Course Description:

Introduces the current networking hardware and software skills necessary to succeed in the dynamic field of networking. Includes networking fundamentals such as the networking standards and Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model, transmission basics, network protocols, topologies and access methods, network operating systems, and troubleshooting and network security. Transfer credit: CSU.

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Course Corequisites:

NONE

Section Information as of 12-JUL-2026 07:07:28 AM

• CRN: 30348
• Instructor: Rickard, Kevin
• Section Corequisites: NONE
•  Participates in Zero Textbook Cost Program
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• Delivery Mode: This is a fully online class without pre-scheduled meetings.
•  NOTE: CRN 30348 Late Start Class - Zoom Course Orientation is Tuesday January 21st from 7:30-8:30 pm. Orientation will be Live and Recorded and archived in Canvas Course. Course uses Cisco Academy Network curriculum which includes Virtual Labs. If you cannot attend Zoom Orientation, contact Kevin Rickard – krickard@vcccd.edu to make other arrangements. Login to Canvas Course for Zoom meeting Details. For more information, see www.moorparkcollege.edu/destudents and www.moorparkcollege.edu/decourses
• Course Materials: Moorpark College Bookstore

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