2015 - 2016 Combined Catalogs of the Colleges

Course Descriptions for Electronics Technology


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AVNC 1303 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Introduction to Aviation Electronic Systems
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: This course is a study of the relationship between aircraft electronic systems and aircraft flight and navigation. Emphasis on the operation and function of the electronic systems and the operation of the systems and ramp. The student will describe the function and operation of aircraft electronic systems and operate aircraft electronic systems. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)


AVNC 1443 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Aviation Electrical and Electronic Systems Installation
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: AVNC 1303.
Course Description: This course is a study of and practical experience in the installation of avionic systems in aircraft, mounting electronic equipment, construction and installation of electrical wiring and cables, proper use of tools, and selection of materials. The student will describe and lay out avionic systems and install avionic systems. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


AVNC 1453 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Operational Testing of Aviation Electronic Systems
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: AVNC 1303.
Course Description: Topics in this course include integration of technical drawing interpretation, wiring interface checkout, and the application of ramp test equipment in common usage. Emphasis on performance of functional checks of aircraft electrical and electronic systems. The student will identify, describe, and use proper procedures and techniques for testing aircraft electronic systems. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CETT 1204 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC

High-Reliability Soldering
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Instruction in this course will teach high reliability soldering, desoldering, circuitry repair, plated-thru-hole repairs, conformal coating removal, industry standards, electrostatic discharge (ESD) control, surface mount device (SMD) installation, removal and replacement using hand held systems or reflow workstations. Students will solder highly reliable connections; solder to industry standards; desolder connections; install surface mount devices; remove surface mount devices; remove conformal coatings; repair and/or replace traces, pads, and eyelets. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)


CETT 1303 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC

DC Circuits
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: A study of the fundamentals of direct current including Ohm's law, Kirchhoff's laws and circuit analysis techniques. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)


CETT 1305 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC

AC Circuits
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: A study of the fundamentals of alternating current including series and parallel AC circuits, phasors, capacitive and inductive networks, transformers, and resonance. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)


CETT 1331 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Technical Programming
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent enrollment in MATH 1414 or the equivalent.
Course Description: Introduction to a high level programming language such as BASIC, PASCAL, or "C". Topics include structured programming and problem solving as they apply to technical applications. This course is cross-listed as CETT 1431. The student may register for either CETT 1331 or CETT 1431 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


CETT 1357 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC

Linear Integrated Circuits
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: A study of the characteristics, operations, and testing of linear integrated circuits. Applications include instrumentation and active filtering. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


CETT 1402 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Electricity Principles
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Principles of electricity including proper use of test equipment, A/C and D/C circuits, and component theory and operation. Students will identify basic principles of electricity (A/C and D/C), voltage, current, and circuitry; apply Ohm's law to electrical calculations; use test equipment to measure continuity, voltage, and current values; and use electrical safety practices. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CETT 1403 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC, RLC

DC Circuits
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: A study of the fundamentals of direct current including Ohm's law, Kirchhoff's laws and circuit analysis techniques. Emphasis on circuit analysis of resistive networks and DC measurements. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CETT 1405 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC, RLC

AC Circuits
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: CETT 1403.
Course Description: A study of the fundamentals of alternating current including series and parallel AC circuits, phasors, capacitive and inductive networks, transformers, and resonance. This course is cross-listed as CETT 1305. The student may register for either CETT 1405 or CETT 1305 but may receive credit for only one of the two (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CETT 1407 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC

Fundamentals of Electronics
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Applies concepts of electricity, electronics, and digital fundamentals; supports programs requiring a general knowledge of electronics. Students will build and test circuits using analog and digital components; visually identify components and component values; build and test series and parallel resistive circuits; check resistors, diodes, and transistors using a multimeter. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CETT 1425 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC, RLC

Digital Fundamentals
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: An entry-level course in digital electronics to include numbering systems, logic gates, Boolean algebra, and combinational logic This course is cross-listed as CETT 1325. The student may register for either CETT 1425 or CETT 1325 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CETT 1429 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC, RLC

Solid State Devices
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: CETT 1403 and credit or concurrent enrollment in CETT 1405.
Course Description: A study of diodes, transistor characteristics and other semiconductor devices, including analysis of static and dynamic characteristics, biasing techniques, and thermal considerations. This course is cross-listed as CETT 1329. The student may register for either CETT 1429 or CETT 1329 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 3 Lab./3 Lec., 2 Lab.)


CETT 1431 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Programming for Discrete Electronic Devices
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Introduction to a high level programming language. Includes structured programming and problem solving applicable to discrete electronic devices. This course is cross-listed as CETT 1331. The student may register for either CETT 1331 or CETT 1431 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CETT 1441 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC

Solid State Circuits
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: CETT 1429.
Course Description: A study of various semiconductor devices incorporated in circuits and their applications. Emphasis on circuit construction, measurements, and analysis. Topics will include JFETs, MOSFETs, oscillators, thyristors, power supply systems, voltage regulators, multistage amplifiers and power amplifiers. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CETT 1445 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC

Microprocessor
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: CETT 1425.
Course Description: An introductory course in microprocessor software and hardware; its architecture, timing sequence, operation, and programming; and discussion of appropriate software diagnostic language and tools. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CETT 1449 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC

Digital Systems
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: CETT 1429.
Course Description: Digital Systems is a course in electronics covering digital systems. Emphasis on application and troubleshooting digital systems using counters, registers, code converters, multiplexers, analog-to-digital circuits, digital-to-analog circuits, and large-scale integrated circuits. The student will evaluate the operation of digital systems while operating in correct and fault mode using various test instruments; describe the difference between a digital system and an analog system; and draw a simple block diagram of a digital computer system. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CETT 1457 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC, RLC

Linear Integrated Circuits
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: CETT 1429.
Course Description: In depth coverage of the characteristics, operations, stabilization, testing, and feedback techniques of linear integrated circuits. Application in computation, measurements, instrumentation, and active filtering. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CETT 1470 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) Foundations
This is a Local Need Course.
Prerequisite: Students should have a good understanding of Local Area Network (LAN) and Internet Protocol concepts such as that provided by the PTR Introduction to Data Communications and Networking course. Knowledge of the BASIC workings of a PBX is recommended.
Course Description: The objective of this course is to provide a technical and practical overview of Voice over IP (VoIP). The course identifies the main elements of the technology and presents them in an accessible format. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CETT 1471 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Wireless Site Survey
This is a Local Need Course.
Prerequisite: Understanding of basic wireless LAN and basic networking concepts.
Course Description: This hands-on course trains students to determine optimum installation locations for wireless LAN access points, wireless bridges, and RFID readers, assess impacts of RF transmission impairments, and document findings for enterprise and public wireless LANs. This course includes demonstrations and student exercises. Each student will learn the objective evaluation of the environment and obtain skills for performing wireless LAN site surveys. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


CETT 1472 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Wireless Sensors Network
This is a Local Need Course.
Prerequisite: Recommended that students have beginning level of C programming and/or shell scripting experience.
Course Description: This course is designed to enable students to setup the programming environment, configure sensors, deploy sensors, and integrate sensors in the existing network environment. This course utilizes the TinyOS programming model and nesC terminology to create sensor applications that can be deployed on Motes in the wireless sensor network. This course enables students to interface with the sensor network and log collected data on a web interface utilizing radio communication's software stack. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CETT 1491 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC

Special Topics in Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: This course will teach individuals in the renewable energy field how to read, interpret and correlate schematic drawings, in the fields of electronics, construction trades, mechanical, electrical, pneumatics, and hydraulics. These students will be able to read a drawing, go to the physical device and produce the drawing, or begin at the physical device and reduce it to a drawing. The course is also intended to make a person proficient in the physical construction of a drawing. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CETT 2337 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC

Microcomputer Control
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: CETT 1425.
Course Description: A study of microprocessors and microcomputers with an emphasis on embedded controllers for industrial and commercial applications. Topics include RAM, ROM and input/output (I/O) interfacing. Introduction to programming. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)


CETT 2433 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC

Digital Computer Circuits
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: CETT 1429.
Course Description: Digital Computer circuits is a study of the three major component systems of a digital computer including arithmetic logic operations, RAM and ROM memory systems, and control systems. The student will explain the operation of the three basic sections of any computer system. The student will construct and troubleshoot computer circuits including arithmetic logic units, memory systems, and control systems; describe the function of the BIOS (Basic Input Output System) in a computer system; and how a computer knows what to address when first cold booted. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CETT 2435 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC

Advanced Microprocessors
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: CETT 1445.
Course Description: An advanced course utilizing the microprocessor in control systems and interfacing. Emphasis on microprocessor hardware and implementation of peripheral interfacing. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CETT 2443 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Principles of Color Television
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: CETT 1429.
Course Description: This course covers the principles of color television receivers including signal processing circuits and provides color TV theory and hands-on experience in basic color TV service. The student will explain the principles of color television receivers; test color TV receiver circuits for proper operation and verify FCC color television parameters. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CETT 2449 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC

Research and Project Design
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Principles of electrical/electronic design encompassing schematics wiring diagrams, materials lists, operating characteristics, completion schedules, and cost estimates. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


CETT 2480 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC

Cooperative Education-Computer Engineering Technology/ Technician
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 26 Ext.)


CETT 2481 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC

Cooperative Education-Computer Engineering Technology/ Technician
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 26 Ext.)


CPMT 1249 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Computer Networking Technology
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in the Internet Development Technologies Program, or demonstrated competence approved by program director.
Course Description: A beginning course in computer networks with focus on networking fundamentals, terminology, hardware, software, and network architecture. A study of local/wide area networking concepts and networking installations and operations. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)


CPMT 1305 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

IT Essentials I: PC Hardware and Software
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: An introduction to information technology and data communication. Includes topics on personal computer hardware and software and basic networking concepts. Licensing/Certification Agency: Cisco Corporation. This course is cross-listed as CPMT 1405. The student may register for either CPMT 1305 or CPMT 1405 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


CPMT 1307 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Electronic and Computer Skills
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: A study of the information for the assembly of a microcomputer system. Emphasis on the evolution of microprocessors and microprocessor bus structures. (3 Lec.)


CPMT 1308 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Fundamentals of Web Design
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: An introduction to Web site production processes and design elements involving layouts, navigation and interactivity. This course will help students prepare for career opportunities as a Web designer, entry-level Graphical Designer, Web project manage, and Webmaster. Licensing/Certification Agency: Cisco Corporation. This course is cross-listed as CPMT 1408. The student may register for either CPMT 1308 or CPMT 1408 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


CPMT 1309 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

IT Essentials II: Network Operating Systems
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: CPMT 1305 or instructor approval.
Course Description: An overview of network operating systems and specifically covers the Linux Red Hat Network operating system. Students will learn how to use the Linux operating system, the K Desktop Environment (KDE) and GNU Network Object Model (GNOME). Licensing/Certification Agency: Cisco Corporation. This course is cross-listed as CPMT 1409. The student may register for either CPMT 1309 or CPMT 1409 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


CPMT 1349 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Computer Networking Technology
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: A beginning course in computer networks with focus on networking fundamentals, terminology, hardware, software, and network architecture. A study of local/wide area networking concepts and networking installations and operations. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)


CPMT 1403 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Introduction to Computer Technology
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: A fundamental computer course that provides explanation of the procedures to utilize hardware and software. Emphasis on terminology, acronyms, and hands-on activities. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CPMT 1404 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Microcomputer System Software
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: In this course the students will develop skills in the installation, configuration, maintenance and troubleshooting of system software in microcomputers. Topics covered may include operating systems, utility software and other software affecting the basic operation of a microcomputer system. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CPMT 1405 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

IT Essentials I: PC Hardware and Software
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: An introduction to information technology and data communication. Includes topics on personal computer hardware and software and basic networking concepts. Licensing/Certification Agency: Cisco Corporation. This course is cross-listed as CPMT 1305. The student may register for either CPMT 1305 or CPMT 1405 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


CPMT 1408 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Fundamentals of Web Design
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: An introduction to Web site production processes and design elements involving layouts, navigation and interactivity. This course will help students prepare for career opportunities as a Web designer, entry-level Graphical Designer, Web project manage, and Webmaster. Licensing/Certification Agency: Cisco Corporation. This course is cross-listed as CPMT 1308. The student may register for either CPMT 1308 or CPMT 1408 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


CPMT 1409 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

IT Essentials II: Network Operating Systems
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: CPMT 1405 or instructor approval.
Course Description: An overview of network operating systems and specifically covers the Linux Red Hat Network operating system. Students will learn how to use the Linux operating system, the K Desktop Environment (KDE) and GNU Network Object Model (GNOME). Licensing/Certification Agency: Cisco Corporation. This course is cross-listed as CPMT 1309. The student may register for either CPMT 1309 or CPMT 1409 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


CPMT 1411 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Introduction to Computer Maintenance
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: This course is an introduction to the installation, configuration, and maintenance of a microcomputer system. Students will study how to identify modules that make up a computer system and its operation; identify each type of computer bus structure; assemble/setup microcomputer systems and adapter/interface boards; and install/connect associated peripherals. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CPMT 1443 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Microcomputer Architecture
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Computer characteristics and subsystem operations, timing, control circuits, and internal input/output controls. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CPMT 1445 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Computer Systems Maintenance
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: This course will cover functions of the components within a computer system. In this course the students will develop skills in the use of test equipment and maintenance aids. Students will study how to describe the functions of components in a computer system; use computer related test equipment; and demonstrate the effective use of maintenance tools. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CPMT 1447 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Computer System Peripherals
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: CETT 1403.
Course Description: This course is an in-depth study of principles and practices involved in computer system troubleshooting techniques, programs, and the use of specialized test equipment. The student will develop hardware and software troubleshooting techniques and perform procedures used in troubleshooting. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CPMT 1449 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Computer Networking Technology
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: CETT 1403.
Course Description: This is a beginning course in computer networks with focus on networking fundamentals, terminology, hardware, software, and network architecture. A study of local/wide area networking concepts and networking installations and operations. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CPMT 1451 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC

IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: An introduction to the computer hardware and software skills needed to help meet the growing demand for entry-level information and communication technology (ICT) professionals. The curriculum covers the fundamentals of PC technology, networking, and security, and also provides an introduction to advanced concepts. Hands-on labs and Virtual Laptop and Virtual Desktop learning tools help students develop critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills. Cisco Packet Tracer simulation-based learning activities promote the exploration of network and networking security concepts and allow students to experiment with network behavior. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


CPMT 2232 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Computer Integration
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: An advanced course in integration of hardware, software, and applications. Customization of computer systems for specific applications in engineering, multi-media, or data acquisition. (2 Lec.)


CPMT 2233 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Computer Integration
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: An advanced course in integration of hardware, software, and applications. Customization of computer systems for specific applications in engineering, multi-media, or data acquisition. This course is cross-listed as CPMT 2433. The student may register for either CPMT 2233 or CPMT 2433 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec.)


CPMT 2302 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC, MVC

Home Technology Integration
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: ITSC 1405 and ITSC 1425 or CPMT 1305 or instructor approval.
Course Description: Integration and maintenance of various home technology subsystems. Includes home automation, security and surveillance, home networks, video and audio networks, and structured wiring. This course is cross-listed as CPMT 2402. The student may register for either CPMT 2302 or CPMT 2402 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


CPMT 2334 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Network Security
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: CCNA 4 or current CCNA certification.
Course Description: Overall security processes with particular emphasis on hands-on skills in the following areas: security policy design and management; security technologies, products and solutions; firewall and secure router design, installation, configuration and maintenance; AAA implementation using routers and firewalls; VPN implementation using routers and firewalls. Licensing/Certification Agency: Cisco Corporation. This course is cross-listed as CPMT 2434. The student may register for either CPMT 2334 or CPMT 2434 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


CPMT 2402 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Home Technology Integration
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: ITSC 1405 and ITSC 1425 or CPMT 1405 of instructor approval.
Course Description: Integration and maintenance of various home technology subsystems. Includes home automation, security and surveillance, home networks, video and audio networks, and structured wiring. This course is cross-listed as CPMT 2302. The student may register for either CPMT 2302 or CPMT 2402 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


CPMT 2433 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Computer Integration
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Integration of hardware, software, and applications. Customization of computer systems for specific applications such as engineering, multimedia, or data acquisition. Integrate special applications in the areas of multimedia, data acquisition, or engineering; install and maintain various hardware and software components for specialized applications; and analyze and test system operations. This course is cross-listed as CPMT 2233. The student may register for either CPMT 2233 or CPMT 2433 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CPMT 2434 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Network Security
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: CCNA 4 or current CCNA certification.
Course Description: Overall security processes with particular emphasis on hands-on skills in the following areas: security policy design and management; security technologies, products and solutions; firewall and secure router design, installation, configuration and maintenance; AAA implementation using routers and firewalls; VPN implementation using routers and firewalls. Licensing/Certification Agency: Cisco Corporation. This course is cross-listed as CPMT 2334. The student may register for either CPMT 2334 or CPMT 2434 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


CPMT 2437 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Microcomputer Interfacing
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: CETT 2435.
Course Description: An interfacing course exploring the concepts and terminology involved in interfacing the internal architecture of the microcomputer with commonly used external devices. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CPMT 2445 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Computer System Troubleshooting
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: CETT 1429.
Course Description: This course covers principles and practices involved in computer system troubleshooting techniques and repair procedures including advanced diagnostic test programs and the use of specialized test equipment. The student will develop hardware and software troubleshooting techniques and perform procedures used in troubleshooting. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


CPMT 2449 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Advanced Computer Networking Technology
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of all Internet Development Technologies core curricula, and concurrent enrollment in specialization track, or demonstrated competence approved by program director.
Course Description: An in-depth study of network technology with emphasis on network operating systems, network connectivity, hardware, and software. Mastery of implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of LAN and/or WAN network environments. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


EECT 1104 (1 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC

Electronic Soldering
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: The theory of tools and equipment for electronic soldering techniques. The student will select and use appropriate soldering tools and equipment, demonstrate proper soldering techniques, and practice safety procedures. Emphasis will be primarily on terminal and printed circuit board through-hole soldering. This course is cross-listed as EECT 1204. The student may register for either EECT 1104 or EECT 1204 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lab.)


EECT 1191 (1 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC

Special Topics In Electrical, Electronic And Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Topics in this course address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec.)


EECT 1204 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Electronic Soldering
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: The theory of tools and equipment for electronic soldering techniques. The student will select and use appropriate soldering tools and equipment, demonstrate proper soldering techniques, and practice safety procedures. Emphasis will be on surface-mount soldering techniques. This course is cross-listed as EECT 1104. The student may register for either EECT 1204 or EECT 1104 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)


EECT 1291 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Special Topics In Electrical, Electronic And Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Topics in this course address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 1 Lab.)


EECT 1300 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Technical Customer Service
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: General principles of customer service within a technical environment. Topics include internal/external customer relationships, time-management, best practices, and verbal and non-verbal communications skills. (3 Lec.)


EECT 1307 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Convergence Technologies
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: A study of telecommunications convergence technologies including telephone, LAN, WAN, wireless, voice, video, and internet protocol. This course is cross-listed as EECT 1407. The student may register for either EECT 1307 or EECT 1407 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


EECT 1346 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Telecommunications Traffic Engineering
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: EECT 1403.
Course Description: A study of telecommunications traffic management including blocking avoidance schemes, data collection and analysis and reporting techniques. (3 Lec.)


EECT 1391 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC

Special Topics In Electrical, Electronic And Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Topics in this course address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)


EECT 1403 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Introduction to Telecommunications
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: An overview of the telecommunications industry. Topics include the history of the telecommunications industry, terminology, rules and regulations and industry standards and protocols. This course is cross-listed as EECT 1303. The student may register for either EECT 1403 or EECT 1303 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


EECT 1407 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC, MVC, NLC

Convergence Technologies
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: A study of telecommunications convergence technologies including telephone, LAN, WAN, wireless, voice, video, and internet protocol. This course is cross-listed as EECT 1307. The student may register for either EECT 1307 or EECT 1407 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


EECT 1408 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Structured Media Systems
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Design, integration, setup, testing, and maintenance of various residential and small business subsystems, including industry documentation. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


EECT 1440 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Telecommunications Transmission Media
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Fundamentals of telecommunications media, including installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Topics address media characteristics and connectorization. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


EECT 1442 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Telecommunications Outside Plant
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: EECT 1403.
Course Description: A study of outside plant facilities with emphasis on cabling layout design, splicing, bonding, grounding and facility protection systems. Safety practices and procedures are included. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


EECT 1444 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Telecommunications Broadband Systems
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: EECT 1403.
Course Description: A survey of telecommunications broadband transmissions systems including protocols, testing, applications and safety practices. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


EECT 1470 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Structured Media Systems
This is a Local Need Course.
Course Description: Introduction to the use of structured wiring systems to provide access and versatility to configure wiring topologies in a business or home environment. Design, install, and test the various subsystems available to the technology for today's high-tech business or home. Manage existing and emerging technologies in a business or home and establish a modular infrastructure for future innovations that will not only increase current value, but ensure its long-term viability. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


EECT 1471 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Electronic Systems Integration
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Integration, setup, testing and maintenance of various home technology subsystems. Set up, test, program, document and verify proper operation of the various subsystems available that integrate the technology systems for today's high-tech business or home. Subsystems may include home networks, telephone and intercom systems, whole security and surveillance systems, video and audio networks. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


EECT 1491 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC

Special Topics In Electrical, Electronic And Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Introduction to the use of structured wiring systems to provide access and versatility to configure wiring topologies in a business or home environment. Design, install, and test the various subsystems available to the technology for today''s high-tech business or home. Manage existing and emerging technologies in a business or home and establish a modular infrastructure for future innovations that will not only increase current value, but ensure its long-term viability. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


EECT 2331 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Wireless Data Systems
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Basic networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Principles of wireless data systems to include call processing, hand-off, site analysis, antenna radiation pattern, commonly used test/maintenance equipment and access protocol. This course is cross-listed as EECT 2431. The student may register for either EECT 2331 or EECT 2431 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


EECT 2337 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Wireless Telephony Systems
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: EECT 1403 or EECT 1307 or EECT 1407.
Course Description: Principles of wireless/cellular telephony systems to include call processing, hand-off, site analysis, antenna radiation patterns, commonly used test/maintenance equipment and access protocol. This course is cross-listed as EECT 2437. The student may register for either EECT 2337 or EECT 2437 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


EECT 2366 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Practicum (or Field Experience) - Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. (21 Ext.)


EECT 2380 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC

Cooperative Education - Electrical, Electronic And Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Career related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.)


EECT 2381 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC

Cooperative Education - Electrical, Electronic And Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Career related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.)


EECT 2388 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Internship - Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer. (18 Ext.)


EECT 2408 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Electronic Systems Integration
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Design, integration, setup, testing, and maintenance of various residential and small business subsystems, including industry documentation. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


EECT 2430 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Telecommunications Switching
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: EECT 1403.
Course Description: The operation of telecommunications switching equipment and related software. Topics include installation, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


EECT 2431 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Wireless Data Systems
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Basic networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Principles of wireless data systems to include call processing, hand-off, site analysis, antenna radiation pattern, commonly used test/maintenance equipment and access protocol. This course is cross-listed as EECT 2331. The student may register for either EECT 2331 or EECT 2431 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


EECT 2432 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Telecommunications Signaling
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: EECT 1403.
Course Description: The study of signaling schemes in telecommunications. Topics include circuits and systems necessary to implement signaling protocols, conversions and formats. Also included is the study of the history of signaling schemes. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


EECT 2433 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Telephone Systems
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: A study of installation and maintenance systems including telephone set, public switched networks, local exchanges, networks, two and four wire systems, tip and ringing requirements, and digital transmission techniques. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


EECT 2435 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Telecommunications
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: CETT 2439.
Course Description: A study of modern telecommunications systems incorporating microwave, satellite, optical, and wire/cable-based communications systems. Instruction in installation, testing, and maintenance of communications systems components. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


EECT 2437 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Wireless Telephony Systems
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: EECT 1403 or EECT 1307 or EECT 1407.
Course Description: Principles of wireless/cellular telephony systems to include call processing, hand-off, site analysis, antenna radiation patterns, commonly used test/maintenance equipment and access protocol. This course is cross-listed as EECT 2337. The student may register for either EECT 2337 or EECT 2437 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


EECT 2439 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Communications Circuits
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: CETT 1429.
Course Description: This course is a study of communications systems with emphasis on amplitude modulation, frequency modulation, phase modulation, and digital pulse modulation. Discussion of several types of modulators, demodulators, receivers, transmitters, and transceivers. The student will describe the operation of communications receivers and transmitters; measure and troubleshoot communications systems; and describe the use of microwave receivers used in down-links in communications and the geographical regional transponder relationships used to communicate by cell phone. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


EECT 2440 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Telecommunications Central Office Equipment
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: EECT 1403.
Course Description: An examination of the theory, operation and maintenance of central office telecommunications equipment. This course is designed to make the student familiar with the installation of telecommunications switching equipment, interpretation of technical documents, and standard practices and procedures including safety procedures. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


ELMT 1301 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Programmable Logic Controllers
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: An introduction to programmable logic controllers as used in industrial environments including basic concepts, programming, applications, troubleshooting of ladder logic, and interfacing of equipment. Students will explain terminology; select hardware components; predict PLC operation based on ladder logic diagrams; program a PLC to perform various control functions. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ELMT 1391 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Special Topics in Electromechanical Technology/Technician
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ELMT 1402 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Solar Photovoltaic Systems
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Design and installation of solar photovoltaic systems and their applications. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


ELMT 1405 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC

Basic Fluid Power
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Basic fluid power course covering pneumatic and hydraulic systems, fluid power symbols, operating theory, components, and basic electrical and manual controls. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


ELMT 1411 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC

Solar Fundamentals
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Study of heat transference, motors, pumps and other mechanical devices; solid state switches; photovoltaic plates and energy conversion; thermal dynamics; and solar energy. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


ELMT 2239 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Advanced applications of programmable logic controllers as used in industrial environments including concepts of programming, industrial applications, troubleshooting ladder logic, and interfacing to equipment. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)


ELMT 2433 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Industrial Electronics
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: CETT 1429.
Course Description: This course is a study of devices, circuits, and systems primarily used in automated manufacturing and/or process control including computer controls and interfacing between mechanical, electrical, electronic, and computer equipment. Presentation of programming schemes. The student will describe how electronic input and output circuits are used to control automated manufacturing and/or process systems; identify basic elements used for input, output, timing, and control; define how programmable electronic systems use input data to alter output responses; troubleshoot a representative system; and demonstrate how system operation can be altered with software programming. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


ELMT 2471 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC

Alternative Energy Systems
This is a Local Need Course.
Course Description: A study of residential and commercial business solar and wind turbine on site power generation. The course will emphasize the electrical/electronic skills needed for the installation and service/repair of such alternative energy systems. Hands-on lab experiences in installation processes will be part of the course. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


HYDR 1345 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC

Hydraulics and Pneumatics
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Discussion of the fundamentals of hydraulics and pneumatics, components of each system, and the operations, maintenance, and analysis of each system. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


HYDR 1445 (4 Credit Hours) Reinstated course added December 4, 2015
Offered at EFC, MVC, RLC

Hydraulics and Pneumatics
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Discussion of the fundamentals of hydraulics and pneumatics, components of each system, and the operations, maintenance, and analysis of each system. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)

* Note: This Course Description includes updates that were added after it was originally published on June 11, 2015. (Original) | (Changes)


ITNW 1192 (1 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, MVC

Special Topics in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec.)


ITNW 1274 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC

Managing Web Site Development Projects
This is a Local Need Course.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of all Semester I Internet Development Technologies core curriculum or equivalent experiences approved by instructor consent.
Course Description: This course provides an introduction to the complexities of managing Web site development projects. Students will learn cost specification, budgeting, schedule construction, negotiation, team-building, time management and status reporting skills. Legal issues like intellectual property rights, contract agreements, ethics and confidentiality will be described. (2 Lec.)


ITNW 1280 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, MVC

Cooperative Education - Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Instructor approval prior to enrollment.
Course Description: Career-related activities, encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 10 Ext.)


ITNW 1281 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, MVC

Cooperative Education - Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Instructor approval prior to enrollment.
Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 10 Ext.)


ITNW 1291 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Portfolio Development - Internet Publishing and E-Commerce Technologies
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of all Semester I and II program curricula, and concurrent enrollment in third semester courses, or demonstrated competence approved by program director.
Course Description: Advanced directed study with development of a media rich, Internet project for corporate or in-house client. Additional topics will include an overview of professional practices required of the work place like networking, presentation skills and job-seeking techniques. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)


ITNW 1292 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, MVC

Special Topics in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec.)


ITNW 1303 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Managing a Microsoft® Windows Network Environment
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Installation and configuration tasks and network and operating system management tasks. Includes troubleshooting tasks, hardware and software installations. Configurations, upgrades, and some network and system operations in a Microsoft Windows network environment. This course is cross-listed as ITNW 1403. The student may register for either ITNW 1303 or ITNW 1403 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1308 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, MVC

Implementing and Supporting Client Operating Systems
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Basic networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Skills development in the management of client as desktop operating systems. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1312 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Fundamentals of Information Security
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Basic information security goals of availability, integrity, accuracy, and confidentiality. Vocabulary and terminology specific to the field of information security are discussed. Identification of exposures and vulnerabilities and appropriate countermeasures are addressed. The importance of appropriate planning and administrative controls is also discussed. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1316 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Network Administration
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: An introduction to Network administration. This course is cross-listed as ITNW 1416. The student may register for either ITNW 1316 or ITNW 1416 but may receive credit for only one of the two. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1321 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Introduction to Networking
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Introduction to the fundamentals, basic concepts, and terminology of networks. Topics include the access and use of the Internet and networking hardware and software, including current developments in networking. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)


ITNW 1325 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, MVC

Fundamentals of Networking Technologies
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Instruction in networking technologies and their implementation. Topics include the OSI reference model, network protocols, transmission media, and networking hardware and software. This course is cross-listed as ITNW 1425. The student may register for either ITNW 1325 or ITNW 1425 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1333 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Microsoft Networking Essentials
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: nstruction in networking essential concepts including the OSI reference model, network protocols, transmission media, and networking hardware and software. Licensing/Certification Agency: Microsoft® Corporation. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)


ITNW 1340 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

I-Net+
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Various responsibilities and tasks required for an Internet Developer. Prepares individuals to pass the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) Net+ certification exam. Licensing/Certification Agency: Computing Technology Industry Association. This course is cross-listed as ITNW 1440. The student may register for either ITNW 1340 or ITNW 1440 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1341 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Programming with C#.NET
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Basic understanding of problem solving and logic structures used with computers obtained in ITSC 2435 or equivalent experiences approved by instructor consent.
Course Description: Enterprise applications involving design and development using Microsoft C#.NET in the Microsoft.NET framework. Includes reference types, class relationships, polymorphism, operators overloading, and creating and handling exceptions. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1343 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Network Technologies (Novell 565)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: ITNW 1321 or instructor approval.
Course Description: An introduction to networking technologies. Topics include basic computer networking terminology and concepts, contemporary network services, transmission media, protocols, the OSI reference model, networking hardware and software, routing, bridging, switching, IP addressing and subnetting. Licensing/Certification Agency: Novell Corporation. (3 Lec.)


ITNW 1345 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, MVC

Implementing Network Directory Services
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: ITNW 1354 or instructor approval.
Course Description: Provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to install, configure, and administer Network Directory service. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1349 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Cisco Fundamentals of Network Security
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: ITCC 1446 or equivalent experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Prepares Cisco-qualified students to take two Cisco certification exams: Managing Cisco Network Security and Cisco Secure PIX Firewall. Includes configuring secure Cisco routers and PIX firewalls. Focuses on overall network security processes. This course is cross-listed as ITNW 1449. The student may register for either ITNW 1349 or ITNW 1449 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1351 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, MVC

Fundamentals of Wireless LANs
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Design, plan, implement, operate, and troubleshoot Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs). Includes WLAN design, installation, and configuration; and WLAN security issues and vendor interoperability strategies. This course is cross-listed as ITNW 1451. The student may register for either ITNW 1351 or ITNW 1451 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1353 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, MVC

Supporting Network Server Infrastructure
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Installing, configuring, managing, and supporting a network infrastructure. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1354 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, MVC

Implementing and Supporting Servers
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Basic networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Implement, administer, and troubleshoot information systems that incorporate servers in a networked computing environment. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1356 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Advanced Development with Microsoft.NET Framework Foundation 2.0
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Basic understanding of problem solving and logic structures used with computers obtained in ITSC 2435 or equivalent experience approved by instructor consent.
Course Description: Utilizing Microsoft.NET framework to develop, share, and maintain objects across distributed networks including the Internet. The course will include multi-platform access to data stored on a Microsoft Structured Query Language (SQL) server database, 3-tier, and n-tier implementation, and use of the Internet as the enterprise connectivity medium in corporate applications. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1358 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Network+
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Assists individuals in preparing for the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) Network+ certification exam and career as a network professional. This course is cross-listed as ITNW 1458. The student may register for either ITNW 1358 or ITNW 1458 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1380 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, MVC

Cooperative Education - Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Instructor approval prior to enrollment.
Course Description: Career-related activities, encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.)


ITNW 1392 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, MVC

Special Topics in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)


ITNW 1403 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Managing a Microsoft Windows Network Environment
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Installation and configuration tasks and network and operating system management tasks. Includes troubleshooting tasks, hardware and software installations. Configurations, upgrades, and some network and system operations in a Microsoft Windows network environment. This course is cross-listed as ITNW 1303. The student may register for either ITNW 1303 or ITNW 1403 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1408 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC

Implementing and Supporting Client Operating Systems
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Basic networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Skills development in the management of client as desktop operating systems. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1412 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Fundamentals of Information Security
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Basic information security goals of availability, integrity, accuracy, and confidentiality. Vocabulary and terminology specific to the field of information security are discussed. Identification of exposures and vulnerabilities and appropriate countermeasures are addressed. The importance of appropriate planning and administrative controls is also discussed. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1413 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC

Computer Virtualization
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: ITNW 1425 or instructor approval.
Course Description: Implement and support virtualization of clients in a networked computing environment. This course explores installation, configuration, and management of computer virtualization workstation and servers. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1416 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Network Administration
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: An introduction to Network administration. This course is cross-listed as ITNW 1316. The student may register for either ITNW 1316 or ITNW 1416 but may receive credit for only one of the two. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1420 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

NetWare 5 Administration
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: ITNW 1321 or instructor approval.
Course Description: An introduction to NetWare 5 Administration. Topics include network components, user accounts and groups, network file systems, file system security, NDS security, NDPS printing, application management, and workstation management. Licensing/Certification Agency: Novell Corporation. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1421 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Introduction to Networking
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Introduction to the fundamentals, basic concepts, and terminology of networks. Topics include the access and use of the Internet and networking hardware and software, including current developments in networking. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


ITNW 1425 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC

Fundamentals of Networking Technologies
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Instruction in networking technologies and their implementation. Topics include the OSI reference model, network protocols, transmission media, and networking hardware and software. This course is cross-listed as ITNW 1325. The student may register for either ITNW 1325 or ITNW 1425 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1433 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Microsoft® Networking Essentials
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Instruction in networking essential concepts including the OSI reference model, network protocols, transmission media, and networking hardware and software. Licensing/Certification Agency: Microsoft® Corporation. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1437 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC

Introduction to the Internet
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Introduction to the Internet with emphasis on using the World Wide Web to locate, transfer, and publish information. Survey of emerging technologies on the Internet. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1440 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

I-Net+
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Various responsibilities and tasks required for an Internet Developer. Prepares individuals to pass the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) Net+ certification exam. Licensing/Certification Agency: Computing Technology Industry Association. This course is cross-listed as ITNW 1340. The student may register for either ITNW 1340 or ITNW 1440 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1441 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Programming with C#.NET
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Basic understanding of problem solving and logic structures used with computers obtained in ITSC 2435 or equivalent experiences approved by instructor consent.
Course Description: Enterprise applications involving design and development using Microsoft C#.NET in the Microsoft.NET framework. Includes reference types, class relationships, polymorphism, operators overloading, and creating and handling exceptions. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1445 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, MVC

Implementing Network Directory Services
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: ITNW 1448 or instructor approval.
Course Description: Provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to install, configure, and administer Network Directory service. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1446 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Microsoft Exchange Server - Concepts and Administration
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Skills development in the day-to-day management of an established Exchange Server Organization using Microsoft® Exchange Server. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1448 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Implementing and Supporting Client Operating Systems
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Basic networking and operating system essentials skills or instructor approval.
Course Description: Skills development in the management of client/desktop operating systes. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1449 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Cisco Fundamentals of Network Security
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: ITCC 1446 or equivalent experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Prepares Cisco-qualified students to take two Cisco certification exams: Managing Cisco Network Security and Cisco Secure PIX Firewall. Includes configuring secure Cisco routers and PIX firewalls. Focuses on overall network security processes. This course is cross-listed as ITNW 1349. The student may register for either ITNW 1349 or ITNW 1449 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1451 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC, MVC

Fundamentals of Wireless LANs
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Design, plan, implement, operate, and troubleshoot Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs). Includes WLAN design, installation, and configuration; and WLAN security issues and vendor interoperability strategies. This course is cross-listed as ITNW 1351. The student may register for either ITNW 1351 or ITNW 1451 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1452 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Internetworking Microsoft TCP/IP on Microsoft® Windows NT 4.0
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: A course in the skill development for set up, configuration, use and support Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) on Microsoft® Windows NT operating system version 4.0. Licensing/Certification Agency: Microsoft® Corporation. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1453 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, MVC

Supporting Network Server Infrastructure
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Installing, configuring, managing, and supporting a network infrastructure This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1454 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, MVC

Implementing and Supporting Servers
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Basic networking and client operating system essentials skills or instructor approval.
Course Description: Implement, administer, and troubleshoot information systems that incorporate servers in a networked computing environment. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1456 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Implementing Microsoft Internet Explorer
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Basic networking and client operating system essentials skills or instructor approval.
Course Description: An introduction to the architecture and features of Microsoft® Internet Explorer. Topics include set up , configuration, use, and deployment of Internet Explorer in a network environment. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1458 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC, MVC

Network+
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Assists individuals in preparing for the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) Network+ certification exam and career as a network professional. This course is cross-listed as ITNW 1358. The student may register for either ITNW 1358 or ITNW 1458 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 1480 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, MVC

Cooperative Education - Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Instructor approval prior to enrollment.
Course Description: Career-related activities, encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 30 Ext.)


ITNW 1492 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC

Special Topics in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2126 (1 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Advanced Topics in UNIX
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: ITSC 2437 or instructor approval.
Course Description: Operating system installation, system management, and UNIX pitfall avoidance. (0 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2281 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Cooperative Education - Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 10 Ext.)


ITNW 2304 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows 2003 Environment
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Preparation for Exam 70-291. Includes configuring a Windows-based computer to operate in a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 networking infrastructure. This course is cross-listed as ITNW 2404. The student may register for either ITNW 2304 or ITNW 2404 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2310 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Perl Scripting
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Basic Web Page generation skills or instructor approval.
Course Description: Development of Perl scripts to administer operating systems. Includes developing scripts for account maintenance, monitoring and reporting, and controlling operating system services. This course is cross-listed as ITNW 2410. The student may register for either ITNW 2310 or ITNW 2410 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2312 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, MVC

Routers
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Router configuration for local area networks and wide area networks. Includes Internet Protocol (IP) addressing techniques and intermediate routing protocols. This course is cross-listed as ITNW 2412. The student may register for either ITNW 2312 or ITNW 2412 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2313 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Networking Hardware
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Maintain network hardware devices. Topics include network cables, servers, and workstations; network connectivity devices such as routers, hubs, bridges, gateways, repeaters, and uninterruptible power supplies; and other networking hardware devices. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec.)


ITNW 2315 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Wide Area Networks
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Technologies and protocols used to move data, voice, and video across long distances. Includes basic concepts of how information is transported over a wide area network (WAN) from the physical layer to the application layer. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec.)


ITNW 2317 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Network Security
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Instruction in security for network hardware, software, and data including physical security, backup procedures, firewalls, encryption, and protection from viruses. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)


ITNW 2321 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Networking with TCP/IP
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Set up, configure, use, and support Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) on networking operating systems. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec.)


ITNW 2330 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Fundamentals of Internetworking
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: ITNW 1321 or instructor approval.
Course Description: Advanced concepts of internetworking to include internetworking devices and protocols. Topics include the OSI Reference Model, distance vector and link state routing protocols, routers and bridges. Licensing/Certification Agency: Novell Corporation. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)


ITNW 2332 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, MVC

UNIX Network Integration
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: ITSC 2437 or instructor approval.
Course Description: Installation, configuration, management, and support of a network infrastructure in a large computing environment that uses a version of the UNIX server operating system. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2335 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Network Troubleshooting and Support
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Troubleshoot and support networks with emphasis on solving real world problems in a hands-on environment. Topics include troubleshooting and research techniques, available resources, and network management hard/software. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2342 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Novell Directory Services (NDS) Design and Implementation for NetWare 5
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: ITNW 2438 or instructor approval.
Course Description: A course in designing and implementing Novell Directory Services (NDS). Topics include partitioning, replication, time synchronization, and strategies for directory tree structure and object placement. Licensing/Certification Agency: Novell Corporation. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)


ITNW 2346 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Small Office Home Office
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: CPMT 2302 or instructor approval.
Course Description: Application of network concepts learned in previous courses. Includes responsibilities and tasks required to successfully perform in the Small Office Home Office (SOHO) environment. This course is cross-listed as ITNW 2446. The student may register for either ITNW 2346 or ITNW 2446 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2350 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, MVC

Enterprise Network
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Advanced convergence, CISCO, or VoIP experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: A case study in Convergence Technologies requiring a network engineer to study a problem and design a network solution for an enterprise network. This course is cross-listed as ITNW 2450. The student may register for either ITNW 2350 or ITNW 2450 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2354 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, MVC

Internet/Intranet Server
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Designing, installing, configuring, maintaining, and managing an Internet/Intranet server. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2355 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Administering Microsoft SQL Server
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Administering SQL Server is a skills development course in the installation, configuration, administration, and troubleshooting of SQL Servers client/server database management system version. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2356 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, MVC

Designing a Network Directory Infrastructure
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Design, implement, and support a network directory infrastructure in a multi-domain environment. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2357 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Designing a Network Infrastructure
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Provides senior support professionals with the information and skills to create a networking services infrastructure design that supports the required network applications. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2401 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Administering Servers
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Post-installation and day-to-day administration tasks of various operating system servers. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2404 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows 2003 Environment
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Preparation for Exam 70-291. Includes configuring a Windows-based computer to operate in a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 networking infrastructure. This course is cross-listed as ITNW 2404. The student may register for either ITNW 2304 or ITNW 2404 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2410 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Perl Scripting
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Basic Web Page generation skills or instructor approval.
Course Description: Development of Perl scripts to administer operating systems. Includes developing scripts for account maintenance, monitoring and reporting, and controlling operating system services. This course is cross-listed as ITNW 2410. The student may register for either ITNW 2310 or ITNW 2410 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2412 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, MVC

Routers
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Router configuration for local area networks and wide area networks. Includes Internet Protocol (IP) addressing techniques and intermediate routing protocols. This course is cross-listed as ITNW 2412. The student may register for either ITNW 2312 or ITNW 2412 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2413 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, MVC

Networking Hardware
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Maintain network hardware devices. Topics include network cables, servers, and workstations; network connectivity devices such as routers, hubs, bridges, gateways, repeaters, and uninterruptible power supplies; and other networking hardware devices. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2415 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Wide Area Networks
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Technologies and protocols used to move data, voice, and video across long distances. Includes basic concepts of how information is transported over a wide area network (WAN) from the physical layer to the application layer. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2417 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Network Security
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Instruction in security for network hardware, software, and data including physical security, backup procedures, firewalls, encryption, and protection from viruses. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2421 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, MVC

Networking with TCP/IP
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Set up, configure, use, and support Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) on networking operating systems. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2431 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Novell Service and Support
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: ITNW 2342 and ITNW 2438 or instructor approval.
Course Description: Instruction in the techniques used to troubleshoot and support networks with emphasis on solving real world problems in a hands-on environment. Topics include troubleshooting and research techniques, available resources, and network management hardware/software. Licensing/Certification Agency: Novell Corporation. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2432 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, MVC

UNIX Network Integration
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: ITSC 2437 or instructor approval.
Course Description: Installation, configuration, management, and support of a network infrastructure in a large computing environment that uses a version of the UNIX server operating system. Includes connectivity requirements, network services, and applications including file, print, database, massaging, proxy server, firewall, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Network Time Protocol, Domain Name Service, and Internet Protocol Version 6 configuration and use. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


ITNW 2435 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, MVC

Network Troubleshooting and Support
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Troubleshoot and support networks with emphasis on solving real world problems in a hands-on environment. Topics include troubleshooting and research techniques, available resources, and network management hard/software. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2438 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

NetWare 5 Advanced Administration
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: ITNW 1321 or ITNW 1343 and ITNW 1420 or instructor approval.
Course Description: Skill development in the configuration and administration of a NetWare 5 network. Topics include upgrading to NetWare 5, upgrading to queue-based printing to Novell Distributed Print Services, optimizing the NetWare server, installing and configuring a FastTrack web server and FTP server on a NetWare server, configuring a NetWare 5 server and workstations for Domain Name Service (DNS) and Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). Licensing/Certification Agency: Novell Corporation. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2441 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

NetWare: Integrating Windows NT
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: ITNW 1420 and ITNW 2438 or instructor approval.
Course Description: Skill development in integrating Windows NT and NetWare. Topics include administering and managing NT workstations, NT servers, and network-based applications in a mixed NetWare and Windows NT environment. Licensing/Certification Agency: Novell Corporation. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2446 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Small Office Home Office
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: CPMT 2302 or CPMT 2402 or instructor approval.
Course Description: Application of network concepts learned in previous courses. Includes responsibilities and tasks required to successfully perform in the Small Office Home Office (SOHO) environment. This course is cross-listed as ITNW 2346. The student may register for either ITNW 2346 or ITNW 2446 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2449 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Securing Intranets with Border Manager
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Instructor approval.
Course Description: Instruction in the implementation of BorderManager including installation, configuration administration, maintenance, and implementation of access control and troubleshooting components. Licensing/Certification Agency: Novell Corporation. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2450 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, ECC, MVC

Enterprise Network
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Advanced convergence, CISCO, or VoIP experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: A case study in Convergence Technologies requiring a network engineer to study a problem and design a network solution for an enterprise network. This course is cross-listed as ITNW 2350. The student may register for either ITNW 2350 or ITNW 2450 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2451 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Microsoft Windows NT Core Technologies
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Instruction in the implementation of BorderManager including installation, configuration administration, maintenance, and implementation of access control and troubleshooting components. Licensing/Certification Agency: Novell Corporation. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2452 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, MVC

Administering SQL Server
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: ITNW 1408 or instructor approval.
Course Description: Administering SQL Server is a skills development course in the installation, configuration, administration, and troubleshooting of SQL Servers client/server database management system version. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2454 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC, MVC

Internet/Intranet Server
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Designing, installing, configuring, maintaining, and managing an Internet server. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2455 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Administering Microsoft SQL Server
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Administering SQL Server is a skills development course in the installation, configuration, administration, and troubleshooting of SQL Servers client/server database management system version. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2456 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, MVC

Designing a Network Directory Infrastructure
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Design, implement, and support a network directory infrastructure in a multi-domain environment. (3 Lec., 4 Lab)


ITNW 2457 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Designing a Network Infrastructure
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Provides senior support professionals with the information and skills to create a networking services infrastructure design that supports the required network applications. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2458 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Designing and Implementing Mail Servers
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: An in-depth study of electronic messaging using mail servers. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2459 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Web Server Support and Maintenance
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Prior networking course, networking experience or instructor approval.
Course Description: Instruction in the installation, configuration, and implementation of web servers. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2471 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, ECC, MVC, RLC

Server Virtualization: Optimize and Scale
This is a Local Need Course.
Prerequisite: ITNW 1413 or instructor approval.
Course Description: Configuring and maintaining a highly available and scalable virtual infrastructure using commonly available virtualization software. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2472 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, ECC, MVC, RLC

Virtual Datacenter Design
This is a Local Need Course.
Prerequisite: ITNW 2471 or instructor approval.
Course Description: Designing a virtual infrastructure which meets an organization’s constraints, requirements and business objectives concerning availability, scalability, manageability, and security (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2473 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, ECC, MVC, RLC

Desktop Virtualization
This is a Local Need Course.
Prerequisite: ITNW 2472 or instructor approval.
Course Description: Installation and configuration of desktop virtualization components. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2476 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Operating Systems Security
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: ITNW 2417 (Network Security).
Course Description: This course deals with the general needs for securing a single computer, or a series of computers, in a network. The primary focus of the course is protecting the operating system, access to the operating system, and the data on that operating system or systems. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2477 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Security Assessments and Auditing
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: ITNW 2446 (Designing a Secure Network).
Course Description: This course covers the procedures, concerns, policies, and practices of security assessment and auditing. The primary focus of the course is three-fold: (1) assessing the security needs in various environments; (2) auditing the current level of security in the environment under study; and (3) recommending a methodology to bring the environment into compliance with the recommended security procedures and policies. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


ITNW 2478 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Incident Response and Handling
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: ITNW 2477 (Security Assessments and Auditing).
Course Description: This course deals with the processes, procedures, precedents, and operations necessary to determine when a security breech has occurred; stabilize and preserve the records and data about the incident for later reporting; prepare and present the incident information to the appropriate agencies; and recover the data and systems following the incident. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


LOTT 1401 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC

Introduction to Fiber Optics
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: An introductory course in fiber optics and its application including advantages of fiber, light transmission in fiber, types of fiber, sources, detectors, and connectors. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


LOTT 2340 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Microwave Fundamentals
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: CETT 1429.
Course Description: This course is an introduction to microwave theory and applications, transmitter and receiver. The student will state the principles of operation and demonstrate the proper, safe operation of microwave signal sources: reflex klystron, backward wave oscillator (BWO), traveling wave tube (TWT), magnetron, gunn effect device, and impact diode. The student will demonstrate the use of various types of measurement devices including but not limited to: microwave power meters, voltage standing wave radio (VSWR) meters, slotted lines, frequency meters, and attenuators. The student will perform the calculation and conversion of measured values to a useful form; and verify through calculations and measurements characteristics of a transmission line and a transmission load. The student will demonstrate theory and use of the following waveguide and coaxial components given ZO and ZL: hybrid junctions, attenuators, detectors, modulators, matching stubs, and directional couplers. The student will state the principles of operation of microwave antennas, phased arrays, and lenses; and state the operating principles of the following terms: time domain reflectometer (TDR), multiplexing, and pulsed radar. (3 Lec.)


QCTC 1243 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Quality Assurance
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent enrollment in MATH 1414 or the equivalent.
Course Description: Principles and applications designed to introduce quality assurance. (2 Lec., 1 Lab.)


QCTC 1301 (3 Credit Hours) New course added November 10, 2015
Offered at CVC

Total Quality Management
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: The study of integrating work processes using team participation through employee empowerment and teamwork emphasizing the philosophy of customer service and satisfaction. (3 Lec., 1 Lab.)

QCTC 1343 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC

Quality Assurance
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent enrollment in MATH 1414 or the equivalent.
Course Description: Principles and applications designed to introduce quality assurance. (3 Lec.)


RBTC 2445 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC

Robot Application, Set-Up And Testing
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: This is a capstone course that provides the student with laboratory experience in the installation, set-up, and testing of robotic cells. Topics include maintenance. The student will demonstrate familiarity with hardwiring and interfacing PLCs, robots, CNC equipment, and support equipment; troubleshoot and debug equipment to make it function in a live automated environment; and apply design techniques to maintain maximum cycle times on an automated system. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)


SMFT 1343 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC

Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: A study of the processes, materials, and equipment used in the manufacturing of semiconductors, including an overview of the semiconductor industry, related terminology, and standard safety practice. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)


SMFT 2231 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Radio Frequency (RF) Power Systems
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: CETT 1429.
Course Description: This course is a study of RF power systems and their applications in the semiconductor manufacturing industry. Topics include plasma physics, RF power amplifiers and oscillators, transmission lines, impedance matching and safety. The student will describe the applications of RF power systems in the semiconductor industry; describe hazards and required safety precautions in RF power systems; analyze the operation of power RD generators; explain the principles of resonance, filter applications, transmission line characteristics, and impedance matching in RF power systems. (2 Lec.)


SMFT 2343 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD.

Semiconductor Technology Manufacturing II
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: SMFT 1343 and CETT 1429.
Course Description: The continuation of Semiconductor Manufacturing I covering the processes, materials, and equipment used in the manufacturing of semiconductors. Topics address process-yield analysis and process troubleshooting. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)



Academic Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.

WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four-year colleges and universities.


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