CPT-115: Introduction to Networks

Course Description

This course corresponds to the first semester of the Cisco Networking Academy Exploration track. It introduces students to the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. It uses the OSI and TCP layered models to examine the nature and roles of protocols and services at the application, network, data link, and physical layers. The principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations are introduced to provide a foundation for further studies in computer networking. Hands-on labs for this course use a "model Internet" to allow students to analyze real data without affecting production networks. At the end of the course, students build simple LAN topologies by applying basic principles of cabling, performing basic configurations of network devices such as routers and switches, and implementing IP addressing schemes. Two class hours, two laboratory hours.

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CPT-115 Sections for Spring 2026

With the following scheduling option(s)

5 Sections Offered

CPT-115, Section 105

CRN #21848
Traditional (In-Person)

Instructor(s)

To be announced

Seats Remaining

12

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Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LectureBrighton Campus
Building 09, Room 185
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Monday
10:00 am - 11:50 am
LaboratoryBrighton Campus
Building 09, Room 185
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Wednesday
10:00 am - 11:50 am
Type Lecture
Location Brighton Campus
Building 09, Room 185
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Monday
10:00 am - 11:50 am
Type Laboratory
Location Brighton Campus
Building 09, Room 185
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Wednesday
10:00 am - 11:50 am

CPT-115, Section 205

CRN #34719
Traditional (In-Person)

Instructor(s)

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Seats Remaining

12

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Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LectureBrighton Campus
Building 09, Room 185
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Tuesday
5:30 pm - 7:20 pm
LaboratoryBrighton Campus
Building 09, Room 185
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Thursday
5:30 pm - 7:20 pm
Type Lecture
Location Brighton Campus
Building 09, Room 185
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Tuesday
5:30 pm - 7:20 pm
Type Laboratory
Location Brighton Campus
Building 09, Room 185
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Thursday
5:30 pm - 7:20 pm

CPT-115, Section SL1

CRN #36053
Online/Virtual Campus (asynchronous)

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12

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Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LaboratoryOnline
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026N/A
LectureOnline
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026N/A
Type Laboratory
Location Online
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time N/A
Type Lecture
Location Online
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time N/A

CPT-115, Section SL2

CRN #36392
Online/Virtual Campus (asynchronous)

Instructor(s)

To be announced

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12

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0

Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LaboratoryOnline
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026N/A
LectureOnline
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026N/A
Type Laboratory
Location Online
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time N/A
Type Lecture
Location Online
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time N/A

CPT-115, Section SL3

CRN #36436
Online/Virtual Campus (asynchronous)

Instructor(s)

To be announced

Seats Remaining

12

Already on Waitlist

0

Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LaboratoryOnline
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026N/A
LectureOnline
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026N/A
Type Laboratory
Location Online
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time N/A
Type Lecture
Location Online
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time N/A