Franske CNT-2540 FA11 Schedule
| Information Technology & Careers | Accessing the WAN
CNT-2540 - 3 credits Instructor: Dr. Ben Franske Term: Fall 2011 (8/22/2011-12/14/2011) Meetings: M W 10:00am-11:50am 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 22
Topics:
- Course Syllabus and Schedule
- Review Lab
Readings:
Due:
Session 2: August 24
Topics:
- Chapter 1: Introduction to WANs
- Providing Integrated Services to the Enterprise
- WAN Technology Concepts
- WAN Connection Options
Readings:
- Chapter 1
Due:
Session 3: August 29
Topics:
- Chapter 2: PPP
- Serial Point-to-Point Links
- PPP Concepts
- Configuring PPP
- Configuring PPP with Authentication
Readings:
- Chapter 2
Due:
- Chapter 1 Online Assessment
Session 4: August 31
Topics:
- Open Lab Day
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 2 Online Assessment
NO CLASS: September 5
- Labor Day, no IHCC classes today
Session 5: September 7
Topics:
- Chapter 3: Frame Relay
- Basic Frame Relay Concepts
- Configuring Frame Relay
- Advanced Frame Relay Concepts
- Configuring Advanced Frame Relay
Readings:
- Chapter 3
Due:
Session 6: September 12
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 3 Online Assessment
Session 7: September 14
Topics:
- Chapter 4: Network Security
- Introduction to Network Security
- Securing Cisco Routers
- Secure Router Network Services
- Using Cisco SDM
- Secure Router Management
Readings:
- Chapter 4
Due:
Session 8: September 19
Topics:
- Project Advising Session: Your project group must make an appointment to meet with the instructor and present a project proposal.
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
- You must come to your meeting with at least one preferred project and one backup project
- Chapter 4 Online Assessment
NO CLASS: September 21
- Student Success Day, no IHCC daytime classes, go to SSD activities!
Session 9: September 26
Topics:
- Chapter 5: ACLs
- Using ACLs to Secure Networks
- Configuring Standard ACLs
- Configuring Extended ACLs
Configure Complex ACLs
Readings:
- Chapter 5
Due:
Session 10: September 28
Topics:
- Project / Lab Work Day
Readings:
Due:
Session 11: October 3
Topics:
- Teleworker Services
Readings:
- Chapter 6
Due:
- Chapter 5 Online Assessment
Session 12: October 5
Topics:
- Project / Lab Work Day
Readings:
Due:
Session 13: October 10
Topics:
- IP Addressing Services
Readings:
- Chapter 7
Due:
- Chapter 6 Online Assessment
Session 14: October 12
Topics:
- Project / Lab Work Day
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 7 Online Assessment
Session 15: October 17
Topics:
- Network Troubleshooting
Readings:
- Chapter 8
Due:
Session 16: October 19
Topics:
- Project / Lab Work Day
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 8 Online Assessment
Session 17: October 24
Topics:
- Project / Lab Work Day
Readings:
Due:
Session 18: October 26
Topics:
- NetRiders Competition Round 1 (in class, 10 point homework assignment)
- Review CCNA 4 Information
Readings:
Due:
- You must complete the online practice written final exam by tonight! This is a pass/fail "homework assignment" worth 10 points.
Session 19: October 31
Topics:
- Review CCNA 4 Skills
- Practice Skills Based Exam
Readings:
Due:
- Practice Skills Based Exam (by the end of class, this is a pass/fail "homework assignment" worth 10 points)
Session 20: November 2
Topics:
- Final Skills Assessment by Appointment
Readings:
Due:
- Online Course Feedback Form
- All Labs/Homework
- Online Final Exam OPEN: 10:00am-6:00pm (If you are taking the skills assessment November 7)
Session 21: November 7
Topics:
- Final Skills Assessment by Appointment
Readings:
Due:
- Online Course Feedback Form
- All Labs/Homework
- Online Final Exam OPEN: 10:00am-6:00pm (If you are taking the skills assessment November 2)
Session 22: November 9
Topics:
- Introduction to IPv6
- IPv6 Lab
Readings:
Due:
Session 23: November 14
Topics:
- Advanced ACLs
- Advanced ACL Lab
Readings:
- LBD: CCNA pages 510-525, PDF pages 518-533
- Configuring Reflexive ACLs
- Configuring Dynamic ACLs
Due:
Session 24: November 16
Topics:
- Project Work Day
Readings:
Due:
Session 25: November 21
Topics:
- Project Work Day
Readings:
Due:
Session 26: November 23
Topics:
- Project Presentation Day
Readings:
Due:
Session 27: November 28
Topics:
- Project Presentation Day
Readings:
Due:
Session 28: November 30
Topics:
- CCNA Review Session
Readings:
Due:
- You must complete the online CCENT Practice Certification Exam #1 by tonight! This is a pass/fail "homework assignment" worth 10 points.
Session 29: December 5
Topics:
- CCNA Review Session
Readings:
Due:
- You must complete the online CCENT Practice Certification Exam #2 by tonight! This is a pass/fail "homework assignment" worth 10 points.
Session 30: December 7
Topics:
- CCNA Review Session
Readings:
Due:
- You must complete the online CCNA Practice Certification Exam #1 by tonight! This is a pass/fail "homework assignment" worth 10 points.
EXAM WEEK: December 12-15
Topics:
Readings:
Due:
- You must complete the online CCNA Practice Certification Exam #2 by 11:59pm 12/13! This is a pass/fail "homework assignment" worth 10 points.
- Advanced Labs
- CNT Service Project(s)
- Online Course Feedback (you will not receive a grade in this course until this is completed)