Franske CNT-2530 FA10 Schedule
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CNT-2530 - 3 credits Instructor: Dr. Ben Franske Term: Fall 2010 Q1 (8/23/2010-10/15/2010) Meetings: M W 9:00am-11:30am, F 9:00am-10:40am 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 23
Topics:
- Cisco Network Academy Course Enrollment
- Course Overview, Syllabus and Schedule
- Introduction to Switching Fundamentals & Intermediate Routing
Readings:
Due:
Session 2: August 25
Topics:
- LAN Design
- Switched LAN Architecture
- Matching Switches to Specific LAN Functions
Readings:
- Chapter 1: LAN Design
Due:
Session 3: August 27
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 1 Online Assessment
Session 4: August 30
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: September 1
Topics:
- VLANs
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
- Chapter 3
Due:
- Chapter 2 Online Assessment
Session 6: September 3
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 3 Online Assessment
NO CLASS: September 6
- Labor Day - NO CLASS
Session 7: September 8
Topics:
- VTP
Readings:
- Chapter 4
Due:
Session 8: September 10
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 4 Online Assessment
- Service Project Idea Submitted
Session 9: September 13
Topics:
- STP
Readings:
- Chapter 5
Due:
Session 10: September 15
Topics:
- Inter-VLAN Routing
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
- Chapter 6
Due:
- Chapter 5 Online Assessment
Session 11: September 17
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 6 Online Assessment
Session 12: September 20
Topics:
- Basic Wireless Concepts & Configuration
Readings:
- Chapter 7
Due:
NO CLASS: September 22
- Student Success Day - Make sure to attend at least two sessions for homework credit!
Session 13: September 24
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 7 Online Assessment
Session 14: September 27
Topics:
- Open Lab Time / Project Time
Readings:
Due:
Session 15: September 29
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 16: October 1
Topics:
- Internet History
Readings:
Due:
Session 17: October 4
Topics:
- Introduction to Enterprise Wireless
- Enterprise Wireless Lab
Readings:
Due:
Session 18: October 6
Topics:
- Internet History
Readings:
Due:
Session 19: October 8
Topics:
- Internet History
Readings:
Due:
- Online Final Exam (Open 12:00pm-8:00pm)
Session 20: October 11
Topics:
- Final Skills Assessment By Appointment
Readings:
Due:
Session 21: October 13
Topics:
- Final Skills Assessment By Appointment
Readings:
Due:
Session 22: October 15
Topics:
- Final Skills Assessment By Appointment
Readings:
Due:
- Lab Reports (All Labs/Homework Due!)
- CNT Service Project(s)
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.