Online Computer Networking

CIS 194 - Computer Networking in Organizations

Overview

This course is the second in a series that will prepare learners for a Google IT Certificate. Learn more about the certificate here.

This course is designed to provide a full overview of computer networking.

Course prerequisites and requirements

To be successful in this course, we recommend English language fluency and computer literacy. We also encourage you to make sure your laptop or desktop computer meets the technical requirements.

This course utilizes Google’s Qwiklabs which is available to learners 18+

Required prerequisite for this course:

  • CIS 194 Business Technology Fundamentals

Quick facts

  • Credits: 2
  • Length: On-demand
  • Cost: $25 + $400

What you’ll learn

  • Describe computer networks in terms of a five-layer model
  • Understand all of the standard protocols involved with TCP/IP communications
  • Grasp powerful network troubleshooting tools and techniques
  • Learn network services like DNS and DHCP that help make computer networks run
  • Understand cloud computing, everything as a service, and cloud storage

What to expect in class

Videos, exercises, Google provided content, quizzes, and writing assignments

Exams and grading

58%

Google Module Completion

34%

Quizzes

8%

Written Assignment

Transcript

This course appears on your transcript identically to how it appears on the transcript of an enrolled ASU student who has taken the course on one of ASU’s campuses. Course attendance dates will be listed on your transcript. An on-demand course will appear on your transcript in the session you complete the course.

This course satisfies 2 credit hours at Arizona State University. It is strongly encouraged that you consult with your institution of choice to determine how these credits will be applied to their degree requirements prior to transferring your credit.

Faculty and course staff

Paul

Paul

McCarthy

Assistant Teaching Professor,

Department of Information Systems

Arizona State University

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Joey

Joey

Choi

Online Course Manager,

Learning Enterprise

Arizona State University

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Why take ASU Universal Learner Courses

  1. Credit you receive is from a regionally accredited university
  2. Your credit is highly transferable
  3. You only pay the $400 course cost if you pass

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