Computer Science and Information Technology - Networking
19 courses · Palomar College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
CSNT 110 Hardware and O.S. Fundamentals
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 3.50 hours lecture, 1.50 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- ITIS 110
Provides the knowledge and skills necessary to build a foundation in computer hardware and operating systems. Includes P.C. hardware and operating system fundamentals; installation, configuration and upgrading; diagnosing and troubleshooting; preventative maintenance; motherboards, processors, and memory; printers; and basic networking including network operating systems. Maps to Comptia A+ Industry Exam.
CSNT 111 Networking Fundamentals
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- ITIS 150
Provides the knowledge and skills necessary to build a solid foundation in computer networking. Includes networking fundamentals, the OSI model, subnetting, features and functions of networking components, and the skills needed to install, configure, and troubleshoot basic networking hardware peripherals and protocols.
CSNT 120 Windows Client
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2.50 hours lecture, 2.00 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- CSNT 111 and CSNT 110
- Transfers to
- CSU
Provides the knowledge and skills necessary to install and configure Microsoft Windows Client (current version) on stand-alone computers and on client computers that are part of a network. Provides knowledge in the areas of Network Configuration, Mobile Computing, System Imaging, Application Management, System Monitoring, Device and user Management, System Access, System Protection, Hardware Management, Resource Sharing and Threat Protection.
CSNT 121 Windows Server
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2.50 hours lecture, 2.00 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- CSNT 111
- Transfers to
- CSU
Provides the knowledge and skills necessary to install, configure, and administer a Microsoft Windows Server (current version) in a Network. Typical network services and applications include Windows Server, Cloud and Azure, DNS, Active Directory, Group Policy, Hybrid Server Management, Storage Services, File Services, Virtualization and Containers, On Prem and Hybrid Connectivity.
CSNT 122 Windows Server Advanced
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- CSNT 111
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- ITIS 155
Provides the knowledge and skills required to secure Windows servers, manage advanced active directory tasks, implement disaster recovery, migrate servers and workloads, manage performance and monitor and troubleshoot server environments.
CSNT 124 Implementing a Microsoft Desktop Application Environment
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- CSNT 121
- Transfers to
- CSU
Provides the knowledge and skills necessary to design and prepare the desktop application environment. Design and implement a presentation virtualization environment, design and implement an application virtualization environment, deploy and manage the application environment, and design business continuity for the desktop and application environment.
CSNT 130 Linux Administration
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
Prepares students in specific areas of Linux including Installation and Localization, Users and Groups, System Monitoring, Boot and Shutdown, Disk and File Management, Networking and Security, GUI and Desktops, Hardware Installation, Cloud and Virtualization, Software Installation, Processes and System Services, Scripting and Automation. Prepares students for certification in CompTIA Linux.
CSNT 150 AWS Academy Cloud Foundations
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
AWS Academy Cloud Foundations is intended for students who seek an overall understanding of cloud computing concepts, independent of specific technical roles. It provides a detailed overview of cloud concepts, AWS core services, security, architecture, pricing, and support. General virtualization infrastructure concepts will also be explored.
CSNT 151 AWS Academy Cloud Architecting
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
AWS Academy Cloud Architecting covers the fundamentals of building IT infrastructure on AWS. The course is designed to teach solution architects on how to optimize their use of the AWS Cloud by understanding AWS services and how they fit into cloud-based solutions. Although architectural solutions can differ depending on the industry, type of application, and size of the business, this course emphasizes best practices for the AWS Cloud that apply to all of them. It also recommends various design patterns to help you think through the process of architecting optimal IT solutions on AWS. Throughout the course, students will explore case studies that showcase how some AWS customers have designed their infrastructures and the strategies and services that they have implemented. Finally, this course provides opportunities for students to build a variety of infrastructures through a guided, hands-on approach.
CSNT 152 AWS Academy Cloud Developing
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
AWS Academy Cloud Developing is designed to help students gain technical expertise in development using cloud technologies and prepare them to take the AWS Certified Developer – Associate level AWS Certification exam.
CSNT 153 AWS Academy Cloud Operations
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
AWS Academy Cloud Operations is designed to prepare participants to pursue entry-level DevOps, support, and cloud operations roles. It will also help prepare them to take the AWS SysOps Administrator – Associate exam. Emphasizing best practices in the AWS Cloud and recommended design patterns, this course will teach students how to solve problems and troubleshoot various scenarios. The course will show students how to create automatable and repeatable deployments of networks and systems on AWS and covers specific AWS features and tools related to configuration and deployment. With case studies and demonstrations, students will learn how some AWS customers design their infrastructures and implement various strategies and services. Students will also have the opportunity to build a variety of infrastructures via guided, hands-on activities.
CSNT 160 Cisco Networking
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2.50 hours lecture, 2.00 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- CSNT 110 Recommended Preparation: CSNT 111
- Transfers to
- CSU
Preparation for Cisco Industry Certification (CCNA). Gives students skills in Networking Concepts, IPv6 Routing, Access Control Lists, Cisco Devices, Wireless Networks, Network Management, IP Addressing, WAN Implementation, Network Security, IPV4 Routing, Advanced Switching, and Cryptography.
CSNT 161 Cisco Router Configuration
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2.50 hours lecture, 2.00 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- CSNT 160
- Transfers to
- CSU
Development of knowledge and skills to install, configure, customize, maintain and troubleshoot Cisco routers and components. This 70-hour course of instruction prepares the student for the Cisco certification examination.
CSNT 181 Hacker Prevention/Security
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2.50 hours lecture, 1.50 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- ITIS 160
In-depth analysis and hands-on experience in PC and network security concepts specific to Microsoft, Unix-based, and Cisco systems. Various topics including hacker prevention and intrusion detection, firewall installation and configuration, wireless network security, disaster recovery, access control lists, identification of malicious code, cryptography and forensics. Team dynamics in a lab environment, planning, installing, and configuring various network security elements regarding hardware, software, and media. Understand and demonstrate proper planning and implementation of a secure network, document and offer training to end-users, executives, and human resources on the proper maintenance of a secure network.
CSNT 250 Cyber Defense and Analysis
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- CSNT 181
- Transfers to
- CSU
Evaluation of cyber security team functions as it pertains to the analysis of organizational defensive measures, threat management and incident response. Topics covered include threat reconnaissance, securing a corporate network, vulnerability management, identity management and secure software coding. Students will learn the process of securing a corporate network, identifying vulnerabilities that can be exploited and responding to a cyber security incident.
CSNT 255 Ethical Hacking Principles
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- CSNT 181
- Transfers to
- CSU
In-depth analysis and hands-on practical experience in computer and network security concepts from an ethical hacking perspective. Various topics include penetration testing methodology, mobile platform attacks, and cloud computing defenses. Students will be taught the five phases of ethical hacking, which include reconnaissance; gaining access; account enumeration; maintaining access, and covering your tracks. Students will learn how to assess the security posture of an organization and use the same techniques malicious hackers use to identify vulnerabilities and remediate problems before a successful attack is perpetrated. Technical knowledge and critical thinking skills will be developed to explore the challenges and legal issues of cybersecurity testing.
CSNT 260 Cisco Advanced Routing and Switching
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2.50 hours lecture, 2.00 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- CSNT 161
- Transfers to
- CSU
Development of knowledge and skills to configure advanced routing protocols, Local Area Networks (LANs), and LAN switching. Design and management of advanced networks. This 70-hour course of instruction prepares the student for the Cisco certification examination.
CSNT 261 Cisco Wide Area Network Design and Support
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2.50 hours lecture, 2.00 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- CSNT 260
- Transfers to
- CSU
Development of knowledge and skills to design and configure advanced Wide Area Network (WAN) projects using Cisco IOS command set. This 70-hour course of instruction prepares the student for the Cisco certification examination.
CSNT 280 Computer Forensics Fundamentals
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
Introduces methods used to properly conduct a computer forensics investigation beginning with a discussion of ethics, while mapping to the objectives of the International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS) certification. Topics covered include an overview of computer forensics as a profession; the computer investigation process; understanding operating systems boot processes and disk structures; data acquisition and analysis; technical writing; and a review of familiar computer forensics tools.