CIT214 -Microsoft Networking IV
Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Configuration
Semester: Spring 2011
Instructor: Cathy Valdez
Office: HTC 131
Office Hours: Tues. 9-11, Wed. 9-11, Thurs. 9-10
Phone: 775-753-2288
E-mail: catherinev(a)gwmail.gbcnv.edu
Credits: 4
Textbook & Lab Manual ISBN: 9780470874998 Package from Microsoft Press (Wiley Publishers)
Textbooks: MOAC 70-640: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Configuration Textbook with Lab Manual Stud CD Trial CD & MLO Set. Go to schedule online and find CIT 214, click on Details link, and then the View Textbooks link. Books are available at the college bookstore or Search using the title or ISBN number at various discounters / used book dealers.
Catalog Description:
Course covers computer network directory services using Microsoft's Active Directory Services.
Course Prerequisites: CIT212 or Instructor's approval.
It is expected that all Students have the following knowledge and skills prior to starting the course. The fundamentals of networking technology. A strong "stand alone" computer background and feel comfortable working in a windows environment. It may be possible for a student to acquire this knowledge and skills through additional study during the course.
Course Description:
This hands-on course is designed to prepare you to work with Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Active Directory in planning, implementing, and maintaining forests, sites, domains, and organizational units that meet the accessibility, performance, and security goals of a business plan. In addition, you will learn to work with Group Policy to deploy software and configure a computer or user environment. Lectures, projects and exercises reinforce skills as they are learned. This course provides comprehensive coverage of the skills necessary for people aspiring to obtain positions such as systems engineer, system analyst, or high-level systems administrator on Microsoft Windows Server 2008.
METHOD OF INSTRUCTION:
This class will be taught via Internet using GBC's web instructional delivery system. You are expected to participate in on-line discussions, assignments, various quizzes, and exams, and other class activities.
As an Internet based class, there are no traditional lectures, discussions, or labs. In lieu of lectures I will create various posts, video lectures, and link supplementary materials as appropriate which you are expected to review each week. Labs are accomplished by the use of a remote desktop procedure and Hyper V Manager Software. To complete the lab exercise, a high speed internet connection is required. It has also been proven a wired connection is favorable over a wireless connection. Some lectures may be accompanied with podcasts which will be linked to this online syllabus for you to download. These podcasts will be recorded in the MP3 format and can be listened to using any Windows, Mac, or Linux computer or with an MP3 player. I will also post potential discussion ideas and comments which you will be expected to respond to. I will read and assess your posts as well as comment on them if necessary for clarification purposes.
An important note about online classes:
- Do not assume that online classes are easier than traditional "face-to-face" classes.
- Online classes can actually be more difficult than traditional classes. They require constant motivation and self-direction on the part of the student.
- You are responsible for reading, studying, asking questions, completing assignments, being organized, and staying on schedule.
- Instead of classroom discussions you will be expected to post your own college quality written comments on one topic related to the class readings as assigned as well as respond to your fellow students' comments.
Student Responsibilities:
Be able to access the class website through Web Campus. Contact the Technology Help Desk - Email: Phone: 775-753-2167
- Have and maintain High Speed Internet access throughout the semester.
- Have and maintain all software required for the class throughout the semester.
- Have and maintain a virus-free computer throughout the semester.
- Have knowledge of Windows and file handling.
MAJOR OBJECTIVES OF THIS CLASS
This course is for anyone who wants to learn how to install, configure, administer, and support the primary services in the Windows Server 2008 operating system. By offering an in-depth study of all the functionsand features in the Windows Server 2008 environment. This course prepares the student to field questions from businesses end-users using Microsoft products.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
The successful student in this class will have and be able to:
- Describe the Active Directory directory service and its functions and benefits.
- Install and Configure Active Directory directory service.
- Define and mange sites and site links and configure replication.
- define Global catalogs and Flexible single master operations roles.
- Administer Active Directory Services.
- Describe Secure Network Traffic access.
- Discuss and use Group, Domain, and Domain Controller Policies.
- Configure the user and computer environment through Group Policies.
- Provide information and configure Disaster recovery processes.
- Troubleshoot and correct common problems using known solutions when operating within a MS Windows 2008 Server Network.
Learner Outcome Measurements
Measurement Method / Learner Outcomes
Class Discussion via web posts / 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Lab and research Assignments / 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Project assignments / 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Written and Skills examinations / 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Class Policies & Procedures
GRADING POLICY:This is a letter grade class an A=90-100%, B=80-89%, C=70-79%, D=60-69%, F=59% or less or W=Official Withdrawal if done before the withdrawal deadline. There is no curve in this grading scale. Your grade will be based 20% on class participation, 40% on Exams, and 40% on the labs and skills exam. All assignments are due by the date posted within Web Campus.
EXAM & QUIZ PROCEDURES: All exams and quizzes will be objective, e.g. true/false, multiple choice, fill-in the blank, etc, and will be conducted using GBC's web based learning system.
ATTENDANCE POLICY: The instructor must agree in advance to any excused absences unless there are strong extenuating circumstances. Three (3) unexcused absences can result in a failing grade, in an on-line class an absence is one week when you do not participate in class or contact the instructor.
OTHER POLICIES: Plagiarism and other forms of academic dishonesty will not be tolerated and can result in a failing grade. The student conduct policy stated in the GBC 2009-2010 Catalog will be enforced. This syllabus is not a contract and is subject to reasonable changes as the class proceeds.
For live classes, Cell phones are prohibited, except for work and family emergency. Please notify the Professor if you need to have your cell phone available.
PDA usage is limited to course related activities only.
Internet usage for any purpose other than course related activities is grounds for loss of participation points.
ACCOMMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: Great Basin College is committed to providing equal educational opportunities to qualified students with disabilities in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations, including the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. A qualified student must furnish current verification of disability. The Director of Services for Students with Disabilities will assist qualified students with disabilities in securing the appropriate and reasonable accommodations, auxiliary aids and services. For more information or further assistance, please call (775) 753-2271.
COURSE SCHEDULE
In order to keep up with the posted web discussions, you should read and understand each week's topics as they are covered. The first week of class begins January 24, 2011, the mid-term exam will be available the eighth week of the semester, and the final will be available the last week of the semester. Each exam will have a two hour time limit once you begin taking it. This schedule comes with a change clause, it will be changed as I perceive necessary.
From time to time I will create podcasts (downloadable mp3 files) on topics which lend themselves to audio delivery. These will be audio explanations and other commentary related to specific lessons. As I create these podcasts you can find them by either clicking on this link: podcasts or "subscribing" to the RSS feed for this syllabus. You will be able to download them for free onto your computer, to any mp3 player, or add this URL to iTunes or similar podcast receiving software.
Assignments, chapters, readings, & podcasts by week:Week 1: / Class/Lab Orientation / Class Prep - Lab Access
Week 2 / Chapter 1 & 2 / Overview of Active Directory & Domain Services & Implementing Active Directory
Week 3 / Chapter 3 / Working with Active Directory Sites
Week 4 / Chapter 4 / Global Catalog and Flexible single Master operations Roles
Week 5 / Chapter 5 / Active Directory Administration
Week 6 / Chapter 6 / Security Planning and Administrative Delegation
Week 7 / Chapter 7 / Introduction to group Policy
Week 8 / Mid-Term / Written exam will be released on Web Campus with a two hour time limit.
Skills exam will be released with a 3 day time limit.
Week 9 / Chapter 8 / Configuring the user and computer environment using group policy
Week 10 / Chapters 9 / Performing Software installation with Group Policy
Week 11 / Chapters 10 / Planning a Group Policy Management and Implementation Strategy
Week 12 / Chapter 11 / Active directory Maintenance, troubleshooting, and Disaster Recovery
Week 13 / Chapter 12 / Configuring Name Resolution an Additional Services
Week 14 / Chapter 13 / Configuring Active Directory Certificate Services
Week 15: / Review / Complete all assignments
Week 16 / Finals / Written exam will be released on Web Campus with a two hour time limit.
Skills exam will be released with a 3 day time limit.