HELP	ARTD-Arts   BSSD-Behav. & Social Sci.   HUMD-Humanities    NSLD-Nat. Sci. with Lab   NSND-Nat. Sci. NO lab   [M] - Multicultural CE -- Credit by Exam available     (...only)  -- offered only on indicated campus(es)     G - Germantown    R - Rockville    TP - Takoma Park/Silver Spring
Course	Course Title	Semester Hours	Subject
NW 101	INTRO TO WIRELESS TECHNOLOGIES	3 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    An examination of the rapid change from wired telephony and wired networks to wireless technologies. Students learn how radio frequency is used in wireless and how wireless network cards communicate with Access Points (the antenna for wireless). The course covers how industry classifies wireless data communications today and looks at the advantages and disadvantages of various data communication systems. Cellular technology, antennas, base station and telephone switches are introduced. The new technologies in wireless that augment cellular technology are discussed. (G only) Assessment level: MA 100/101/103. Three hours each week.
NW 127	MICROCOMPUTER CONTROL PROGRAMS	3 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    An introduction to microcomputer control systems. Topics include DOS, Microsoft Windows, Linux, Novell. Students troubleshoot a variety of software-related problems. In addition, this course prepares students to take the software section of the CompTIA A+ Certificate. (G only) Assessment level: RD 099/103. Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory each week.
NW 127L	MICROCOMPUTER CONTROL PROGRAMS	No Credit	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    Laboratory component of NW 127.
NW 130	NETWORK CABLING TECHNOLOGY	3 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    Features hands-on instruction designed to cover cabling techniques using coax, copper and fiber for video, voice data communications and networking. Students will master basic cabling techniques using state-of-the-market equipment in accordance with industry standards. (G only) Assessment levels: MA 100/101/103, RD 099/103. Two hours lecture, three hours laboratory each week.
HELP	ARTD-Arts   BSSD-Behav. & Social Sci.   HUMD-Humanities    NSLD-Nat. Sci. with Lab   NSND-Nat. Sci. NO lab   [M] - Multicultural CE -- Credit by Exam available     (...only)  -- offered only on indicated campus(es)     G - Germantown    R - Rockville    TP - Takoma Park/Silver Spring
Course	Course Title	Semester Hours	Subject
NW 130L	NETWORK CABLING TECHNOLOGY	No Credit	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    Laboratory component of NW 130.
NW 140	MICROCOMPUTER CONFIG/INSTALL	3 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    An introduction to the personal computer hardware system and the various subsystems to upgrade a basic PC in order to expand its capabilities. Hardware options include, but are not limited to, displays/monitors, expanded memory, co-processors, hard drives, modems, printers, scanners, and multimedia. The process of setting up a computer with its subsystem configuration, together with running the verification software, will be defined. Included in the course is preventive maintenance and hands-on opportunities to troubleshoot and configure systems. In addition, this course prepares students to take the core (hardware) section of the CompTIA A+ Certificate. (G only) Assessment level: RD 099/103. Two hours lecture, three hours laboratory each week.
NW 140L	MICROCOMPUTER CONFIG/INSTALL	No Credit	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    Laboratory component of NW 140.
NW 150	ELECTRONICS FOR WIRELESS	4 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    Designed as the first in a series of wireless courses. Students are trained in the use of oscilloscopes, frequency analyzers, signal generators, power supplies, and analog and digital multimeters. Topics include technical notation, ac/dc, logic circuits, amplifier circuits, and the theory and operation of solid state devices. Students are introduced to inductors, capacitors, transformers, diodes, bipolar junction transistors (BJTs) and field effect transistors (FETs). (G only) Assessment levels: MA 100/101/103, RD 099/103. Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory each week.
HELP	ARTD-Arts   BSSD-Behav. & Social Sci.   HUMD-Humanities    NSLD-Nat. Sci. with Lab   NSND-Nat. Sci. NO lab   [M] - Multicultural CE -- Credit by Exam available     (...only)  -- offered only on indicated campus(es)     G - Germantown    R - Rockville    TP - Takoma Park/Silver Spring
Course	Course Title	Semester Hours	Subject
NW 150L	ELECTRONICS FOR WIRELESS	No Credit	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    Laboratory component of NW 150.
NW 151	INTRODUCTION TO NETWORKING	3 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    An introduction to networking technologies. This course covers the basics of networking, the open systems interconnection (OSI) reference model, transmission control protocol/Internet protocol (TCP/IP) addressing, electricity, specifications and techniques of building data cabling, and local area network/wide area network (LAN/WAN) technologies. (G only) Assessment level: MA 100/101/103. Three hours each week.
NW 170	NETWORK OPERATING SYSTEMS	3 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    An introduction to computer network operating systems. The topics include wireless network systems, sharing disks and files through Server Networking Operating Systems, and using Windows, Linux and Novell Servers. Students will install and configure Windows, Linux and Novell OS. (G only) Assessment levels: MA 100/101/103, RD 099/103. Three hours each week.
NW 173	NETWORK SECURITY	3 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    An examination of security issues involved in the use of wired networks. Tools and techniques used to safeguard private and government enterprise computer organizations are addressed. (G only) PREREQUISITE: NW 151 or consent of department. Two hours lecture, three hours laboratory each week.
HELP	ARTD-Arts   BSSD-Behav. & Social Sci.   HUMD-Humanities    NSLD-Nat. Sci. with Lab   NSND-Nat. Sci. NO lab   [M] - Multicultural CE -- Credit by Exam available     (...only)  -- offered only on indicated campus(es)     G - Germantown    R - Rockville    TP - Takoma Park/Silver Spring
Course	Course Title	Semester Hours	Subject
NW 173L	NETWORK SECURITY	No Credit	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    Laboratory component of NW 173.
NW 199	WINDOWS CLIENT OPERATING SYSTM	3 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    An introduction to the concepts and skills necessary to support the most current Microsoft Windows network client operating system. The course covers technical areas that include installation, administration, basic security, and troubleshooting and is designed for students seeking Microsoft professional certification (MCSA and MCSE). (G only) PREREQUISITE: NW 151, or successful completion of CompTIA's Network+ certification examination, or appropriate networking experience with consent of department. Three hours each week.
NW 203	MICROSOFT WINDOWS SERVER	3 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    Introduction to the concepts and skills necessary to support the current Windows server operating system. Enterprise server systems areas include installation, administration, and troubleshooting. Designed for students on the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer Track, this course provides them with the knowledge and skills required for NW 204 and helps prepare them for Microsoft Professional Certification for installing, configuring and administering the current version of Microsoft Windows. (G only) PREREQUISITE: NW 151 or consent of department. Three hours each week.
NW 204	SUPPORT MICROSOFT WINDOW NTWRK	3 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    Designed for new-to-product support professionals. This course teaches the concepts and skills necessary to install, configure, manage, and support a network infrastructure that uses the current Microsoft Windows Server products. (G only) PREREQUISITE: NW 203 or consent of department. Three hours each week.
HELP	ARTD-Arts   BSSD-Behav. & Social Sci.   HUMD-Humanities    NSLD-Nat. Sci. with Lab   NSND-Nat. Sci. NO lab   [M] - Multicultural CE -- Credit by Exam available     (...only)  -- offered only on indicated campus(es)     G - Germantown    R - Rockville    TP - Takoma Park/Silver Spring
Course	Course Title	Semester Hours	Subject
NW 205	IMPLEMENT ADMIN MICRO WINDOWS	3 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    Covers the concepts and skills necessary to install, configure, and administer the current version of Microsoft Windows directory services. This course also provides them with the knowledge and skills required for Microsoft professional certification (MCSA or MCSE). In addition, the course focuses on implementing Group Policy and understanding the Group Policy tasks required to centrally manage users and computers. (G only) PREREQUISITE: NW 203 or consent of department. Three hours each week.
NW 208	DSGN MICRO WIN NETWRK SERVICES	3 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    (Microsoft Course 1562) This course provides students with the concepts and skills for developing a Microsoft Windows 2000 networking services solution for enterprise networks. Designed for those on the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) Windows 2000 Track, it can fulfill the fifth core course requirement or serve as an elective course for the Windows 2000 MCSE. The course helps prepare students for Microsoft Certification Examination 70-221, Designing a Microsoft Windows 2000 Network Infrastructure. (CE) PREREQUISITE: NW 205, successful completion of Microsoft Examination 70-217 (Implementing and Administering a Microsoft Windows 2000 Directory Services Infrastructure), or appropriate networking experience with consent of department.
NW 229	WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS	4 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    An introduction to modulation and demodulation theory and circuits used in amplitude, phase and pulse code modulation. Analysis of receiver and transmitter characteristics including sensitivity, noise, tuning and alignment techniques, properties of transmission lines and impedance matching will be incorporated. This course also covers the fundamentals of Base Stations, Mobile Switching Centers and how the system functions as a whole (ASK, FSK, PSK, QAM, CDMA, W-CDMA, TDMA, GSM, PCS, CDPD and the third generation (3G) digital technologies). (G only) PREREQUISITES: NW 150 and NW 151. Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory each week.
NW 229L	WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS	No Credit	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    Laboratory component of NW 229.
HELP	ARTD-Arts   BSSD-Behav. & Social Sci.   HUMD-Humanities    NSLD-Nat. Sci. with Lab   NSND-Nat. Sci. NO lab   [M] - Multicultural CE -- Credit by Exam available     (...only)  -- offered only on indicated campus(es)     G - Germantown    R - Rockville    TP - Takoma Park/Silver Spring
Course	Course Title	Semester Hours	Subject
NW 245	HARDENING THE INFRASTRUCTURE	3 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    Provides network administrators with an awareness of security-related issues and the essential skills they need to implement security in a given network. This course deals directly with protective security technologies in today's environments - transmission control protocol (TCP) packet analysis, operating systems (OS) hardening, router security, firewalls systems, intrusion detective systems, virus protection, virtual private networks (VPN), and disaster recovery. (G only) (CE) PREREQUISITE: NW 173 or consent of department. Three hours each week.
NW 246	NETWORK DEFENSE AND COUNTER-M	3 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    Focuses on understanding the architecture for network defense and helps prepare students for the Security Certified Network Professional Certification examination. Topics include network attacks and defenses, firewall systems, design and configuration, virtual private network (VPN) configuration, designing and configuring intrusion detection systems, intrusion signatures, and network security policies and configurations. (G only) (CE) PREREQUISITE: NW 173 or consent of department. Three hours each week.
NW 252	CISCO ROUTERS & ROUTING BASICS	3 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    An examination of initial router configuration, Cisco IOS Software management, routing protocol configuration, TCP/IP, and access control lists (ACLs). Students configure routers, manage Cisco IOS Software, configure routing protocols, and create access lists controlling access to the router. In addition, this course is the second in a series of four designed to help prepare students to take the CCNA certification exam. (G only) PREREQUISITE: NW 151, or completion of Cisco Academy Semester 1 (CCNA 1), or consent of department. Three hours each week.
NW 253	CISCO ROUTER CONFIG & MGMT II	3 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    (CISCO Networking Academy -- Semester 3) This course is the third in a series of courses designed to prepare students for the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) exam and the Network+ exam. It covers router user interfaces and modes, configuration, addressing, routing protocols, and network management. (G only) (CE) PREREQUISITE: NW 252 or equivalent knowledge and consent of department.
HELP	ARTD-Arts   BSSD-Behav. & Social Sci.   HUMD-Humanities    NSLD-Nat. Sci. with Lab   NSND-Nat. Sci. NO lab   [M] - Multicultural CE -- Credit by Exam available     (...only)  -- offered only on indicated campus(es)     G - Germantown    R - Rockville    TP - Takoma Park/Silver Spring
Course	Course Title	Semester Hours	Subject
NW 254	CISCO ROUTER CONFIG & MGMT III	3 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    (CISCO Networking Academy -- Semester 4) This course is the fourth in a series of courses designed to prepare students for the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) exam and the Network+ exam. It covers router user interfaces and modes, configuration, addressing, routing protocols, and network management. (G only) (CE) PREREQUISITE: NW 253 or equivalent knowledge and consent of department.
NW 255	CISCO ADVANCED ROUTING	6 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    (CISCO Networking Academy -- Semester 5) This course initiates student preparation for Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification. Focused on constructing scalable networks, advanced routing concepts, and the Cisco CCNP Routing Exam, it builds on materials covered in four semesters of the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) program (Montgomery College courses NW 151, NW 252, NW 253, and NW 254). Topics include scalable networks, advanced IP addressing techniques, dynamic routing, single-area and point-to-multipoint OSPF, multiarea OSPF, EIGRP, route optimization, BGP, scaling BGP, and network security. PREREQUISITE: NW 254, CCNA certification, or equivalent knowledge and consent of department. Four hours lecture, four hours laboratory each week.
NW 256	CISCO REMOTE ACCESS NETWORKS	4 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    (CISCO Networking Academy -- Semester 6) This course furthers student preparation for Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification. Focused on constructing Cisco remote access networks and the Cisco CCNP Remote Access Exam, it builds on materials covered in four semesters of the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) program (Montgomery College courses NW 151, NW 252, NW 253, and NW 254). Topics include selecting, assembling, and cabling WAN components; configuring asynchronous connections with modems; configuring PPP and controlling network access; accessing the central site with Windows, using ISDN and DDR technologies; optimizing the use of DDR interface-dialer profiles; using X.25 for remote access; frame relay connection and traffic flow control; enabling backup to a permanent connection; managing network performance; scaling IP address with NAT; using AAA to scale access control; emerging remote-access technologies; and configuring the Cisco 700 series router. PREREQUISITE: NW 254, CCNA certification, or equivalent knowledge and consent of department. Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory each week.
NW 257	CISCO MULTI-LAYER SWITCHING	4 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    (CISCO Networking Academy -- Semester 7) This course advances student preparation for Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification. Focused on creating Cisco scalable networks and the Cisco CCNP Switching Exam, it builds on the materials covered in four semesters of the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) program (Montgomery College courses NW 151, NW 252, NW 253, and NW 254). Topics include campus network and design models; LAN media; configuring the switch; introduction to VLANs; spanning tree protocol (STP) and redundant links; routing between VLANs; multilayer switching; hot standby routing protocol (HSRP); multicasting; and restricting network access. PREREQUISITE: NW 254, CCNA certification, or equivalent knowledge and consent of department. Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory each week.
HELP	ARTD-Arts   BSSD-Behav. & Social Sci.   HUMD-Humanities    NSLD-Nat. Sci. with Lab   NSND-Nat. Sci. NO lab   [M] - Multicultural CE -- Credit by Exam available     (...only)  -- offered only on indicated campus(es)     G - Germantown    R - Rockville    TP - Takoma Park/Silver Spring
Course	Course Title	Semester Hours	Subject
NW 258	CISCO INTERNETWORK TROUBL&SUPP	4 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    (CISCO Networking Academy -- Semester 8) This course completes student preparation for Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification. Focused on Internetwork troubleshooting and support and the Cisco CCNP Support Exam, it builds on materials covered in three semesters of the CCNP program (Montgomery College courses NW 255, NW 256, and NW 257). Topics include troubleshooting methodologies; management and diagnostic tools; protocol overview; troubleshooting TCP/IP; troubleshooting in a LAN switch environment; troubleshooting VLAN issues; routing and switching process; troubleshooting frame relay; troubleshooting ISDN; Novel IPX; Apple Talk; troubleshooting EIGRP; troubleshooting OSPF; and troubleshooting BGP. PREREQUISITES: NW 255, NW 256, and NW 257, or completion of Cisco Networking Academy Semesters 5, 6, and 7 and consent of department. Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory each week.
NW 261	MANAGING NETWORK SECURITY I	4 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    Focuses on the overall security processes in a network with particular emphasis on skills in the following areas: 10 Security policy design and management; 2) Security technologies, products and solutions; 3) Firewall and secure router design, installation, configuration, and maintenance; 4) AAA implementation using routers and firewalls; and 5) Securing the network at both layer 2 and 3 of the OSI model. This course and NW 262 - Managing Network Security II, help prepare students to sit for the Securing Networks with Cisco Routers and Switches (SNRS) and Securing Networks with PIX and ASA (SNPA) Security Certification exams. These are two of the five exams that count toward the Cisco Certified Security Professional (CCSP) certification. In addition, Cisco Network Academy students who pass these exams will be able to apply for Cisco Firewall/ASA Specialist status. (G only) (CE) PREREQUISITE: NW 254 or CCNA Certification or consent of department. Four hours each week.
NW 262	MANAGING NETWORK SECURITY II	4 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    Designed for students interested in securing the network infrastructure. the Managing Network Security II course focuses on the overall security processes in a network with particular emphasis on skills in the following areas: 1) firewall and secure router design, installation, configuration, and maintenance; 2) Intrusion Prevention (IPS) implementation using routers and firewalls; and 3) VPN implementation using routers and firewalls. This course stresses documentation, design, and installation issues, as well as laboratory safety, on-the-job safety, and working effectively in group environments. This course and NW 261 Managing Network Security I help prepare students to sit for the Securing Networks with Cisco Routers and Switches (SNRS) and Securing Networks with PIX and ASA (SNPA) Security Certification exams. These are two of the five exams that count toward the Cisco Certified Security Professional (CCSP) certification. In addition, Cisco Firewall/ASA Specialist status. (G only) (CE) PREREQUISITE: NW 254 or CCNA Certification or equivalent knowledge and consent of department. Four hours each week.
NW 264	NETWORK AND WIRELESS TROUBLES	4 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    Designed for students with a career goal that focuses on wireless communications, networks and microcomputers. Students use hardware and software to be able to be computer technicians, interoperability testers, two-way radio technicians, and wireless support engineers. Students troubleshoot the computers, antennas, cellular networking in the base station, and switching center in the wireless sites. (G only) PREREQUISITES: NW 127, NW 140, NW 150, NW 151, and NW 170. Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory each week.
HELP	ARTD-Arts   BSSD-Behav. & Social Sci.   HUMD-Humanities    NSLD-Nat. Sci. with Lab   NSND-Nat. Sci. NO lab   [M] - Multicultural CE -- Credit by Exam available     (...only)  -- offered only on indicated campus(es)     G - Germantown    R - Rockville    TP - Takoma Park/Silver Spring
Course	Course Title	Semester Hours	Subject
NW 269	NETWORK & WIRELESS TECH INTSP	1-4 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    Internship in a professional environment related to the Network and Wireless Technologies program. Students accumulate appropriate work experience that enriches their knowledge and expands career possibilities. Students must propose the internship on their own but assistance is provided in developing their resume. Students maintain comprehensive records of work experience for course purposes and for seminar discussions. An internship credit requires a minimum of five hours of work experience per semester hour each week for 15 weeks and eight hours of seminar discussions each semester. Students may work five hours per week for one semester to earn 1 credit and can earn 4 credits in four semesters or may work 20 hours per week for one semester and earn four credits in a semester. (G only) PREREQUISITE: Consent of department. Five to twenty hours work experience each week and eight hours of seminar discussions.
NW 270	INFORMATION SECURITY CAPSTONE	3 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    Provides a review of methods for identifying network vulnerabilities, implementing network defense and exploring network forensics. Students have opportunities to implement a layered defense on a practical network, including using tools to analyze the vulnerabilities of a network. Additionally, students will research products that could serve as countermeasures against potential attacks, implement security features of the network's operating systems and develop alternate solutions based upon cost and level of security required. The course also provides students with the practice skills necessary to enhance their network security background and prepare for Professional Security Certification(s). (G only) (CE) PREREQUISITE: NW 246 or consent of department. Three hours each week.
NW 274	ADV WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS	4 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    Builds on the technology taught in NW 229. The course covers advanced modulation and demodulation (amplitude, frequency, pulse and digital), coding and decoding, channels, multiplexing and access technology, sampling techniques, PAM, TDM, CDMA, TDMA, GSM, EVDO, IPBH, DS0, DS1, DS3, OC3, OC12, microwave, cellular call flow, and wireless performance such as signal level and error rate, keying and transmission media. Students use oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and the Telecommunications Instructional Modeling System (TIMS). The course also covers Wi-Fi to include base-band, broadband, and Multi-channel Multipoint Distribution Service (MNMDS). (G only) PREREQUISITES: NW 229. Four hours each week.
NW 275	WIRELESS SECURITY	3 semester hours	NW-Network and Wireless Tech
Course Description:    An examination of wireless security problems to include the different techniques and software used by those who want unauthorized access to a network or computer, what security methodology exists and what equipment and software are available for wireless security. Students work in teams as network administrators trying to protect the system or as individuals attempting to penetrate the system either overtly or covertly. (G only) PREREQUISITE: NW 173. Three hours each week.

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