CIST2451

Networking Fundamentals

Fall 2011

CISCO NETWORKING ACADEMY CIST2451 CCNA-1 Networking Fundamentals Fall 2011 CRN: 20816

Office: 1124, Bldg F, Chattahoochee Campus Phone: 770.528.4591 E-mail: dhoward@chattahoocheetech.edu

Office / Advisement Hours

Day Mon. Wed. Hours 8-12, 1-5, 6-8 8-12, 6:30-8

or by appointment

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INSTRUCTOR: Mr. Dexter Howard SEMESTER BEGINNING: 8/22/11 HOLIDAYS: 9/5, 9/6, 11/23 11/26 TIME: 1:15PM 3:45PM DAYS: Tues. 1. PREREQUISITES: None. SEMESTER: Fall 2011 SEMESTER ENDING: 12/14/11 CREDIT HOURS: 4 CONTACT HOURS: Class 4; Lab - 4 ROOM: F1145

2. COURSE DESCRIPTION: The focus of this course is on learning the fundamentals of networking. In this course, you will learn both the practical and conceptual skills that build the foundation for understanding basic networking. First, you will examine human versus network communication and see the parallels between them. Next, you will be introduced to the two major models used to plan and implement networks: OSI and TCP/IP. You will gain an understanding of the layered approach to networks and examine the OSI and TCP/IP layers in detail to understand their functions and services. You will become familiar with the various network devices, network addressing schemes and, finally, the types of media used to carry data across the network. You will gain experience using networking utilities and tools, such as Packet Tracer and Wireshark, to explore networking protocols and concepts. These tools will help you to develop an understanding of how data flows in a network. A special model Internet is also used to provide a test environment where a range of network services and data can be observed and analyzed. 3. TEXT AND RESOURCES: Student Texts:
Network Fundamentals, CCNA Exploration Course Booklet ISBN: 1-58713-243-5 Optional lab manual: Network Fundamentals, CCNA Exploration Labs and Study Guide ISBN: 1-58713-203-6

Resources: Packet Tracer 5.2 4. COURSE GOALS AND OBJECTIVES: Chapter 1 - Chapter 1 presents the basics of communication and how networks have changed our lives. You will be introduced to the concepts of networks, data, local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), quality of service (QoS), security issues, network collaboration services, and Packet Tracer activities. In the labs, you will learn how to set up a wiki and establish an instant messaging session. Chapter 2 - Chapter 2 focuses on how networks are modeled and used. You will be introduced to the OSI and TCP/IP models and to the process of data encapsulation. You will learn about the network tool Wireshark, which is used for analyzing network traffic, and will explore the differences between a real network and a simulated network. In the lab, you will build your first network - a small peer-to-peer network. Chapter 3 - Using a top-down approach to teaching networking, Chapter 3 introduces you to the top network model layer, the Application layer. In this context, you will explore the interaction of protocols, services, and applications, with a focus on HTTP, CHATTAHOOCHEE TECHNICAL COLLEGE 2

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DNS, DHCP, SMTP/POP, Telnet and FTP. In the labs, you will practice installing a web server/client and use Wireshark to analyze network traffic. The Packet Tracer activities let you explore how protocols operate at the Application layer. Chapter 4 - Chapter 4 introduces the Transport layer and focuses on how the TCP and UDP protocols apply to the common applications. In the labs and activities, you will incorporate the use of Wireshark, the Windows utilities command netstat, and Packet Tracer to investigate these two protocols. Chapter 5 - Chapter 5 introduces the OSI Network layer. You will examine concepts of addressing and routing and learn about path determination, data packets, and the IP protocol. By the end of this chapter, you will configure hosts to access the local network and explore routing tables. Chapter 6 - In Chapter 6, you will focus on network addressing in detail and learn how to use the address mask, or prefix length, to determine the number of sub networks and hosts in a network. You will also be introduced to ICMP (Internet Control Message Protocol) tools, such as ping and trace. Chapter 7 - Chapter 7 discusses the services provided by Data Link layer. An emphasis is placed on the encapsulation processes that occur as data travels across the LAN and the WAN. Chapter 8 - Chapter 8 introduces the Physical layer. You will discover how data sends signals and is encoded for travel across the network. You'll learn about bandwidth and also about the types of media and their associated connectors. Chapter 9 - In Chapter 9, you will examine the technologies and operation of Ethernet. You will use Wireshark, Packet Tracer activities, and lab exercises to explore Ethernet. Chapter 10 - Chapter 10 focuses on designing and cabling a network. You will apply the knowledge and skills developed in the previous chapters to determine the appropriate cables to use, how to connect devices, and develop an addressing and testing scheme. Chapter 11 - In Chapter 11, you will connect and configure a small network using basic Cisco IOS commands for routers and switches. Upon completion of this final chapter, you will be prepared you to go on to either CCNA Exploration Routing or CCNA Exploration Switching courses. 5. COURSE REQUIREMENTS: To complete the course, you must fulfill the following requirements: Successfully complete all Lab and Study Guide assignments, Complete all tests, hands-on practical, and a comprehension Final Exam All assignments must be completed by the due date listed on the course schedule. There will not be an Incomplete given in this class.

6. TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS
You must have access to the Internet through an Internet Service Provider (ISP) of your choice (the costs for the ISP are your responsibility). No excuses will be accepted for inability to access the Internet.

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Any email communication from the instructor will be sent to the students campus email account. No other email address will be used. If you do not have one, see the Student Services office immediately! Students may contact the instructor using the contact information shown on the first page of this syllabus. 7. EVALUATION PROCEDURES: Grades will be recorded at mid-term and at the end of the quarter. The following schedule must be followed. All assignments must be completed before the due date. There will not be any extensions to this schedule.

Students must attend class for the final exam and the practical.
8. GRADE DISTRIBUTION Grade distribution will be determined according to the following schedule: Chapter Exams Subnetting Quizzes Attendance Presentation Chapter Labs Practical Final Exam 9. 15% 5% 5% 20% 20% 15% 20%

Chapter Exams 20% All tests will be taken on-line. You are allowed to take each exam only once. You will be able to take the exam up to 1 times. Chapter tests cannot be taken after the due date. (See Class Schedule below) These tests can be taken from home

9. Subnetting Quizzes 15% Subnetting quizzes will be taken in class at the start of class. They will be closed book. There are no make-ups. If you are not in class when they are given, you will receive a zero grade for that days quiz. 10.Attendance 5% Each class will begin with a class discussion on subjects related to the class. All students are expected to participate. If you do not attend class and sign the daily sign-in roster, you do not receive credit for this part of the class no exceptions. 11.Presentation 5% Each student will be required to present a networking article to the class. The article should address a relevant current networking issue. Each student will be assigned a day on which he/she is to present. The student should provide a printed copy of the article to the instructor on the day that he/she is to present. Failure to present on the assigned day will result in a grade loss of 50% for each day late. If a student misses the assigned date, he/she should present on the next class meeting. 12. Chapter Labs 20% At the end of each chapter is a Skills Integration Challenge Lab, which is to be completed using the Packet Tracer Simulator. This lab should be completed and a screen snapshot taken of the results completion screen. The screen snapshot should be pasted into a MS word document and the word document should be posted into the provided dropbox in Angel learning. Students are expected to complete their CHATTAHOOCHEE TECHNICAL COLLEGE 4

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labs on time. Late labs and labs submitted in the wrong format (i.e. wrong screen snapshot or not in a MS word document) will not be accepted and will result is a grade of zero. 13. Practical - 20% Each individual will complete lab practical, which will be timed, open-book, and completed in class using the packet tracer simulator. 14. FINAL EXAM 15% The final exam must be taken in class. Students cannot advance to the next semester unless all blocks are completed including the course evaluation. 15.GRADING SCALE The grading scale at CTC will be followed: A= 90 100 B= 80 89 C= 70 79 D= 60 69 F= < 60

A grade of Incomplete will not be given.

16.Withdrawal It is the students responsibility to know the schools withdrawal policy. Students must initiate withdrawal from a course(s) by completing the appropriate form through the Student Services Office. The instructor will not initiate withdrawal for students who stop attending the course. Students are aware of all requirements for the course from the first day of class; therefore, it is expected that all requirements for the course will be met in a timely manner. Students will not be given extra time or instruction for assignments missed due to habitual absences or tardiness. 17.PLAGIARISM According to THE AMERICAN HERITAGE DICTIONARY OF THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE, plagiarize means "to steal and use (the ideas of writings of another) as one's own." Students who plagiarize are subject to failing the course. 18.ACADEMIC DISHONESTY A student is subject to disciplinary action by the institute, which may include suspension or expulsion for academic dishonesty including cheating, plagiarism and providing false information to the institution. 19.LEGAL STATEMENT Offensive statements regarding ones race, sex, creed, national origin, physical disability or mental disability is inappropriate and will not be tolerated. These statements may be considered a violation of the standards of conduct as stated in the current catalog on page 37. 20. CLASSROOM DECORUM TAKE SPECIAL NOTICE TO THIS SECTION FOOD/DRINK: Eating and drinking are not permitted in any of the classrooms and computer rooms. Students who bring food and/or drink to class will be asked to leave. TELEPHONES/BEEPERS: Students are asked to turn off the sound for their telephones and/or beepers. Students who do not adhere to these requirements will be asked to leave. SLEEPING/RESTING: Students are asked to remain actively involved in the classroom activities. Students who sleep or rest heads on desks will be counted absent for the class period.

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CLASSROOM ABSENCES: Students may certainly leave the room for emergency situations. Students who habitually leave the classroom for extended periods of time (10 minutes or longer) will be counted absent for the entire class time. TARDINESS: Students who arrive in class fifteen minutes after the roll has been called will be counted absent for the entire period. Any material that has been missed because of tardiness is the responsibility of the student to make up on his or her own time. The instructor will not go over material that has been missed because of habitual tardiness. 21.AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT STATEMENT (ADA) An individual with a disability who may require assistance or accommodation in order to participate in or receive the benefit of a service, program or activity, or who desires more information may call 770-528-4529 and ask for the ADA representative. 22.WARRANTY Any graduate of Chattahoochee Technical College who is deficient in a competency identified in the state program standard shall be retrained at the request of the employer at no cost to the employer or employee for tuition or instructional fees. This warrant is valid for two (2) consecutive years following the students date of graduation. 23. No Show Policy (Strictly Enforced) Students who fail to attend the FIRST session of ANY class will be submitted as a NO SHOW and will not be allowed to reinstate. Students who do not LOG ON to an On-line or telecourse by MIDNIGHT the first day of the quarter will be submitted as a NO SHOW and will not be reinstated.

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CIST2451 24.Class Schedule WK (1) 8/23 & 8/25 (2) 8/30 & 9/1 2, 3 Chpt

Networking Fundamentals

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Topics Introductions / Syllabus Review

Assignments

Review Cisco Academy & Review Cisco Academy / Packet Tracer Packet Tracer and Review Subnetting Basics Introduction to Subnetting Communicating Over the Network Application Layer Functionality & Protocols Introduction to Subnetting Packet Tracer Skills Integration Challenge and Chpt Exam & Subnetting Quiz(s)

(3) 9/8

OSI Transport Layer Introduction to Subnetting

Packet Tracer Skills Integration Challenge and Chpt Exam & Subnetting Quiz(s) Packet Tracer Skills Integration Challenge and Chpt Exam & Subnetting Quiz(s) Packet Tracer Skills Integration Challenge and Chpt Exam

(4) 9/13 & 9/15 (5) 9/20 & 9/22 (6) 9/27 & 9/29 (7) 10/4 & 10/6 (8) 10/11 & 10/13

5, 6

OSI Network Layer Addressing the Network: IPv4

7, 8

OSI Data Link Layer OSI Physical Layer

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Configuring and Testing Your Network Packet Tracer Skills Integration Challenge and Chpt Exam Packet Tracer Skills Integration Challenge and Chpt Exam N/A

9, 10 Ethernet Planning and Cabling Networks N/A Practical (In Class Open Book, 2 Hrs.) Final Exam (In Class Close Book, 2 Hrs.)

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