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{{SyllabusInfo
|coursename = Network Technology and Security Capstone
|coursenumber = CNT-2900
|numcredits = 3
|instructor = Dr. Ben Franske
|term = Spring 2013 (1/15/2013-5/14/2013)
|meetings = TBD
|location = B143
}}

{{Franske Dynamic Syllabus Notice}}

=Instructor Contact Information=
{{Franske Contact Information}}

=General Course Information=
==Prerequisite(s)==
* CNT 2540
* CNT 2454
* CNT 2722
* CNT 2311

==Course Description==
Provides students an opportunity to work with an inside or outside organization in a team environment on a course-long project. Focuses on concepts of problem identification, brainstorming, design, problem solving, teamwork, creativity and evaluation. Present findings in oral and written formats to faculty and industry representatives. This course integrates knowledge and skills attained throughout the Network Technology and Security program and should be taken near the end of your program. This course involves a minimum expectation of 192 hours of project work.
==Required Materials==
* External USB Drive, 8GB free minimum, flash drive or hard drive
==Optional Materials==
* None
==Course Website(s)==
* ITCwiki (http://wiki.ihitc.net)

=Lab Hours=
In addition to regularly scheduled class time a lab will be available for your use during during office hours on a first come, first served basis. Open lab time may also be available under the supervision of the lab assistant, see the [[Open Lab Schedule]] wiki page for more information. Students who do not show up for lab hours they have scheduled may be restricted from registering for lab hours in the future.

=Course Objectives=
The student will learn to:
* Apply design, problem solving and research skills to an information technology problem.
* Develop knowledge and research skills related to current and future trends in IT.
* Research industry trends and best practices.
* Develop a detailed project plan for an IT project.
* Effectively use written and oral communication skills.
* Demonstrate project management skills.
* Apply teamwork skills to an IT problem.
* Analyze project results.
* Synthesis of project results into presentation and report format.

=Course Design=
This course is a project oriented capstone course. You will be integrating skills from many of your other courses as well as researching and reporting out on new information. Your group will largely be responsible for setting your own schedule but will need to have regular meetings with your instructor on progress. Information about assignments that need to be completed is available on the course website.

=Assignments and Grading=
Grades will be determined by performance on a statement of work paper, project work log, final presentation, final written report, and peer evaluations. Information about specific assignments can be found on the course website. It is expected that assignments will be completed and turned in on time and as specified.

Failure to turn in one or more assignments without approval from the instructor may result in an additional lack of participation penalty of up to 20% of your course grade depending on the type of the assignment.

==Late Assignments and Extensions==
If assignments are turned in late 10% will be deducted for each day or partial day the assignment is late. '''If you are turning in an assignment late you must contact the instructor for information before the due date. Failure to do so may result in additional penalties.''' The grading of late assignments is given a lower priority and may take longer so students are encouraged to plan ahead and turn in assignments on time. Deadline extensions will not be given without written documentation from a licensed medical practitioner or other extenuating circumstances at the discretion of the instructor.

==Grading Scale==
{|
| A
| 100-90%
| B
| 89-80%
| C
| 79-70%
| D
| 69-65%
| F
| < 64%
|}

A = achievement that is outstanding relative to the level necessary to meet course requirements.

B = achievement that is significantly above the level necessary to meet course requirements.

C = achievement that meets the course requirements in every respect.

D = achievement that is worthy of credit even though it fails to meet fully the course requirements.

F (or N) = Represents failure (or no credit) and signifies that the work was either (1) completed but at a level of achievement that is not worthy of credit or (2) was not completed and there was no agreement between the instructor and the student that the student would be awarded an I (see also I).

I = (Incomplete) Assigned at the discretion of the instructor when, due to extraordinary circumstances, e.g., hospitalization, a student is prevented from completing the work of the course on time. Requires a written agreement between instructor and student.

==Grading Method and Availability==
Grades for this course are calculated based on a weighted points system. Each assignment, quiz or test is assigned to one of the weighted categories below and is graded on a points system. Your percentage is calculated for each category by dividing the points earned in that category by the points available. Finally, your percentage earned in each category is multiplied by the weight of that category and these are added together. The instructor may round up based on student participation and individual improvement.

{|
| Statement of Work
| 12%
|-
| Project Work Log & Progress Check Meetings
| 25%
|-
| Final Presentation
| 25%
|-
| Final Written Report
| 25%
|-
| Participation & Peer Evaluation
| 13%
|}

Mid-Term grades are not officially distributed but assignment scores are made available in the online grade book and you may calculate your current course grade at any time using the above instructions and weighting.

==Extra Credit==
Students should not rely on extra credit to boost their grade and should instead complete each assignment to the best of their ability. However, from time to time extra credit opportunities may arise at which time they will be announced in class, by email and/or through the course website. Extra credit will be added to the Participation & Peer Evaluation category.

=Course and Campus Policies=
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=Updates to this Syllabus=
The instructor reserves the right to modify and adjust this syllabus as needed during the course of this class. The most up to date version will always be available on the course website or from the instructor.

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