/ SYLLABUS FOR ITNW 1358
Network +
Hybrid Course
Semester Hours Credit: 3
Lecture Hours: 48
Location:Camp Buehring, Kuwait
Course Dates/Days/Times: 2/23/2018-4/19/2018
Friday from 18:00-21:00
In Class sessions– Feb. 23, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, April 6, 16 2018with additional weekly CTC Blackboard discussions and assignments
Instructor:Clint Cartee
Office Hours:Sunday 1500-1700
Instructor Email:
Phone: 217-993-1462 DSN: 824-1069
  1. INTRODUCTION
  1. This course assists individuals in preparing for the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) Network+ certification exam and career as a network professional.
  1. This course serves as a required or elective course on various degree plans. Curriculum plans for degrees and certificates are listed in the current Central Texas College catalog.
  1. The delivery method of this course may be traditional lecture/lab, blended lecture/lab, or online.
  1. Prerequisites: None
  1. LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon successful completion of this course, Network+, the student will be able to:

  1. Identify and define terminology, hardware, and software components of computer networks .
  1. Utilize equipment, protocols, and topologies to differentiate between various network systems.
  1. Demonstrate skills in installing network hardware, software, and cables.
  1. Troubleshoot network connectivity.
  1. Configure network protocol.
  1. Install and configure network client software.

III. INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

A. The instructional materials identified for this course are viewable through

Required Student Textbook:

Network+ Guide to Networks, 7th Edition-Bundle. Cengage Learning. 7th Edition. 2015

ISBN: 9781337043168

NOTE: Custom bundle includes loose leaf version of the textbook (Network + Guide to Networks, 7th Edition) and a printed access card for Lab Connection

B. Lecture Classes also require at least one USB storage device. Online students may use cloud based storage.

IV. COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

Part 1:

  1. Attend both lecture and lab or in the case of online delivery, be actively engaged in Blackboard and maintain constant progress.
  1. Be prepared to participate in discussion, team projects/assignments and take unannounced assessments relating to the lecture materials.
  1. Complete all exams/assessments.
  1. Submit all assignments on time.

Part 2:

A.Your first responsibility is scholarship. The grade you receive for this course will not be the grade of the instructor, but rather the grade you and you alone make.

B.You should attend class regularly in both face-to-face and online Central Texas College (CTC) Blackboard classes. Online attendance involves logging into your Blackboard class and participating in discussions, submitting assignments, etc. Be prepared to also take any unannounced quizzes relating to text assignments and lecture material presented from the beginning of the course. Please refer to ‘Class Attendance and Course Progress’ under the Academic Policies section in our current CTC Course Catalog.

C.You are encouraged to give your best effort throughout the course. From the beginning, you should plan for a steady, organized, and continuous effort, which in the long run will prove more effective for your final grade than a last minute crash-cram policy. Your course grade is not determined solely by exam grade. Such factors as class participation, initiative, attendance, and individual research papers or projects will be considered in grade computation.

D.From time to time, special library and/or outside assignments will be made to members of the class individually and/or in groups. You are expected to read all assignments and fulfill your responsibilities to any group assignment.

E.You are expected to read all assigned material and bring your textbook/reading materials to class. Keep informed on all assignments, especially after an absence.

F.Good class notes are indispensable for earning a good grade, since both the material assigned and that discussed in class will be the basis for examination material.

G.Scholastic Honesty: All students are required and expected to maintain the highest standards of scholastic honesty in the preparation of all coursework and during examinations. The following are considered examples of scholastic dishonesty:

Plagiarism: The taking of passages from the writing of others without giving proper credit to the sources.

Collusion: Using another’s work as one’s own, or working together with another person in the preparation of work, unless such joint preparation is specifically approved in advance by the instructor.

Cheating: Giving or receiving information on examinations.

Students guilty of scholastic dishonesty will be administratively dropped from the course with a grade of “F” and be subject to disciplinary action, which may include suspension and expulsion.

  1. Special Work: A term paper or other project, per requirements of the instructor, will be required. The subject must be appropriate for the course material. Check with the instructor when you have made a selection. The value is indicated in the semester grade computation and has considerable weight on your final average.

V. COURSE FORMAT – Hybrid with BLACKBOARD

This course has been developed as a hybrid course. Hybrid courses combine face-to-face classroom instruction with assignments and interaction with instructor via CTC Blackboard. It is the student’s responsibility to make sure that they have access to CTC Blackboard and that they are familiar with the contents and assignments. It is also the student’s responsibility to log into CTC Blackboard at least once a week to ‘attend’ the online class portion and to participate in the online Blackboard discussions and assignments. Failure to do so will violate the attendance policy and will have a negative impact on the course grade.

The course will meet for eight weeks--oncea week--for a three-hour face-to-face session. In addition, instructional strategies will include weekly CTC Blackboard assignments and discussion boards to accomplish the remaining instruction per week.

VI. EXAMINATIONS

  1. Student content mastery will be evaluated in the following areas:

•Assessments (midterm exam, quizzes, projects, discussionetc.)

•Final Assessment (final exam and/or semester project, participation)

B.A student must complete all scheduled examinations. Students who know in advance that they will be unavailable for an examination due to valid reasons must arrange to take an early examination. Unexpected absences due to illness or extenuating circumstances will require the student to see the instructor about individual make-up work.

C.Students without excused absences will be given a zero for the missed proctored examinations.

D.Examinations will consist of both objective (true/false, multiple choice, fill in-the-blank, and matching) and subjective (short answer and essay) questions. Students must be able to communicate both orally and in written form, thus some questions requiring the composition and writing of an essay answer will be required.

E.Exams will be administered via BioSig application.See Blackboard class for registration information.

VII. SEMESTER GRADE COMPUTATIONS

The final grade in this course will be based on the following:

Participation100 points

Assignments & Quizzes200 points

Discussion Boards (mandatory)200 points

Term Paper/Term Presentation200 points

Mid-term Exam100 points

Final Exam200 points

Total possible points: 1000 points

POINTS GRADES

900-1000 A=4 pts/sem hr

800-899 B=3 pts/sem hr

700-799 C=2 pts/sem hr

600-699 D=1 pt/sem hr

0-599 F=0 pts/sem hr

A term paper or term project is expected from all students. Students may vary in their competency levels on these abilities, so the instructor may need to revisit the term paper concept during the course.

VIII. NOTES AND ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FROM COURSE INSTRUCTOR

  1. Tuition refunds are made only in the case of class cancellation or official and timely withdrawal from CTC or from a course. Please refer to the current course catalog for more details.
  2. GoArmyEdstudents should contact their education counselor before withdrawing and are required to withdraw through the GoArmyEd portal.

Please note: a military withdrawal does not override CTC’s grading policy.

For self-pay students, refunds are computed from the date the Application for

Withdrawal or Refund is filed with the CTC Site Coordinator or designated student Services Officer. Special conditions apply to students who receive federal, state, and/or institutional financial aid.

Tuition and fees paid directly to the Institution by the Veterans Administration, Title IV (Financial Aid Programs, a sponsor, donor, or scholarship shall be refunded to the source rather than directly to the students.

  1. Course Withdrawals, Student Responsibilities: It is the student’s responsibility to officially withdraw from a course. The instructor cannot initiate a withdrawal based upon a student’s request. Rather, students must initiate the withdrawal with the designated Education Center Representative, through the CTC Site Coordinator or designated counselor.
  2. Faculty/Administrative Initiated Withdrawals

Faculty are authorized to withdraw students who are not making satisfactory course progress as outlined in the section of the Catalog entitled "Satisfactory Progress Standards”.

A student may be administratively withdrawn by a designated member of the administrative staff of the College under the following conditions:

  • The student has been placed on Academic Suspension or Disciplinary Suspension;
  • The student has an outstanding financial obligation owed to the college;
  • The student registered for a course without the required prerequisite or departmental permission;
  • Students who do not participate or complete graded activities during the first week will be administratively withdrawn.

The college is under no obligation to refund tuition and fees, or other costs associated with a student who is administratively withdrawn.

  1. Incomplete / Course in Progress Grade Policy: An “IP” or “Incomplete” grade may be assigned by an instructor if a student has made satisfactory progress in a course with the exception of a major quiz, final exam, or other project. The “IP” grade may also be assigned based on circumstances beyond a student’s control, such as personal illness, death in the immediate family, or military orders. Notice of absences, with supporting documentation, may be required by the instructor. The instructor makes the final decision concerning the granting of the incomplete grade. With an “Incomplete” grade, students are required to complete a set amount of work before the instructor will submit an official letter grade.
  2. Cellular phones, beepers, and other electronic devices will be turned off while the student is in the classroom or laboratory unless the student is using the device for class purposes. No texting or social networking is allowed during class.
  3. Instructor Discretion: The instructor reserves the right of final decision in course requirements.
  4. Civility: Individuals are expected to be cognizant of what a constructive educational experience is and respectful of those participating in a learning environment. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action up to and including expulsion.

VIII. COURSE OUTLINECOURSE OUTLINE

Note:

The instructor has the right to change the course schedule. Any changes will be announced in class. If the student misses a class period and changes are announced, it is the student’s responsibility to receive the missed information from a classmate or the instructor.

Hybrid courses combine face-to-face classroom instruction with assignments and interaction via CTC Blackboard. It is the student’s responsibility to make sure that they have access to internet so that they may communicate, via CTC Blackboard, with the instructor. The class is broken down into eight sessions. See below for course outline.

SESSION 1 - Feb. 23- March 1, 2018

a)Class will meet face-to-face on Feb. 23 (1800 to 2100)

b)CTC Blackboard Discussion Board posts are due by Tuesday at midnight

  1. CTC Blackboard peer response to Discussion Board posts is due by Thursday midnight
  1. Lesson One:
  1. Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this lesson the student will be able to:
  2. List the advantages and describe specific uses of networked computing.
  3. Distinguish between client/server and peer-to-peer networks.
  4. Distinguish among the professional certifications.
  5. Identify standards-setting organizations for networking.
  6. Describe the purpose of the OSI model and each of its layers as required for the Network + certification examination.
  7. Describe the structure and purpose of data packets and frames.
  8. Explain basic data transmission concepts, including full duplexing, attenuation, latency, and noise.
  9. Categorize standard cable types and LAN technologies as required for the Network+ certification examination.
  10. Describe the uses for serial connector cables.
  11. Identify wiring standards and best practices in cabling.
  12. Explain the function of common networking protocols; commonly used TDP and UDP default ports; and SNMP as required for the Network+ certification examination.
  1. Learning Activities:
  2. Participate in collaborative discussions based on the assigned reading materials. (C9,C12,C14,F1, F2, F5, F6)
  3. Complete assigned PC labs/simulations (C18, C19, C20, F8, F9, F11)
  4. Submit assigned papers and/or projects (C5, C6, C8, F1, F2, F7, F9, F11)
  1. Unit Outline:
  2. Introduction to Networking
  3. Networking Standards and the OSI Model

SESSION 2- March 2-8, 2018

Class will meet face-to-face on March 2(1800 to 2100)

  1. CTC Blackboard Discussion Board posts are due by Tuesday at midnight
  2. CTC Blackboard peer response to Discussion Board posts is due by Thursday midnight
  1. Lesson Two:
  1. Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this lesson the student will be able to:
  2. Identify and explain the functions of the core TCP/IP protocols as required by the Network + certification examination
  3. Correlate the TCP/IP protocols to the layers of the OSI model
  4. Discuss addressing schemes for TCP/IP in IPv4 and IPv6 as required for the Network + certification examination
  5. Identify the ports for key TCP/IP services
  6. Describe common application layer TCP/IP protocols
  7. Compare and contrast basic and hybrid LAN physical topologies
  8. Categorize backbone structures of common LANs
  1. xplain Ethernet transmission methods
  2. Compare and contrast various types of data transmission switching
  3. Explain the function of common networking protocols as required for the Network + certification examination.
  1. Learning Activities:
  2. Participate in collaborative discussions based on the assigned reading materials. (C9,C12,C14,F1, F2, F5, F6)
  3. Complete assigned PC labs/simulations (C18, C19, C20, F8, F9, F11)
  4. Submit assigned papers and/or projects (C5, C6, C8, F1, F2, F7, F9, F11)
  1. Unit Outline:
  2. Transmission basics and Networking Media
  3. TCP/IP Protocols

SESSION 3- March 9-152018

Class will meet face-to-face on March 9 (1800 to 2100)

  1. CTC Blackboard Discussion Board posts are due by Tuesday at midnight
  2. CTC Blackboard peer response to Discussion Board posts is due by Thursday midnight

ALesson Three:

  1. Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this lesson the student will be able to:

Describe the functions of LAN connectivity hardware as required by the Network + certification examination.

Demonstrate proficiency in installing and configuring network connection devices

Compare, contrast, and categorize switching techniques includes VLAN management

Describe the purposes and properties of routing, including IPv4 and IPv6 routing protocols

  1. Learning Activities:

Participate in collaborative discussions based on the assigned reading materials. (C9,C12,C14,F1, F2, F5, F6)

Complete assigned PC labs/simulations (C18, C19, C20, F8, F9, F11)

Submit assigned papers and/or projects (C5, C6, C8, F1, F2, F7, F9, F11)

  1. Unit Outline:

Topologies and Ethernet Standards

Network Hardware

SESSION 4- March 16-22 2018

Class will meet face-to-face on March 16 (1800 to 2100)

BCTC Blackboard Discussion Board posts are due by Tuesday at midnight

  1. CTC Blackboard peer response to Discussion Board posts is due by Thursday midnight

MID TERM EXAM: March 22, 2018

CLesson Four:

  1. Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this lesson the student will be able to:

Explain how nodes exchange wireless signals

Identify potential obstacles to wireless transmission, including interference and reflection.

  1. pecify the characteristics of WLAN transmissions, including 802.11 a/b/g/n
  2. Describe wireless MAN and WAN technologies, including 802.16 and satellite communications
  3. Install and configure common network devices, including wireless access points
  4. Troubleshoot connectivity issues and select appropriate solutions
  1. Learning Activities:
  2. Participate in collaborative discussions based on the assigned reading materials. (C9,C12,C14,F1, F2, F5, F6)
  3. Complete assigned PC labs/simulations (C18, C19, C20, F8, F9, F11)
  4. Submit assigned papers and/or projects (C5, C6, C8, F1, F2, F7, F9, F11)
  1. Unit Outline:
  2. WANs and Remote Connectivity
  3. Wireless Networking E

SESSION 5- March 23-29 2018

Class will meet face-to-face on March 23 (1800 to 2100)

BCTC Blackboard Discussion Board posts are due by Tuesday at midnight

  1. CTC Blackboard peer response to Discussion Board posts is due by Thursday midnight
  1. Lesson Five:
  1. Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this lesson the student will be able to:
  2. Categorize Network Operating Systems (NOSs)
  3. Compare and contrast various NOSs and select appropriate NOS for network need
  4. Define the requirements for and features of various NOSs, including Windows Server 2008, UNIX, and Linux versions
  5. Create users and groups on a network, and assign permissions
  6. Define methods of network design unique to TCP/IP networks, including subnetting, CIDR, and address translation
  7. Differentiate between public and private TCP/IP networks
  8. Describe protocols used between mail clients and mail servers, including SMTP, POP3, and IMAP4
  9. Employ multiple TCP/IP utilities for network discovery and troubleshooting
  1. Learning Activities:
  2. Participate in collaborative discussions based on the assigned reading materials. (C9,C12,C14,F1, F2, F5, F6)
  3. Complete assigned PC labs/simulations (C18, C19, C20, F8, F9, F11)
  4. Submit assigned papers and/or projects (C5, C6, C8, F1, F2, F7, F9, F11)
  1. Unit Outline:
  2. Network Operating Systems
  3. TCP/IP Networking

SESSION 6- March 30- April 5 2018

Class will meet face-to-face on March 30 (1800 to 2100)

ACTC Blackboard Discussion Board posts are due by Tuesday at midnight

  1. CTC Blackboard peer response to Discussion Board posts is due by Thursday midnight
  1. Lesson Six:
  1. Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this lesson the student will be able to:
  2. Use terminology specific to converged networks
  3. Explain Voice over IP (VoIP) services and user interfaces
  4. Explain Video over IP services and their user interfaces
  5. Explain Quality of Service (QoS) assurance methods critical to converged network, including RSVP and DiffServ
  6. Identify security risks in LANs and WANs and design security policies that minimize risk
  7. Evaluate hardware- and design-based security techniques
  8. Compare and contrast methods of encryption such as SSL and IPSec for secure data storage and transit
  9. Computer and contrast popular authentications protocols such as RADIUS, TACACS, Kerberos, PAP, CHAP, and MS-CHAP.
  10. Employ network operating system techniques to provide basic security
  11. Compare, contrast, and evaluate wireless security protocols such as WEP, EPA, and 802.11i
  1. Learning Activities:
  2. Participate in collaborative discussions based on the assigned reading materials. (C9,C12,C14,F1, F2, F5, F6)
  3. Complete assigned PC labs/simulations (C18, C19, C20, F8, F9, F11)
  4. Submit assigned papers and/or projects (C5, C6, C8, F1, F2, F7, F9, F11)
  1. Unit Outline:
  2. Voice and Video over IP
  3. Network Security

SESSION 7- April 6-12 2018