Network Monitoring

Class Number: CISNET 10150149-1 - Network Monitoring
Offering Status: Open
Academic Level: Post_Secondary
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Course Description

10-150-149 NETWORK MONITORING ...this course provides the opportunity for the learner to develop the knowledge, skills, process and understanding of protocol analysis at the packet level focusing on network performance, real-time monitoring of network traffic, and the configuration of Intrusion Detection Systems to continually monitor network traffic for security anomalies. (Prerequisite: 10-150-200, Cisco Intro with a "C" or better)

Course Typically Offered

  • Fall
  • Spring

Most NWTC classes are offered in 8-week sessions. Learn more about how our class schedule can help you succeed.

What will I learn?

  1. Configure packet capture software on a monitoring station.
  2. Create filters in packet capture software to display specific types of communication.
  3. Implement various methods of capturing network traffic.
  4. Capture packets based on mid-level network protocols such as TCP, UDP, and ICMP.
  5. Capture packets based on typical network applications such as HTTP, FTP, DNS, and others.
  6. Create a baseline of network traffic that is considered normal in a given environment.
  7. Use packet capture software to monitor network traffic for deviations from normal baseline traffic.
  8. Configure intrusion detection software (IDS) to continuously monitor network traffic for deviations from normal network traffic.
  9. Create IDS rules to alert network administrators when specific network traffic is observed.

Class Details

Class Number:
CISNET 10150149-1 - Network Monitoring
Location:
NWTC Green Bay
Date:
-
Delivery:
Blended-less than 50% online
Term:
2026 Fall Session 1

Class Notes

Class Format: 

  • Combination of in-person and online instruction. 

  • Attend in-person sessions at specified dates, times, and location. 

  • Access remaining instruction online. 

Meetings Times

Dates Day(s) / Time Location
8/19/2026 - 10/12/2026 Online
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
8/19/2026 - 10/12/2026 Wednesday
5:30 PM - 8:15 PM
Green Bay Campus Room BT338

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