows 7 Technology specialist is defined as a technology specialist interested in learning about, assessing skills, using reference products, or taking exams to prove his or her knowledge/skills or experience related to Microsoft's Windows 7 technologies. 70-680. [24-48-72] Lab Fee | ||
| CET 226 | Supporting and Troubleshooting Applications on a Windows 7 Client for Enterprise Support Techs | 3 CR |
| Prerequisite: department approval. It is strongly recommended that CET 206 be taken prior to or concurrently with this course. This course covers the Windows 7 Client mapping to the Microsoft Certified IT Professional examination 70-685 for Enterprise Support Technicians. A comprehensive program of textbook, lab manual and software, the course provides everything students need to build the knowledge and skills necessary to install, support, and troubleshoot the Windows 7 Operating system. [24-48-72] Lab Fee | ||
| CET 230 | Local Area Networking I – Network+ | 3 CR |
| Prerequisite: CET 185. This course introduces the student to Local Area Network concepts and topologies, as well as data communication principles. The emphasis in this course will be on the NET+ certification objectives, peer-to-peer networks, and cabling. [32-48-80] Lab Fee | ||
| CET 235 | Cisco Networking I | 3 CR |
| Prerequisite: COMPASS reading score of 70, or a "C" in STSK 98 or 99. Networking Fundamentals - This course introduces the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. It uses the OSI and TCP layered models to examine the nature and roles of protocols and services at the application, network, data link, and physical layers. The principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations are introduced to provide a foundation for the curriculum. Labs use a “model Internet” to allow students to analyze real data without affecting production networks. Packet Tracer (PT) activities help students analyze protocol and network operation and build small networks in a simulated environment. At the end of the course, students build simple LAN topologies by applying basic principles of cabling, performing basic configurations of network devices such as routers and switches, and implementing IP addressing schemes. [22-42-64] Lab Fee | ||
| CET 236 | Cisco Networking II | 3 CR |
| Prerequisite: CET 235. Routing Protocols and Concepts - This course describes the architecture, components, and operation of routers, and explains the principles of routing and routing protocols. Students analyze, configure, verify, and troubleshoot the primary routing protocols RIPv1, RIPv2, EIGRP, and OSPF. By the end of this course, students will be able to recognize and correct common routing issues and problems. Students complete a basic procedural lab, followed by basic configuration, implementation, and troubleshooting labs in each chapter. Packet Tracer activities reinforce new concepts, and allow students to model and analyze routing processes that may be difficult to visualize or understand. [24-42-64] Lab Fee | ||
| CET 240 | Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Configuration | 3 CR |
| Prerequisite: it is strongly recommended that CET 226 be taken prior to or concurrently with this course. Focusing on Active Directory in Windows Server 2008, this course covers configuring, managing, and supporting user and computer accounts, groups, Domain Name System zones and client settings; group policy objects; the new Active Directory Lightweight Directory Service and Active Directory Rights Management Service; backup and recovery; and communication security. This course maps to the Microsoft Certified IT Professional examination 70-640. [24-48-72] Lab Fee | ||
| CET 242 | Configuring Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure | 3 CR |
| Prerequisite: it is strongly recommended that CET 240 be taken prior to or concurrently with this course. Focusing on Windows Server 2008 networking, this course covers configuring remote access, Network Access Protection (NAP), network authentication, IPv4 and IPv6 addressing, and Domain Name System (DNS) replication; capturing performance data and monitoring event logs; and managing file and print services. This course maps to the Microsoft Certified IT Professional examination 70-642. [24-48-72] Lab Fee | ||
| CET 246 | Windows Server Administration | 3 CR |
| Prerequisite: CET 242. Focusing on Windows Server 2008 administration, this course covers planning server roles; maintaining server security; planning data storage, network load balancing, and server backups; managing software deployment and versioning; monitoring IPv6, server performance and capacity, and Active Directory replication; scheduling server deployments; and designing a rollback contingency plan. This course maps to the Microsoft Certified IT Professional examination 70-646. [24-48-72] Lab Fee | ||
| CET 247 | Configuring Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure | 3 CR |
| Prerequisite: it is strongly recommended that CET 246 be taken prior to or concurrently with this course. Focusing on Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure technologies, this course covers Terminal Services, Web Services infrastructure and security, Media Server, Microsoft Windows SharePoint Services server options, File Server, Print Services, network maintenance, and Simple Network Management Protocol. This course maps to the Microsoft Certified IT Professional examination 70-643. [24-48-72] Lab Fee | ||
| CET 248 | Windows Server Enterprise Administration | 3 CR |
| Prerequisite: it is strongly recommended that CET 247 be taken prior to or concurrently with this course. Focusing on Windows Server 2008 enterprise administration, topics include planning networks and application services; designing core identity and access management components; planning for migrating, upgrading, and restructuring domains and forests; implementing PKI; and designing virtualization strategy. This course maps to the Microsoft Certified IT Professional examination 70-647. [24-48-72] Lab Fee | ||
| CET 249 | Microsoft ISA Server | 3 CR |
| Prerequisite: it is strongly recommended that CET 248 be taken prior to or concurrently with this course. ISA Server is a robust application layer firewall that provides organizations with the ability to secure critical business infrastructure from the exploits and threats of the modern computing world. ISA's ability to act as an edge firewall, a Virtual Private Networking solution, a reverse proxy server, or a content caching device give it unprecedented flexibility and position it as a valuable security tool for many types of organizations. This course maps to the Microsoft Certified IT Professional examination 70-351. [24-48-72] Lab Fee | ||
| CET 250 | Security+ | 3 CR |
| Prerequisite: CET 185, 260, or 276. This course prepares the student for the CompTIA Security + certification examination. Students will learn about industry-wide security topics including communication security, infrastructure security, cryptography, access control, authentication, external attack and operational and organization security. Other topics included in this course are protocols used in Linux, UNIX, and Windows 2000, in addition to the TCP/IP suite component protocols and Ethernet operations. Students will gain knowledge in capturing, analyzing, and generating IP traffic; how to exploit protocol weaknesses; and examine defensive solutions. Packet filtering, password policies, and file integrity checking are also covered. [24-40-64] Lab Fee | ||
| CET 260 | A+ Computer Diagnostics and Repair | 3 CR |
| Prerequisite: CET 140, 185 or 208. A course designed to prepare the student to diagnose and repair personal computers and their peripherals. This course also assists the students to prepare for the A+ Certification tests. Solving hardware and software problems and troubleshooting will be emphasized. [32-48-80] Lab Fee | ||
| CET 270 | Local Area Networking II – Server+ | 3 CR |
| Prerequisite: CET 230 or 235. This course is designed to assist students in successfully obtaining the Server+ certification. This certification is meant for mid- to upper-level technicians responsible for server hardware functionality. It is a mid-level, vendor-neutral certification which is a pertinent complement to vendor-specific networking certifications. [32-48-80] Lab Fee | ||
| CET 275 | Cisco Networking III | 3 CR |
| Prerequisite: CET 236. LAN Switching and Wireless - This course provides a comprehensive, theoretical, and practical approach to learning the technologies and protocols needed to design and implement a converged switched network. Students learn about the hierarchical network design model and how to select devices for each layer. The course explains how to configure a switch for basic functionality and how to implement Virtual LANs, VTP, and Inter-VLAN routing in a converged network. The different implementations of Spanning Tree Protocol in a converged network are presented, and students develop the knowledge and skills necessary to implement a WLAN in a small-to-medium network. [24-42-64] Lab Fee | ||
| CET 276 | Cisco Networking IV | 3 CR |
| Prerequisite: CET 275. Accessing the WAN - This course discusses the WAN technologies and network services required by converged applications in enterprise networks. The course uses the Cisco Network Architecture to introduce integrated network services and explains how to select the appropriate devices and technologies to meet network requirements. Students learn how to implement and configure common data link protocols and how to apply WAN security concepts, principles of traffic, access control, and addressing services. Finally, students learn how to detect, troubleshoot, and correct common enterprise network implementation issues. [22-42-64] Lab Fee | ||
| CET 278 | Fundamentals of Wireless LANs | 3 CR |
| Prerequisite: CET 230 or 235. This introductory course to Wireless LANs focuses on the design, planning, implementation, operation, and troubleshooting of Wireless LANs. It covers a comprehensive overview of technologies, security, and design best practices with particular emphasis on hands-on skills in the following areas: Wireless LAN setup and troubleshooting; 801.11 (a, b, and g) techniques, products, and solutions; radio technologies; WLAN applications and site surveys; resilient WLAN products, design, installation, configuration, and troubleshooting; WLAN security; vendor interoperability strategies; and emerging wireless technologies. [24-56-80] Lab Fee | ||
| CET 279 | Network Wiring, Design, and Installation | 3 CR |
| Recommend students have basic computer literacy and Internet skills. Networking experience is desirable but not required. Students should be capable of lifting light loads and climbing ladders to work at ceiling heights. This introductory course focuses on cabling issues related to data and voice connections. It provides an understanding of the industry and its worldwide standards, types of media and cabling, physical and logical networks, and signal transmission. Students will develop skills in reading network design documentation, determining and purchasing cabling equipment, pulling and mounting cable, managing cable, selecting wiring closets, terminating cable at patch panels, installing jacks, and testing cable. This hands-on lab-oriented course stresses documentation, design, and installation issues, (as well as laboratory and on-the-job safety) and working effectively in group environments. [32-48-80] Lab Fee | ||
| CET 281 | Operating Systems – Windows System Administration | 3 CR |
| Prerequisite: CET 185. This is a hands-on course to develop skills of administration of the various Windows multi-user platforms (for example, Windows NT, 2000, XP). This will include the fundamentals of the operating system architecture itself. Also, the student will construct, maintain, and monitor the performance of multiple user/device environments. [32-32-64] Lab Fee | ||
| CET 282 | Operating Systems – UNIX | 3 CR |
| Prerequisite: CET 185, 208 or 235. This course is designed to develop skills in using the UNIX operating system. Various UNIX-like operating systems and their operations will be introduced. Students will construct and implement a UNIX-based network. [32-32-64] Lab Fee | ||