Franske CNT-2612 SP12 Schedule
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CNT-2612 - 3 credits Instructor: Dr. Ben Franske Term: Spring 2012 (1/9/2012-5/9/2012) Meetings: M W 2:00pm-3:50pm Location: B144 |
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 9
Topics:
- Course Syllabus and Schedule
- Cisco Academy Course Enrollment
- Switching Lab Setup
- Determine Lab Partners
Readings:
Due:
Session 2: January 11
Topics:
- Chapter 1: Analyzing the Cisco Enterprise Campus Architecture
- Introduction to Enterprise Campus Network Design
- Participation Activity: Students work in teams of three to develop a presentation covering the material for the day, students re-arrange into new teams of three and present to each other, combining best parts of each into a single file turned in to the instructor.
Readings:
- Chapter 1: Analyzing the Cisco Enterprise Campus Architecture
- Read through page 26
Due:
NO CLASS: January 16
- No IHCC Classes Today
Session 3: January 18
Topics:
- Chapter 1: Analyzing the Cisco Enterprise Campus Architecture
- Enterprise Campus Design
- Lab Time
Readings:
- Chapter 1: Analyzing the Cisco Enterprise Campus Architecture
- Finish chapter
Due:
Session 4: January 23
Topics:
- Chapter 2: Implementing VLANs in Campus Networks
- Implementing VLAN Technologies in a Campus Network
- Implementing Trunking in a Cisco Campus Network
- VLAN Trunking Protocol
- Private VLANs
- Configure Link Aggregation with EtherChannel
Readings:
- Chapter 2: Implementing VLANs in Campus Networks
Due:
- Chapter 1 Online Assessment
Session 5: January 25
Topics:
- Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 2 Online Assessment
Session 6: January 30
Topics:
- Chapter 3: Implementing Spanning Tree
- Evolution of Spanning Tree Protocols
- Spanning Tree Protocol Basics
- Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol
Readings:
- Chapter 3: Implementing Spanning Tree
- Read through page 140
Due:
Session 7: February 1
Topics:
- Chapter 3: Implementing Spanning Tree
- Multiple Spanning Tree
- Spanning Tree Enhancements
- Recommended Spanning Tree Practices
- Troubleshooting STP
- Potential STP Problems
Readings:
- Chapter 3: Implementing Spanning Tree
- Finish chapter
Due:
Session 8: February 6
Topics:
- Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 3 Online Assessment
Session 9: February 8
Topics:
- Chapter 4: Implementing Inter-VLAN Routing
- Describing Inter-VLAN Routing
- Configuring Inter-VLAN Routing
- Implementing DHCP in a Multilayer Switched Environment
- Deploying CEF-Based Multilayer Switching
Readings:
- Chapter 4: Implementing Inter-VLAN Routing
Due:
Session 10: February 13
Topics:
- Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 4 Online Assessment
Session 11: February 15
Topics:
- Chapter 5: Implementing High Availability and Redundancy in a Campus Network
- Understanding High Availability
- Implementing High Availability
- Implementing Network Monitoring
Readings:
- Chapter 5: Implementing High Availability and Redundancy in a Campus Network
- Read through page 279
Due:
NO CLASS: February 20
- No IHCC Classes Today
Session 12: February 22
Topics:
- Chapter 5: Implementing High Availability and Redundancy in a Campus Network
- Implementing Redundant Supervisor Engines in Catalyst Switches
- Understanding First Hop Redundancy Protocols
- Cisco IOS Server Load Balancing
Readings:
- Chapter 5: Implementing High Availability and Redundancy in a Campus Network
- Finish chapter
Due:
Session 13: February 27
Topics:
- Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 5 Online Assessment
Session 14: February 29
Topics:
- Project Day
Readings:
Due:
- You must have a project approved by the end of class today!
NO CLASS: March 5
- No IHCC Classes, Spring Break
NO CLASS: March 7
- No IHCC Classes, Spring Break
Session 15: March 12
Topics:
- Chapter 6: Securing the Campus Infrastructure
- Switch Security Fundamentals
- Understanding and Protecting Against MAC Layer Attack
- Understanding and Protecting Against VLAN Attacks
- Understanding and Protecting Against Spoofing Attacks
- Securing Network Switches
- Switch Security Considerations
- Troubleshooting Performance and Connectivity
Readings:
- Chapter 6: Securing the Campus Infrastructure
Due:
Session 16: March 14
Topics:
- Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 6 Online Assessment
Session 17: March 19
Topics:
- Chapter 7: Preparing the Campus Infrastructure for Advanced Services
- Planning for Wireless, Voice, and Video Application in the Campus Network
- Understanding QOS
Readings:
- Chapter 7: Preparing the Campus Infrastructure for Advanced Services
- Read through page 457
Due:
Session 18: March 21
Topics:
- Chapter 7: Preparing the Campus Infrastructure for Advanced Services
- Implementing IP Multicast in the Campus Network
Readings:
- Chapter 7: Preparing the Campus Infrastructure for Advanced Services
- Read through page 483
Due:
Session 19: March 26
Topics:
- Chapter 7: Preparing the Campus Infrastructure for Advanced Services
- Preparing the Campus Infrastructure to Support Wireless
Readings:
- Chapter 7: Preparing the Campus Infrastructure for Advanced Services
- Read through page 486
Due:
Session 20: March 28
Topics:
- Chapter 7: Preparing the Campus Infrastructure for Advanced Services
- Preparing the Campus Infrastructure to Support Voice
- Preparing the Campus Infrastructure to Support Video
Readings:
- Chapter 7: Preparing the Campus Infrastructure for Advanced Services
- Finish chapter
Due:
Session 21: April 2
Topics:
- Lab Time
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 7 Online Assessment
Session 22: April 4
Topics:
- Design-A-Lab I: VRRP & GLBP
Readings:
Due:
- If you have all of the Chapter 1-7 Labs (and Enterprise Wireless) done and submitted by Thursday night you will be eligible for retaking chapter tests over the weekend.
Session 23: April 9
Topics:
- Design-A-Lab II: QOS
Readings:
- Cisco Qos Best Practices At a Glance
- Cisco DocWiki - Quality of Service Networking
- Cisco - Configuring QoS
Due:
Session 24: April 11
Topics:
- Skills Based Final Exam Prep
Readings:
Due:
Session 25: April 16
Topics:
- Skills Based Final Exam (by appointment)
- Kevin
- Monique
- Curt
- Tracy
- Andrew
Readings:
Due:
- Online Final Exam (OPEN 2-10pm Today)
Session 26: April 18
Topics:
- Skills Based Final Exam (by appointment)
- Corey
- Greg
- Clay
- Matt
- Billy
- Mike
Readings:
Due:
- Online Final Exam (OPEN 2-10pm Today)
Session 27: April 23
Topics:
- IPv6 I - Basics & Addressing
- IPv6 II - Device Configuration
Readings:
- Configuring IPv6 Addressing and Enabling IPv6 Routing section of "Implementing IPv6 Addressing and Basic Connectivity"
- Implementing OSPF for IPv6
Due:
Session 28: April 25
Topics:
- IPv6 Lab
Readings:
Due:
Session 29: April 30
Topics:
- Project Presentation Day 1
- Greg & Monique
- Corey
- Tracy
- Mike
Readings:
Due:
- All Lab Reports
Session 30: May 2
Topics:
- Project Presentation Day 2
- Matt & Billy
- Kevin
- Curt
- Andrew
- Clay
Readings:
Due:
EXAM WEEK:
Topics:
- Ben will be gone at meetings this week.
Readings:
Due:
- Written Project Component
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.