IS 333 Network Administration

Program Outcomes: This course introduces Computer Networks as a problem solving discipline with a particular emphasis on protocols and programming. Program goals are seen as resulting in students

• having a broad theroretical framework.
• having a deep understanding of current technologies.
• having a broad training in the liberal arts.
• being sensative to social and ethical issues.
• understanding how to use technology to serve.
• understanding the Reformed view of vocation.
• being able to use up-to-date platforms and tools.
• being able to operate in business or academia.
• being able to communicate effectively.
• being able to teach themselves.
• making responsible technological decisions.

The course technologies will be based on the SuSE Lynix operating system, the Yast administrative tool, and the vi editor. As a final project the students will switch to Windows. Because network administration involves more than just modifying configuration files, students will also understand and be able to reason about:

• the history and theoretical basis of computer networks
• the ethical and social implications of the construction and use of computer networks
• the implications of computer networks in the context of the reformed Christian faith.

• Course Policies
• Course Syllabus
• Lab Exercises
• Networking Resources