IT 315 is a course that involves studying in-depth concepts related to network infrastructure and design. Throughout this course, several assignments involved sourcing and pricing components for building local networks. This involved following best practices, conducting in-depth research, and creating layouts that fit the constraints of the assignment. Apart from assignments that asked for hypothetical networking solutions, the course also involved hands-on learning opportunities, such as building a patch cable. Overall, this course covers many concepts from CompTIA Network+.
This course provided countless valuable learning opportunities for preparing for the CompTIA Network+ exam and for hands-on learning. My most valuable takeaway from this course was a deeper understanding of what is required to create a local network. Other takeaways included the ability to create proposals for IT-related projects that include estimated costs, benefits, and scale diagrams. Unlike many other courses I completed during my undergraduate experience, this course provided real-world, applicable projects and examples rather than merely presenting and reinforcing cybersecurity concepts.