Franske CNT-2831 SP12 Schedule
| Information Technology & Careers | Implementing Cisco IOS Network Security (CCNA Security)
CNT-2831 - 3 credits Instructor: Dr. Ben Franske Term: Spring 2012 (1/10/2012-5/10/2012) Meetings: T Th 3:30pm-5:20pm 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: January 10
Topics:
- Cisco Network Academy Course Enrollment
- Course Overview, Syllabus and Schedule
- Lab Partners
- Introduction to Implementing Cisco IOS Network Security (CCNA Security)
Readings:
Due:
Session 2: January 12
Topics:
- Modern Security Threats
- Participation Activity: Students work in groups of four (sub-teams of two) to develop a presentation covering the material read for today's class. Evaluation by self, peers and instructor.
Readings:
- Chapter 1: Modern Security Threats (through section 1.2)
Due:
Session 3: January 17
Topics:
- Modern Security Threats
Readings:
- Chapter 1: Modern Security Threats (the remainder of the chapter)
Due:
- Chapter 1 Online Assessment
Session 4: January 19
Topics:
- Securing Network Devices
Readings:
- Chapter 2: Securing Network Devices (through section 2.2)
Due:
Session 5: January 24
Topics:
- Securing Network Devices
Readings:
- Chapter 2: Securing Network Devices (the remainder of the chapter)
Due:
- Chapter 2 Online Assessment
Session 6: January 26
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
Session 7: January 31
Topics:
- Authentication, Authorization and Accounting
Readings:
- Chapter 3: Authentication, Authorization and Accounting (through section 3.2)
Due:
Session 8: February 2
Topics:
- Authentication, Authorization and Accounting
Readings:
- Chapter 3: Authentication, Authorization and Accounting (the remainder of the chapter)
Due:
- Chapter 3 Online Assessment
NO CLASS: February 7
- Student Success Day, no IHCC daytime classes
Session 9: February 9
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
Session 10: February 14
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: February 16
Topics:
- Implementing Firewall Technologies: CBAC Firewalls
Readings:
- Chapter 4: Implementing Firewall Technologies (through section 4.3)
Due:
Session 12: February 21
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: February 23
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
Session 14: February 28
Topics:
- Implementing Intrusion Protection
Readings:
- Chapter 5: Implementing Intrusion Protection (through section 5.2)
Due:
Session 15: March 1
Topics:
- Implementing Intrusion Protection
Readings:
- Chapter 5: Implementing Intrusion Protection (the remainder of the chapter)
Due:
NO CLASS: March 6
- No IHCC Classes, Spring Break
NO CLASS: March 8
- No IHCC Classes, Spring Break
Session 16: March 13
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 5 Online Assessment
Session 17: March 15
Topics:
- Securing the Local Area Network
Readings:
- Chapter 6: Securing the Local Area Network (through section 6.2)
Due:
Session 18: March 20
Topics:
- Securing the Local Area Network
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
- Chapter 6: Securing the Local Area Network (the remainder of the chapter)
Due:
Session 19: March 22
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 6 Online Assessment
Session 20: March 27
Topics:
- Cryptographic Systems
Readings:
- Chapter 7: Cryptographic Systems (through section 7.2)
Due:
Session 21: March 29
Topics:
- Cryptographic Systems
Readings:
- Chapter 7: Cryptographic Systems (through section 7.3)
Due:
Session 22: April 3
Topics:
- Cryptographic Systems
Readings:
- Chapter 7: Cryptographic Systems (the remainder of the chapter)
Due:
Session 23: April 5
Topics:
- Implementing Virtual Private Networks
- VPN Overview
- GRE VPNs
Readings:
- Chapter 8: Implementing Virtual Private Networks (through section 8.2)
Due:
- Chapter 7 Online Assessment
Session 24: April 10
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 25: April 12
Topics:
- Implementing Virtual Private Networks: Remote-Access Connectivity
Readings:
- Chapter 8: Implementing Virtual Private Networks (the remainder of the chapter)
Due:
Session 26: April 17
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 8 Online Assessment
Session 27: April 19
Topics:
- Managing a Secure Network
Readings:
- Chapter 9: Managing a Secure Network (through section 9.3)
Due:
Session 28: April 24
Readings:
- Chapter 9: Managing a Secure Network (the remainder of the chapter)
Due:
Session 29: April 26
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 9 Online Assessment
Session 30: May 1
Topics:
- Project Presentation Day
- Skills Based Final Exam (by appointment) this week!
Readings:
Due:
- Lab Reports
Session 31: May 3
Topics:
- Project Presentation Day
- Skills Based Final Exam (by appointment) this week!
Readings:
Due:
Session 30: FINALS WEEK
- Final Exam Week: You must make an appointment to take the skills based exam this week
Topics:
- Skills Based Final Exam (by appointment)
- NOTE: Ben will be gone at meetings from Tuesday on this week so you need to schedule your skills exam Monday or sometime the week before!
Readings:
Due:
- Online Final Assessment (Friday April 27 10-6pm, Wednesday May 2 2-10pm, Tuesday May 8 2-10pm)
- CNT Service Project
- Online Course Feedback
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.