Franske CNT-2831 FA12 Schedule
| Information Technology & Careers | Implementing Cisco IOS Network Security (CCNA Security)
CNT-2831 - 3 credits Instructor: Dr. Ben Franske Term: Fall 2012 (8/27/2012-12/17/2012) Meetings: M 6:00pm-9:50pm 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 27
Topics:
- Cisco Network Academy Course Enrollment
- Course Overview, Syllabus and Schedule
- Lab Partners
- Introduction to Implementing Cisco IOS Network Security (CCNA Security)
- Presentation teams for next time
- Lab: Configuring Devices with CCP
Readings:
Due:
NO CLASS: September 2
- Labor Day
Session 2: September 10
Topics:
- Modern Security Threats
- Register for National Cyber League
Readings:
- Chapter 1: Modern Security Threats
Due:
- Lab Report: Configuring Devices with CCP
- Participation Activity: Presentation on a section of chapter 1
- Chapter 1 Online Assessment (due Wednesday night)
Session 3: September 17
Topics:
- Securing Network Devices
- Lab Time
Readings:
- Chapter 2: Securing Network Devices
Due:
- Chapter 2 Online Assessment (due Wednesday night)
Session 4: September 24
Topics:
- Authentication, Authorization and Accounting
- Lab Time
Readings:
- Chapter 3: Authentication, Authorization and Accounting
Due:
- Lab Report: Ch 2 Securing Network Devices
- Chapter 3 Online Assessment (due Wednesday night)
Session 5: October 1
Topics:'
- Implementing Firewall Technologies: ACLs and Firewall Introduction
- Lab Time
Readings:
- Chapter 4: Implementing Firewall Technologies (through section 4.2)
Due:
- Lab Report: Ch 3 Authentication, Authorization and Accounting
Session 6: October 8
Topics:
- Implementing Firewall Technologies:
- CBAC Firewalls
- Zone Based Firewalls
- Lab Time
Readings:
- Chapter 4: Implementing Firewall Technologies (the remainder of the chapter)
Due:
- Chapter 4 Online Assessment (due Wednesday night)
Session 7: October 15
Topics:
- Implementing Intrusion Protection
- Lab Time
Readings:
- Chapter 5: Implementing Intrusion Protection
Due:
- Chapter 5 Online Assessment (due Wednesday night)
Session 8: October 22
Topics:
- Securing the Local Area Network
- Lab Time
Readings:
- Chapter 6: Securing the Local Area Network
Due:
- Chapter 6 Online Assessment (due Wednesday night)
Session 9: October 29
Topics:
- Cryptographic Systems
Readings:
- Chapter 7: Cryptographic Systems
Due:
- Chapter 7 Online Assessment (due Wednesday night)
Session 10: November 5
Topics:
- Implementing Virtual Private Networks
- Overview
- GRE
- IPSec Components & Operation
- Lab Time
Readings:
- Chapter 8: Implementing Virtual Private Networks (through section 8.3)
Due:
- Lab Reports: Chapter 4, 5 & 6
NO CLASS: November 12
- Veterans Day (Observed)
Session 11: November 19
Topics:
- Implementing Virtual Private Networks
- Site-to Site IPSec
- Remote Access VPNs
- Lab Time
Readings:
- Chapter 8: Implementing Virtual Private Networks (the remainder of the chapter)
Due:
- Chapter 8 Online Assessment (due Wednesday night)
Session 12: November 26
Topics:
- Managing a Secure Network
Readings:
- Chapter 9: Managing a Secure Network
Due:
- Chapter 9 Online Assessment (due Wednesday night)
Session 13: December 3
Topics:
- Implementing the Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance
Readings:
- Chapter 10: Implementing the Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance
Due:
- Chapter 10 Online Assessment (due Thursday night)
- Participation Activity: Practice Online PT Skills Based Exam (due Saturday night)
Session 14: December 10
Topics:
- Skills Based Final Exam (by appointment)
Readings:
Due:
- Lab Reports: Ch 8, 9 & 10
Session 15: December 17 FINALS WEEK
Topics:
- Project Presentation Night
Readings:
Due:
- CNT Service Project
- Online Final Assessment (December 17 4pm-12am)
- Participation Activity: 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.