3credit hour(s)Prerequisite:CIST 1411 This course covers the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in a small network and introduces wireless local area networks (WLAN) and security concepts. Students learn how to configure routers and switches, perform basic network configuration and troubleshooting, identify and mitigate LAN security threats, configure static and dynamic addressing, and configure and secure a basic WLAN. This course uses the Cisco Networking Academy curriculum and is preparation for current industry certifications.