Wireless Data Communications (CIS 285)

Term: 2024-2025 School Year Summer Term

Faculty

Derek Joseph LivermontShow MyInfo popup for Derek Joseph Livermont

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Derek Livermont is a proud STC grad currently working as an Associate Network Architect for SONIFI Solutions. Since graduating, his work has been a mix of network engineering, Linux administration, and more recently in Python development and network automation. He is currently completing a Bachelors in Software Development at Bellevue University. 

 

Schedule

Mon-Wed, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM (5/19/2025 - 7/25/2025) Location: SF TECH 107

Description

Teaches the principles of installing and maintaining wireless local area networks. Students will be given the opportunity to learn about wireless technologies in computer networking. They will set up 802.11 wireless networks from Cisco, Unifi, D-Link and other vendors. In the lab, students will do site audits to best place the access points for better range and throughput, with a focus on security. Wireless standards will be covered to better understand the technology. Prerequisite: CIS 112, CIS 171