Franske CNT-2831 FA10 Schedule
| Information Technology & Careers | Implementing Cisco IOS Network Security (CCNA Security)
CNT-2831 - 3 credits Instructor: Dr. Ben Franske Term: Fall 2010 (8/24/2010-12/16/2010) Meetings: T Th 3:00pm-4:40pm Location: B143 |
This schedule provides an outline of the topics expected to be covered in this course as well as the readings and assignments due each week. Topics and readings may change in which case you will be notified in class or by e-mail and the latest version of this document is always available from the course wiki. Please have all readings completed prior to the start of each class and be prepared to take part in the discussion. Unless otherwise noted online quizzes and exams are due at 11:59pm on the date indicated.
Session 1: August 24
Topics:
- Cisco Network Academy Course Enrollment
- Course Overview, Syllabus and Schedule
- Introduction to Implementing Cisco IOS Network Security (CCNA Security)
Readings:
Due:
Session 2: August 26
Topics:
- Modern Security Threats
Readings:
- Chapter 1: Modern Security Threats (through section 1.2)
Due:
Session 3: August 31
Topics:
- Modern Security Threats
Readings:
- Chapter 1: Modern Security Threats (the remainder of the chapter)
Due:
- Chapter 1 Online Assessment
Session 4: September 2
Topics:
- Securing Network Devices
Readings:
- Chapter 2: Securing Network Devices (through section 2.2)
Due:
Session 5: September 7
Topics:
- Securing Network Devices
Readings:
- Chapter 2: Securing Network Devices (the remainder of the chapter)
Due:
- Chapter 2 Online Assessment
Session 6: September 9
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
Session 7: September 14
Topics:
- Authentication, Authorization and Accounting
Readings:
- Chapter 3: Authentication, Authorization and Accounting (through section 3.2)
Due:
Session 8: September 16
Topics:
- Authentication, Authorization and Accounting
Readings:
- Chapter 3: Authentication, Authorization and Accounting (the remainder of the chapter)
Due:
- Chapter 3 Online Assessment
Session 9: September 21
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
Session 10: September 23
Topics:
- Implementing Firewall Technologies: ACLs and Firewall Introduction
Readings:
- Chapter 4: Implementing Firewall Technologies (through section 4.2)
Due:
- SSD Proof of Attendance
Session 11: September 28
Topics:
- Implementing Firewall Technologies: CBAC Firewalls
Readings:
- Chapter 4: Implementing Firewall Technologies (through section 4.3)
Due:
Session 12: September 30
Topics:
- Implementing Firewall Technologies: Zone Based Firewalls
Readings:
- Chapter 4: Implementing Firewall Technologies (the remainder of the chapter)
Due:
- Chapter 4 Online Assessment
Session 13: October 5
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
Session 14: October 7
Topics:
- Implementing Intrusion Protection
Readings:
- Chapter 5: Implementing Intrusion Protection (through section 5.2)
Due:
Session 15: October 12
Topics:
- Implementing Intrusion Protection
Readings:
- Chapter 5: Implementing Intrusion Protection (the remainder of the chapter)
Due:
- Chapter 5 Online Assessment
Session 16: October 14
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
Session 17: October 19
Topics:
- Securing the Local Area Network
Readings:
- Chapter 6: Securing the Local Area Network (through section 6.2)
Due:
NO CLASS: October 21
- No class, EdMN Conference
Session 18: October 26
Topics:
- Securing the Local Area Network
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
- Chapter 6: Securing the Local Area Network (the remainder of the chapter)
Due:
- Chapter 6 Online Assessment
Session 19: October 28
Topics:
- Cryptographic Systems: Confidentiality
Readings:
- Chapter 7: Cryptographic Systems (through section 7.3)
Due:
Session 20: November 2
Topics:
- Cryptographic Systems
Readings:
- Chapter 7: Cryptographic Systems (through section 7.2)
Due:
Session 21: November 4
Topics:
- Cryptographic Systems: Public Key Cryptography
Readings:
- Chapter 7: Cryptographic Systems (the remainder of the chapter)
Due:
- Chapter 7 Online Assessment
Session 22: November 9
Topics:
- Implementing Virtual Private Networks
- VPN Overview
- GRE VPNs
Readings:
- Chapter 8: Implementing Virtual Private Networks (through section 8.2)
Due:
NO CLASS: November 11
- No class, Veterans' Day
Session 23: November 18
Topics:
- Implementing Virtual Private Networks
- IPSec Components and Operation
- IPSec VPN Configuration
Readings:
- Chapter 8: Implementing Virtual Private Networks (through section 8.5)
Due:
Session 24: November 23
Topics:
- Implementing Virtual Private Networks: Remote-Access Connectivity
Readings:
- Chapter 8: Implementing Virtual Private Networks (the remainder of the chapter)
Due:
- Chapter 8 Online Assessment
Session 25: December 2
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
NO CLASS: November 25
- No class, Thanksgiving
Session 26: November 30
Topics:
- Managing a Secure Network
Readings:
- Chapter 9: Managing a Secure Network (through section 9.3)
Due:
Topics:
- Managing a Secure Network
Session 27: December 7
Readings:
- Chapter 9: Managing a Secure Network (the remainder of the chapter)
Due:
- Chapter 9 Online Assessment
Session 28: December 9
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
Session 29: MONDAY December 14
- Final Exam Week: Class Meets Monday December 14 4:00-5:50pm
Topics:
- Skills Based Final Exam (other times available by appointment)
Readings:
Due:
- Lab Reports
- CNT Service Project
The instructor reserves the right to modify and adjust the schedule and assignments 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.