Franske CNT-2530 FA11 Schedule
Information Technology & Careers | Switching Fundamentals and Intermediate Routing
CNT-2530 - 3 credits Instructor: Dr. Ben Franske Term: Fall 2011 Q2 (10/18/2011-12/15/2011) Meetings: T Th 9:30-11:20am 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: October 18
Topics:
- Course Overview, Syllabus and Schedule
- Introduction to Switching Fundamentals & Intermediate Routing
- CCNA 2 Refresher Lab
Readings:
Due:
NO CLASS: October 20
- No IHCC Classes Today
Session 2: October 25
Topics:
- Cisco Network Academy Course Enrollment
- LAN Design
- Switched LAN Architecture
- Matching Switches to Specific LAN Functions
Readings:
- Chapter 1: LAN Design
Due:
Session 3: October 27
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 1 Online Assessment
Session 4: November 1
Topics:
- Basic Switch Concepts & Configuration
- Introduction to Ethernet/802.3 LANs
- Forwarding Frames Using a Switch
- Switch Management Configuration
- Configuring Switch Security
Readings:
- Chapter 2
Due:
Session 5: November 3
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 2 Online Assessment
Session 6: November 8
Topics:
- VLANs
- Introducing VLANs
- VLAN Trunking
- Configure VLANs and Trunks
- Troubleshooting VLANs and Trunks
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
- Chapter 3
Due:
Session 7: November 10
Topics:
- VTP
- VTP Concepts
- VTP Operation
- Configure VTP
Readings:
- Chapter 4
Due:
Session 8: November 15
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 3 Online Assessment
- Chapter 4 Online Assessment
- Service Project Idea Submitted
Session 9: November 17
Topics:
- STP
- Redundant Layer 2 Topologies
- Introduction to STP
- STP Convergence
- PVST+, RSTP, and Rapid PVST+
Readings:
- Chapter 5
Due:
Session 10: November 22
Topics:
- Inter-VLAN Routing
- Inter-VLAN Routing
- Configuring Inter-VLAN Routing
- Troubleshooting Inter-VLAN Routing
Readings:
- Chapter 6
Due:
NO CLASS: November 24
- No IHCC Classes Today, Thanksgiving
Session 11: November 29
Topics:
- Basic Wireless Concepts & Configuration
- The Wireless LAN
- Wireless LAN Security
- Configure Wireless LAN Access
- Troubleshooting Simple WLAN Problems
Readings:
- Chapter 7
Due:
- Chapter 5 Online Assessment
- Chapter 6 Online Assessment
Session 12: December 1
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 7 Online Assessment
- Lab Reports thus far
Session 13: December 6
Topics:
- Introduction to Multi-Layer Switching
- Multi-layer Switching Lab
Readings:
- Layer-3 Switching: An Introduction by Robert Ciampa
- How To Configure InterVLAN Routing on Layer 3 Switches
Due:
Session 14: December 8
Topics:
- Introduction to Enterprise Wireless
- Enterprise Wireless Lab
Readings:
- The Benefits of Centralization in Wireless LANs via the Cisco Unified Wireless Network
- Cisco Wireless Control System (WCS)
Due:
- Online Final Exam (Open 12:00pm-8:00pm)
Finals Week: December 12-15
Topics:
- Final Skills Assessment By Appointment (M 10-12:45, Tu 10-12, Tu 1:15-6:00)
Readings:
Due:
- Projects
- All Labs / Homework
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.