HARFORD COMMUNITY COLLEGE 401 Thomas Run Road Bel Air, MD 21015 Course Outline Connecting Networks [CISCO 4] COURSE NUMBER: COURSE NAME: Connecting Networks - 4 DIVISION: Business, Computing & Applied Technology [BCAT] LECTURE/DISCUSSION: Total Contact Hours - 75 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS: 4 COURSE CONTENT ACCESS URL: https://www.netacad.com/ CATALOG DESCRIPTION: This course is the fourth in a series designed to prepare the student to achieve CCENT and CCNA certification. The course examines WAN technologies and network services required by converged applications in a complex network. Focus technologies include NAT, PAT, IPSec and virtual private network (VPN) operations, in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks. Course includes 45 lecture hours and 30 lab hours per semester. Prerequisite: ISS 213 or permission of instructor. Course fee. UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (USDE) FEDERAL CREDIT HOUR DEFINITION For a 15 week semester, each credit hour represents one hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction and a minimum of two hours of outside class-work per week. For terms that are less than 15 weeks, students should also spend a minimum of two hours outside of class for every hour in class. Academic activities include, but are not limited to reading, writing, studying, research, and completing worksheets. In addition, at least an equivalent amount of out of class work is required for laboratory work, internships, practica, studio work, etc. At Harford Community College, for all credit courses, students are expected to spend a minimum of 37.5 combined hours of direct instructional time and related coursework time per credit hour. This course is a 4 credit course. This course achieves the minimum of 150 hours of combined instructional time by requiring 56 hours of direct instructional time and 94 hours of student work outside of direct instructional time. 1
STUDENT LEARNING OBJECTIVES (previously known as course objectives) Linked to Relevant Academic Outcomes Upon satisfactory completion of this course, the student will be able to: 1. Explain the Functions of Hierarchical Network Design So That You Can Select Appropriate Devices for a LAN Environment. (Academic outcomes supported by this learning objective: Science and Technology, Critical Thinking) 3 -> 4 2. Select the Appropriate WAN Technology to Provide Integrated Services Over a Network. (Academic outcomes supported by this learning objective: Communication, Science and Technology, Critical Thinking) 4 -> 4 3. Implement PPP Serial Communication to Provide WAN Services Over a Network (Academic outcomes supported by this learning objective: Communication, Science and Technology, Critical Thinking) 4 -> 4 4. Implement Frame Relay Technology to Provide WAN Services Over a Network. (Academic outcomes supported by this learning objective: Communication, Science and Technology, Critical Thinking) 4 -> 4 5. Describe the Common Security Threats to Networks and the General Methods to Mitigate Those Threats. (Academic outcomes supported by this learning objective: Communication, Science and Technology, Critical Thinking) 4 -> 4 6. Describe How to Use VPN Technology to Provide Secure Teleworker Services to a Network. (Academic outcomes supported by this learning objective: Communication, Science and Technology) 4 -> 4 7. Implement IP Addressing Services for a Network and troubleshoot Common Network Implementation Issues. (Academic outcomes supported by this learning objective: Communication, Science and Technology, Critical Thinking) 4 -> 4 COURSE TOPICS: I. HIERARCHICAL NETWORK DESIGN A. Hierarchical Network Design Overview B. Enterprise Architecture C. Evolving Network Architectures II. CONNECTING TO THE WAN A. WAN Technologies Overview B. Selecting a WAN Technology III. POINT-TO-POINT CONNECTIONS 2
A. Serial Point-to-Point Overview B. PPP Operation C. Configure PPP D. Troubleshoot WAN Connectivity IV. FRAME RELAY A. Introduction to Frame Relay B. Configure Frame Relay C. Troubleshoot Connectivity V. NETWORK ADDRESS TRANSLATION FOR IPV4 A. NAT Operation B. Configuring NAT C. Troubleshooting NAT VI. BROADBAND SOLUTIONS A. Teleworking B. Comparing Broadband Solutions C. Configuring xdsl Connectivity VII. SECURING SITE-TO-SITE CONNECTIVITY A. VPNs B. Site-to-Site GRE Tunnels C. Introducing IPsec D. Remote Access VIII. MONITORING THE NETWORK A. Syslog B. SNMP C. NetFlow IX. TROUBLESHOOTING THE NETWORK A. Troubleshooting with a Systematic Approach B. Network Troubleshooting COURSE POLICIES: HCC students are bound by the academic policies outlined in the most current HCC Catalog* It is the student s responsibility to review these policies prior to the start of each semester. INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS: Lecture/Demonstration Discussion Interactive Lecture Cooperative Learning Labs Tutorials ATTENDANCE AND PARTICIPATION: Regular and punctual attendance is required of all students. In the case of absence due to emergency (illness, death in the family, accident), religious holiday, or participation in official College functions, it is the student's responsibility to confer with the instructor about the absence and missed course work. Since the majority of assignments are to be completed and/or discussed during the class sessions, attendance, punctuality and participation in class are key components to success in this course. 3
GRADING STANDARDS: The final course grade is comprised of the student s mastery of course requirements. Course grades ISS are 214 based upon the following total mastery level: A = 90-100% C = 70-79% B = 80-89% D = 60-69% F = 60% and below End of Chapter Tests=20% Final Exam =40% Skills & Lab Exercises=30% Class participation/attendance =10% CLASS PREPARATION: All of the reading assignments must be completed before the class in which the material is to be discussed. Additional handouts will be distributed regarding lab assignments at the appropriate time. It is very important to read the lab assignments before doing any assignment in the lab. STUDENT CONDUCT: Students will be familiar with and adhere to the Code for Student Rights, Responsibilities and Conduct, which can be found on OwlNet under the My Academic Life Tab or in the HCC online catalog. The Code outlines prohibited conduct, the disciplinary process, and possible sanctions. Students found responsible for violating the Code will have a disciplinary record that will remain in the Office of the Associate Vice President for Student Development for three years. DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICES: HCC is committed to serving students who have documented physical, learning, psychological, or other disabilities. Students who have a disability are responsible for contacting Disability Support Services at 443-412-2402 to discuss their needs for accommodations. All information shared with Disability Support Services will be held in confidence. COMPUTER ETHICS: Each student is responsible for knowing the college's policy relating to ethical behavior regarding all intellectual property and in using the computer. Copying or using anthers work, including computer files, is both illegal and unethical. See the Student Handbook. ACADEMIC DISHONESTY: Students will be familiar with and adhere to the policy governing academic dishonesty and its sanctions as outlined in the Code for Student Rights, Responsibilities and Conduct, which can be found on OwlNet under the My Academic Life Tab or in the HCC online catalog. Students who commit acts of academic dishonesty (e.g., cheating, fabrication, facilitating academic dishonesty, and plagiarism) will be subject to formal disciplinary action and will receive a grade of F on the test, quiz, or assignment involved and, at the discretion of the instructor; the student may receive an F for the course. This includes 4
incidents that occur in the Test and Assessment Center. In addition, the student will be referred to the Associate Vice President for Student Development for a Student Code Violation. SYLLABUS MODIFICATION: The instructor reserves the right to modify and/or change the course syllabus with reasonable notification to students. COURSE REQUIREMENTS: Regular Punctual Attendance, Lab Assignments, End of Chapter Quizzes, Class & Homework Assignments, Skills Assessment & Final Exam STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES Students are responsible for completing all reading and writing assignments by the scheduled due dates. Because effective writing usually comes through thoughtful revision, students should revise and edit all work before submission. Students will be given the opportunity to revise some assignments for a potentially higher grade. To pass this course, students must complete all assignments, revise and correct them as directed, and maintain a folder or portfolio of course work. At the end of the semester, students will submit this folder to the instructor. The instructor will keep folders until the deadline for grade appeal. Students are responsible for recognizing and accepting that when they put their name on any piece of work they are taking a vow that the work is theirs alone. Academic dishonesty of any form is unacceptable. Students are responsible for reading, discussing, and revising their work. Students are responsible for providing thoughtful peer evaluation. Student participation is important in this course and will be evaluated as part of your grade. MAKE-UP POLICY: PLEASE READ CAREFULLY! Final Exams: There will be no make-up exams except through arrangement with the instructor prior to the exam (and then only for reasons deemed valid enough to require the making-up of a new exam, which may be more difficult.) Quizzes: Quizzes will be given throughout the semester. There will be no make-ups given for any reason. LAB AND IN-CLASS EXERCISES: These assignments will be given to you by the instructor. All Of The Class Lab Assignments Must Be Completed During Class Time. All of the reading assignments must be completed before the class in which the material is to be discussed. Additional handouts will be distributed regarding lab assignments at the appropriate time. It is very important to read the lab assignments before doing any assignment in the lab. In-class exercises will be offered to provide the students the opportunity to extend their software application skills. 5
CLASS PROJECTS AND ASSIGNMENTS: All of the reading assignments must be completed before the class in which the material is to be discussed. Assignments will be given to review the text reading; class projects will be provided to apply the concepts from the assigned reading. DUE DATES: To receive full credit, all assignments must be handed in by the due date. An assignment will be accepted up to one week late and points will be deducted as follows: 1. One week late: 1/2 of overall points. 2. Thereafter, 0 points No assignment will be accepted after that. It is the student's responsibility to justify any absences and make up all assignments. INCLEMENT WEATHER: If any classes have to be canceled, tests will be rescheduled for the next class period; assignments will be collected during the next class period. College Weather Number: 443-412-2322. OTHER STUDENT SERVICES For other available college services, please visit the link below: http://www.harford.edu/studentservices/docs/student_services.pdf CLASS SCHEDULE FOR WEEK TOPICS [Chapters] LABS Assessments #1 Chapter 1: Hierarchical Network Design Activity1.1.2.6 Activity 1.2.1.3 Activity1.2.2.6 Activity1.3.2.5 PT1.4.1.2 PT1.4.1.3 #1 Chapter 2: Connecting to the WAN Activity2.1.1.8 Activity2.1.2.6 Activity2.2.1.3 Activity2.2.2.9 Activity2.2.3.6 #2 Chapter 3: Point-to-Point Connections Activity3.1.1.11 PT3.1.2.7 Activity3.2.2.5 Activity3.2.3.6 PT3.3.2.7 PT3.4.1.4 PT3.5.1.2 Chapter 1 Exam Chapter 2 Exam 6
#2 Chapter 4: Frame Relay Activity4.1.1.4 Activity4.1.2.10 Activity4.1.2.11 #3 Chapter 4: Frame Relay Activity4.1.2.12 Activity4.1.3.5 PT4.2.1.4 Activity4.2.2.5 PT4.2.2.6 PT4.4.1.2 Chapter 3 Exam #3 Chapter 5: Network Address Translation for IPv4 #4 Chapter 5: Network Address Translation for IPv4 Activity5.1.1.6 PT5.1.2.6 PT5.2.1.4 PT5.2.2.5 Activity5.2.3.5 PT5.2.3.6 PT5.2.4.4 PT5.3.1.4 PT5.4.1.2 Chapter 4 Exam #4 Chapter 6: Broadband Solutions Activity6.1.1.6 Activity6.1.2.3 Activity6.2.1.5 Activity6.2.2.4 Activity6.2.3.3 #5 Chapter 7: Securing Site-to-Site Connectivity Activity7.1.1.3 Activity7.1.2.3 PT7.1.2.4 Activity7.2.1.3 PT7.2.2.3 PT7.2.2.4 PT7.3.2.7 PT7.3.2.8 Activity7.4.1.4 Activity7.4.2.5 PT7.5.1.2 #5 Chapter 8: Monitoring the Network Activity8.1.1.5 PT8.1.2.5 Activity8.2.1.7 Activity8.3.1.4 #6 Chapter 9: Troubleshooting the Network Activity9.1.1.6 Activity9.1.1.7 PT9.1.1.8 Activity9.1.2.4 Chapter 5 Exam Chapter 6 Exam Chapter 7 Exam Chapter 8 Exam 7
Activity9.1.3.5 Activity9.2.1.5 Activity9.2.2.7 Activity9.2.3.11 PT9.2.3.12 PT9.2.3.13 PT9.2.3.14 PT9.2.3.15 #6 TBD Chapter 9 Exam #7 Skills Examination #7 Final Examination This schedule will be followed as closely as possible but is subject to change. 8