Course Syllabus for CNS 105-001

Networking Essentials

Instructor: Prof. Reza Dai rdai@oakton.edu

Computer Networking & Systems Spring 2018 (847) 376-7778

I. COURSE CREDIT INFORMATION College Credits: 3 credits; Lecture: 3 hours; Lab: 1 hour Tuesday, Thursday 9:30 am – 11:20 am @ Skokie RHC P151

Office Hours: Monday 12:30-1:30 @ Des Plaines 2171 Tuesday 11:30 – 12:50 @ Skokie P111 Wednesday 12:30-1:30 @ Des Plaines 2171 Thursday 11:30 – 12:50 @ Skokie P111 Friday 8:00 – 10:00 Online

II. PREREQUISITE

Recommend CIS 101 or CIS 103 or consent of instructor, coordinator or program chair.

III. COURSE (CATALOG) DESCRIPTION Course introduces the technologies, terminology, and skills used in the world of data networking. Emphasis is on practical applications of networking and computer technology to real-world problems. Students gain the knowledge necessary to design and install a local area network. Topics include network hardware and software requirements, and network architecture.

IV. LEARNING OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this course the student will have learned to: 1. Define common networking terms and compare different network models 2. Explain the purpose of network components 3. Describe major LAN networking technologies 4. Discuss and identify the different media used in network communications 5. Differentiate among networking models, standards, and protocols 6. Perform IPv4 subnetting and illustrate a LAN network 7. Express advanced features and operation of network devices 8. Develop a network security policy to protect your network 9. Describe commonly used WAN connection 10. Demonstrate building a network on a virtual machine 11. Explain different approaches to network troubleshooting

V. ACADEMIC INTEGRITY Students and employees at Oakton Community College are required to demonstrate academic integrity and follow Oakton’s Code of Academic Conduct. This code prohibits:

cheating, plagiarism (turning in work not written by you, or lacking proper citation), falsification and fabrication (lying or distorting the truth), helping others to cheat, unauthorized changes on official documents, pretending to be someone else or having someone else pretend to be you,

making or accepting bribes, special favors, or threats, and any other behavior that violates academic integrity

There are serious consequences to violations of the academic integrity policy. Oakton’s policies and procedures provide students a fair hearing if a complaint is made against you. If you are found to have violated the policy, the minimum penalty is failure on the assignment and, a disciplinary record will be established and kept on file in the office of the Vice President for Student Affairs for a period of 3 years. Please review the Code of Academic Conduct and the Code of Student Conduct, both located online at www.oakton.edu/studentlife/student-handbook.pdf

VI. SEQUENCE OF TOPICS Introduction to Computer Networks Network Hardware Essentials Network Topologies and Technologies Network Media Network Protocols IP Addressing Network Reference Models and Standards Network Hardware in Depth Introduction to Network Security Wide Area Network Essentials Network Operating System Fundamentals Network Management and Administration Troubleshooting and Support

VII. METHODS OF INSTRUCTION A combination of lectures, hands-on labs, projects, and in class discussions, will be used to master the material.

VIII. COURSE PRACTICES REQUIRED Your regular attendance is expected and will be important to your success in this class. As such, an

attendance sheet will circulate each class meeting and it will get recorded on D2L. Labs are to be done following topic lectures. Participation in class discussions is required for success in this

course. Be prepared with questions for discussion at each class session on the topic to be covered per class. This course will require independent work as no one can accomplish the objectives based solely upon

classroom lectures and labs. If you miss a session, it is your responsibility to maintain pace with the rest of the class with regards to reading assignments, lectures and labs.

Cheating/Plagiarism Policy: Any student caught cheating or plagiarizing will receive zero points for that topic or fail class based on Oakton’s Code of Academic Conduct rules.

Each student is responsible for adhering to the Oakton Code of Academic Conduct as found in the Student Handbook.

All mobile devices should be set to silent or vibrate mode during class. Internet use is strictly limited to class assignments. E-mail, instant messaging, and other electronic messaging techniques are strictly prohibited. Games and extra-departmental/class software is prohibited. No software may be installed on any lab computer for personal usage.

In the event of any type of issue arising during the semester, Oakton Community College documented policies and procedures will be followed.

Please inform the Professor if you cannot attend a class for a Test.

Course may be taught as face-to-face, hybrid or online course.

IX. INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS Textbook: Tomsho, Guide to Networking Essentials, 7th Ed. Cengage Learning, ISBN-13: 978-1-305-10543-0 Software: Transcender Cert, Self-Test CompTIA Network+ Exam (Optional)

X. METHODS OF EVALUATING STUDENT PROGRESS Quizzes 60%

Assignments 15% Labs 15%

Project 10% Grading Scale The following scale will be used to determine the final grade:

Grading Standards Final Grade PercentageSuperior work A > 90%

Good work B 80% to 89% Satisfactory work C 70% to 79 %

Less than satisfactory D 60% to 69% Failure to meet requirements F Less than 60%

Please note that if you are taking this course for a degree or certificate, you must receive a grade of C or better; otherwise, the course cannot be applied toward graduation. Make-up Policy: Make-up will be permitted only if instructor deems appropriate. A consultation with the instructor is required and an agreement will be reached between the student and the instructor. Your final grade will increase by a letter grade if you pass the CompTIA Network+ Cert. Exam by the last day of class

XI. OTHER COURSE INFORMATION If you have a documented learning, psychological, or physical disability you may be entitled to reasonable academic accommodations or services. To request accommodations or services, contact the Access and Disability Resource Center at the Des Plaines or Skokie campus. All students are expected to fulfill essential course requirements. The College will not waive any essential skill or requirement of a course or degree program. Oakton Community College is committed to maintaining a campus environment emphasizing the dignity and worth of all members of the community, and complies with all federal and state Title IX requirements. Resources and support for

pregnancy-related and parenting accommodations; and victims of sexual misconduct

can be found at www.oakton.edu/title9.

Resources and support for LGBTQ+ students can be found at www.oakton.edu/lgbtq.

Responsible Use of Computers and Information Technology Rules for computer use are posted in computer labs as well as available in writing in each of the labs. Lab

assistants and tutors are available to assist you in the lab regarding software and hardware questions. Users of the College’s information technology facilities and resources, including hardware, software, networks,

and computer accounts, are expected to use computer resources responsibly and appropriately, respecting the rights of other information technology users and respecting all contractual and license agreements.

Under no circumstances is any of the software used at Oakton to be copied. Copying software is in violation of Federal law and College policies. Suspected violations will be vigorously investigated and, if warranted, appropriate penalties applied. Specifically, you do not have the right (1) to make copies of software for yourself or others, (2) to receive and use unauthorized copies of software, or (3) copy all or parts of a program written by someone else.

Students are not allowed to install any application on their workstations unless directed by their instructors. Classroom PCs are not to be sued for checking emails, reading news, downloading software, or playing games. MSDN Academic Alliance Computer Networking and Systems department has partnered with the MSDN (Microsoft Developer Network) Academic Alliance to provide credit students who are registered for CNS courses variety of Microsoft’s software that you may use to complete your studies. It may not be reproduced, redistributed, sold, rented, leased, or transferred to any third party including contractors, other students, other department’s personnel, other companies, or consultants performing services. Any reproduction or redistribution of the software is prohibited by law, and may result in severe civil and criminal penalties. You can access the MSDN website at: http://www.oakton.edu/~rdai/MSDN. After you login to the site, you must agree to terms of the MSDN End User License Agreement (EULA) before you can download any software. This service does not provide installation support.

During this course you will master the concepts and build the skills you need on the job and for professional certification, including the CompTIA Network+ credential. Certification exams are provided through Pearson VUE and Prometric testing centers. These test providers have study guide, sample questions, helpful hints and advice for successfully taking the test:

http://www.vue.com/ http://www.prometric.com/

Important Dates

February 12 Last day to withdraw from 16-week courses and have course dropped from record* (See Withdrawal From Classes for more information.)

February 12 Last day to change to audit for 16-week courses* February 16 Last day for filing Graduation Petitions February 19 Presidents Day holiday, College closed

February 25 Incomplete (I) grades from fall semester for which faculty have not submitted final grades will become an "F" after this date.**

March 12-18 Spring Break March 19 Classes resume after Spring Break March 21 Registration opens for summer semester

March 26 Last day to withdraw with a "W" from 16-week courses; Students will receive a grade in all courses in which they are enrolled after this date.

April 11 Registration opens for fall semester May 10, 11 Evaluation Days*** May 11 Last day of student attendance May 15 Grades due

*Consult the Enrollment Center for deadlines on classes meeting less than 16 weeks. **Students must make arrangements with individual faculty members regarding deadlines to submit required work for incomplete (I) grades. ***Two days to be used for instruction, final student evaluations or culminating course activities. Classes not scheduled to meet on these days and classes which do not meet for the duration of a semester will ordinarily use the last class session(s) for instruction, final student evaluations or culminating course activities. The instructor reserves the right to make changes to the syllabus on an as needed basis. Any such changes will be announced in class. If you are not in class, it is your responsibility to find out about these changes from one of your classmates.

COURSE SCHEDULE The following is intended to be an accurate outline of the course, but the instructor reserves the right to make modifications dependent upon pace and progress, and potential class cancellations. Date Lecture Topic Assignments / Lab Tue Jan 30 Course Introduction Thu Feb 01 Chapter 1: “Introduction to Computer Networks”Tue Feb 06 Chapter 1 - Quiz Chapter 1 - Review QuestionsThu Feb 08 Chapter 2: “Network Hardware Essentials”Tue Feb 13 Chapter 2 - Quiz Chapter 2 - Review QuestionsThu Feb 15 Chapter 3: “Network Topologies and Technologies”Tue Feb 20 Chapter 3 - Quiz Chapter 3 - Review QuestionsThu Feb 22 Chapter 4: “Network Media” Tue Feb 27 Chapter 4 - Quiz Chapter 4 - Review QuestionsThu Mar 01 Chapter 5: “Network Protocols”Tue Mar 06 Chapter 5 - Quiz Chapter 5 - Review QuestionsThu Mar 08 Chapter 6: “IP Addressing” Tue Mar 13 Spring Break Thu Mar 15 Spring Break Tue Mar 20 Chapter 6 - Quiz Chapter 6 - Review QuestionsThu Mar 22 Chapter 7: “Network Reference Models and Standards”Tue Mar 27 Chapter 7 - Quiz Chapter 7 - Review QuestionsThu Mar 29 Chapter 8: “Network Hardware in Depth”Tue Apr 03 Chapter 8 - Quiz Chapter 8 - Review QuestionsThu Apr 05 Chapter 9: “Introduction to Network Security”Tue Apr 10 Chapter 9 - Quiz Chapter 9 - Review QuestionsThu Apr 12 Chapter 10: “Wide Area Networking and Cloud Computing”Tue Apr 17 Chapter 10 - Quiz Chapter 10 - Review QuestionsThu Apr 19 Chapter 11: “Network Operating System Fundamentals”Tue Apr 24 Chapter 11 - Quiz Chapter 11 - Review QuestionsThu Apr 26 Chapter 12: “Network Management and Administration”Tue May 01 Chapter 12 - Quiz Chapter 12 - Review QuestionsThu May 03 Chapter 13: “Troubleshooting and Support"Tue May 08 Chapter 13 - Quiz Chapter 13 - Review QuestionsThu May 10 Projects

Students are expected to read each chapter before coming to class.