Franske CNT-2530 SP11 Schedule
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CNT-2530 - 3 credits Instructor: Dr. Ben Franske Term: Spring 2011 Q2 (3/14/2011-5/11/2011) Meetings: M W 2:00-4:30pm and F 9:00-10:30am 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: March 14
Topics:
- Cisco Network Academy Course Enrollment
- Course Overview, Syllabus and Schedule
- Introduction to Switching Fundamentals & Intermediate Routing
- CCNA 2 Refresher Lab
Readings:
Due:
Session 2: March 16
Topics:
- LAN Design
- Switched LAN Architecture
- Matching Switches to Specific LAN Functions
Readings:
- Chapter 1: LAN Design
Due:
Session 3: March 18
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 1 Online Assessment
Session 4: March 21
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:
LAB ONLY: March 23
- Open Lab Time, No Class, Ben at NCETE Presentation
Session 5: March 25
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 2 Online Assessment
Session 6: March 28
Topics:
- VLANs
- Introducing VLANs
- VLAN Trunking
- Configure VLANs and Trunks
- Troubleshooting VLANs and Trunks
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
- Chapter 3
Due:
Session 7: March 30
Topics:
- VTP
- VTP Concepts
- VTP Operation
- Configure VTP
Readings:
- Chapter 4
Due:
Session 8: April 1
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 3 Online Assessment
- Chapter 4 Online Assessment
- Service Project Idea Submitted
Session 9: April 4
Topics:
- STP
- Redundant Layer 2 Topologies
- Introduction to STP
- STP Convergence
- PVST+, RSTP, and Rapid PVST+
Readings:
- Chapter 5
Due:
Session 10: April 6
Topics:
- Inter-VLAN Routing
- Inter-VLAN Routing
- Configuring Inter-VLAN Routing
- Troubleshooting Inter-VLAN Routing
Readings:
- Chapter 6
Due:
NO CLASS: April 8
- No IHCC Classes Today, Faculty Retreat
- Open Lab Hours Available (10:30AM)
Due:
- Chapter 5 Online Assessment
- Chapter 6 Online Assessment
Session 11: April 11
Topics:
- Basic Wireless Concepts & Configuration
- The Wireless LAN
- Wireless LAN Security
- Configure Wireless LAN Access
- Troubleshooting Simple WLAN Problems
Readings:
- Chapter 7
Due:
Session 12: April 13
Topics:
- Open Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 7 Online Assessment
Session 13: April 15
Topics:
- Open Lab Time / Project Time
Readings:
Due:
- Lab Reports thus far
Session 14: April 18
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 15: April 20
Topics:
- Internet History
Readings:
Due:
Session 16: April 22
Topics:
- Introduction to Enterprise Wireless
Readings:
- The Benefits of Centralization in Wireless LANs via the Cisco Unified Wireless Network
- Cisco Wireless Control System (WCS)
Due:
Session 17: April 25
Topics:
- Enterprise Wireless Lab
Readings:
Due:
Session 18: April 27
Topics:
- Open Lab
Readings:
Due:
- Online Final Exam (Open 12:00pm-8:00pm)
Session 19: April 29
Topics:
- Skills Assessment Prep Lab
Readings:
Due:
Session 20: May 2
Topics:
- Final Skills Assessment By Appointment
Readings:
Due:
Session 21: May 4
Topics:
- Final Skills Assessment By Appointment
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.