AUSTIN COMMUNITY COLLEGE

DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER STUDIES AND ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY

Course Syllabus:  ITNW 1325 (3-3-1) - Fundamentals of Networking Technologies

APT & Non-APT

09 Week-Sections NETWORKING 2025

Synonym [88225]

Instructor:        Professor Femi Onabajo

Office Phone:   512 223-0186 /WebEx

Office:                RRC 512.2232.24 / fonabajo@austincc.edu

Office Hours:   Virtual  /WebEx

                           TTH – 01:30 PM - 04:20 PM

                           Others by Appointment

E-mail:              fonabajo@austincc.edu

Web Sites:        https://sites.google.com/a/austincc.edu/femi-onabajo/

Sections:            TTH 1:30pm – 4:20 pm /9 Weeks / Synonym 88225/ WebEx

Course Description:

         Instruction in networking technologies and their implementation. Topics include the OSI reference model, network protocols, transmission media, and networking hardware and software.

Pre-requisite:        

         COSC 1301 or department approval

Approved Course Text:  

         Network+ Guide to Networks, 8th Edition, by Jill West, Tamara Dean & Jean Andrews

         Cengage (2019): ISBN: 978-1-3375-6933-0

Instructional Methodology:

·         This section implements a competency-based version of the course.

·         To succeed in this section, a student will need to master five competencies

·         The competencies are listed in the Course Objectives/Learning Outcomes section.

·         Each competency will be assessed using an objective exam.

·         Practice tests will be included to help students self-assess their achievement of a competency.

·         The textbook is the primary source of learning materials.

·         Blackboard is the primary vehicle for course delivery.

Course Rationale:

         To introduce students to a broad range of network-related topics: including, protocols, transmission media, architecture, hardware and operating systems. In addition, students will study elements of network maintenance, security, and troubleshooting.

Course Objectives / Learning Outcomes:          Competencies / Learning Objectives

At the completion of this course, the student will have demonstrated the ability to:

1.      Introduction to Networking/ Network Infrastructure /Addressing on Networks (Chapters 1,2,3) Exam #1

·         Network Models & Client Server Applications

·         Network Hardware

·         The Seven-Layer OSI Model

·         Safety Procedures & Policies

·         Troubleshooting Networks Problems

·         Components of structured Cabling

·         Network Documentation & Change Management

·         Addressing Overview

·         Ports and Sockets

·         Domain Names and DNS

·         Troubleshooting Address Problems

·          

2.      Network Protocols & Routing / Network Cabling / Wireless Networking(Chapters 4,5,6)Exam#2

·         TCP/IP Core Protocols

·         Routers and How They work

·         Troubleshooting Route issues

·         Transmission Basics

·         Copper Cables

·         Fiber-Optics Cable

·         Troubleshooting Tools

·         Characteristics of Wireless Transmissions

·         Wireless Standards for the IoT (Internet of Things)

·         802.11 WLAN Standard

·         Implementing a Wi-Fi Network

·         Wi-Fi Network Security

·         Troubleshooting Wi-Fi Networks

3.      Virtualization and Cloud Computing / Subnets and VLAN / Network Risk Management (Chapter 7,8,9) Exam #3

·         Virtualization & Cloud Computing

·         Encryption Protocols

·         Remote Access

·         Network Segmentation / Subnets

·         VLAN (Virtual Local Area Networks)

·         Security Risks

·         Security Assessment

·         Physical Security

·         Device Hardening

·         Security Policies for Users

4.      Security in Network Design / Network Performance and Recovery/ Wide Area Networks. (Chapter 10,11,12) Exam #4

·         Network Security Devices

·         Switch Management

·         AAA (Authentication, Authorization and Accounting)

·         Access Control Technologies

·         Wireless Network Security

·         Collecting Network Traffic

·         Network Availability

·         Response and Recovery

·         WAN Essentials

·         Layer 1 Wan Technologies

·         Layer 2 WAN Technologies

·         Wireless WANs

5.      Capstone Competency (Chapter 1-12) Exam #5

·         Introduction to Networking/ Network Infrastructure /Addressing on Networks (Chapters 1,2,3)

·         Network Protocols & Routing / Network Cabling / Wireless Networking(Chapters 4,5,6)

·         Virtualization and Cloud Computing / Subnets and VLAN / Network Risk Management (Chapter 7,8,9)

·         Security in Network Design / Network Performance and Recovery/ Wide Area Networks. (Chapter 10,11,12)

Exams/Grading:   

         Grading Policy:  In order to receive a successful grade for the course, the student must pass an objective exam on each of the five competencies. Each exam may be taken up to three times, with the highest score used as the score for grading purposes. 

                     The final grade will be calculated as the average of the five competency exams

                     Practice Exams can be taken anywhere but these exams are not part of the grade

                     Calculations

                     The Exams are all closed books and must be taken at HOME

70% Exams

         25% Labs

         5%   Professor’s discretion

         Grade Scale:   A = 90% or above
B = 80% or above
C = 70% or above
D = 60% or above

                                   F= failure to pass all five competency exams

Course/Class Policies:

   Academic Integrity

A student is expected to complete his or her own class work.  Students are responsible for observing the policy on academic integrity as described in the current Student Policies Handbook and the College Catalog.

The penalty accessed will be in accordance with the current policy stated in Administrative Rule, Student Standards of conduct and Disciplinary Process, Rule 1.04.006.

   Incomplete

A student may receive a temporary grade of “I” (Incomplete) at the end of the semester only if ALL of the following conditions are satisfied:

1.      The student is unable to complete the course during the semester due to circumstances beyond their control.

2.      The student must have earned at least half of the grade points needed for a “C” by the end of the semester.

3.      The request for the grade must be made in person at the instructor’s office and necessary documents completed.

4.      To remove an “I”, the student must complete the course by two weeks before the end of the following semester.  Failure to do so will result in the grade automatically reverting to an “F”.

   Freedom of Expression Policy

It is expected that faculty and students will respect the views of others when expressed in classroom discussions.

   Testing Center Policy:

For testing center policies see the following link: http://www.austincc.edu/support-and-services/services-for-students/testing-services/instructional-testing

   Attendance / Withdrawal

Students are expected to keep current with the course.  This will be demonstrated by successfully completing competency exams in a timely manner.  The instructor may withdraw students from this class if they do not keep up with this course, but is not required to do so.  The last date to withdraw for this semester is JUNE 21, 2025.  It is not the responsibility of the instructor to withdraw the students from their class even though the instructor has the prerogative to do so under the above listed circumstances. 

   Rule of Three/Rule of Six

Students who enroll for the third or subsequent time in a course taken since fall 2017 are charged a higher tuition rate.  State law permits students to withdraw from no more than six courses during their entire undergraduate career at Texas public colleges or universities.  With certain exceptions, all course withdrawals automatically count towards this limit.  Details regard this policy can be found in the ACC College Catalog.

   Student Files – Privacy

The information that a student stores in his/her student hard disk in the Computer Studies Network Labs may be viewed by their instructor for educational and academic reasons.

   Students with Disabilities

Each ACC campus offers support services for students with documented physical or psychological disabilities.  Students with disabilities must request reasonable accommodations through the Office for Students with Disabilities on the campus where they expect to take the majority of their classes.  Students are encouraged to make this request three weeks before the start of the semester.   (Refer to the OSD Web Site for more information).

   Communication

The ACC online Blackboard system, http://acconline.austincc.edu and the ACCmail accounts will be used as the official communication system during this semester.  Lecture notes, handouts, changes to course schedule or assignments and your grades will be posted on Blackboard and all email communication will be via the ACCmail accounts.  All students are expected to check both Blackboard and their ACCmail accounts on a regular basis.  For information on how to log onto Blackboard and ACCmail please visit the following sites: http://irt.austincc.edu/blackboard/StudentSupport.php and http://www.austincc.edu/google.

Safety Statement

Each student is expected to learn and comply with ACC environmental, health and safety procedures and agree to follow ACC safety policies.  Emergency posters and Campus Safety Plans are posted in each classroom.  Additional information about safety procedures and how to sign up to be notified in case of an emergency can be found at http://www.austincc.edu/emergency/.  Anyone who thoughtlessly or intentionally jeopardizes the health or safety of another individual will be immediately dismissed from the day’s activity, may be withdrawn from the class, and / or barred from attending future activities.

Concealed Handgun Policy Statement:

Concealed Handgun Policy The Austin Community College District concealed handgun policy ensures compliance with Section 411.2031 of the Texas Government Code (also known as the Campus Carry Law), while maintaining ACC’s commitment to provide a safe environment for its students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Beginning August 1, 2017, individuals who are licensed to carry (LTC) may do so on campus premises except in locations and at activities prohibited by state or federal law, or the college’s concealed handgun policy. It is the responsibility of license holders to conceal their handguns at all times. Persons who see a handgun on campus are asked to contact the ACC Police Department by dialing 222 from a campus phone or 512-223-7999

Scan Competencies:

Legend:
1 = Concept
2 = Application
3 = Advanced

C5

Acquires and evaluates information

2

C6

Interprets and communicates information

2

C8

Uses computers to process information

2

C9

Participates as a member of a team: Contributes to group effort

2

C16

Monitors and corrects performance: Distinguishes trends, predicts impacts on system operations, diagnoses systems performance, and corrects malfunctions

1

C17

Improves or Designs Systems: Suggests modifications to existing systems and develops new or alternative systems to improve performance

1

C18

Selects technology: Chooses procedures, tools, or equipment, including computers and related technologies

2

C19

Applies technology to task: Understands overall intent and proper procedures for setup and operation of

2

C20

Maintains and troubleshoots equipment: Prevents, identifies, or solves problems with equipment, including computers and other technologies

2

F1

Reading: Locates, understands, and interprets written information in prose and in documents such as manuals

2

F3

Arithmetic: Performs basic computations; uses basic numerical concepts such as whole numbers, etc.

2

F5

Listening: Receives, attends to, interprets, and responds to verbal messages and other cues

2

F9

Problem solving: Recognizes problems and devises and implements plan of action.

1

F10

Seeing Things in the Mind’s Eye: Organizes and processes symbols, pictures, graphs, objects and other

2

F11

Knowing how to learn: Uses efficient learning techniques to acquire and apply new knowledge and skills.

2

F12

Reasoning:  Discovering  a rule or principle underlying the relationship between two or more objects and applies it

2

F13

Responsibility Exerts a high level of effort and perseveres towards goal attainment

2

F14

Self-Esteem: Believes in own self-worth and maintains a positive view of self.

2

F15

Social ability: Demonstrate understanding, friendliness, adaptability, empathy, and politeness in group settings.

2

F16

Self-Management:  Assesses self accurately, sets personal goals, monitors progress, and exhibits self-control.

2

F17

Integrity/Honesty:  Chooses ethical courses of action.

2

Tentative Schedule

    1      June  03 & 05         0   Orientation / Review: Introduction to Computer System

                                 Number System & Logic Gates & DOS/NOS

     2      Jun  10 & 12      1     Introduction to Networking

         3.             17 & 19       2/3   Network Infrastructure / Addressing on Networking

         4.            24 & 26       0      Exam #1 & Lab#1 & Lab#2

         5.     Jul   01 & 03       4/5  Network Protocols And Routing / Network Cabling

    6.                 08 & 10 6/7       Wireless Network / Virtualization Cloud Computing

                                 Exam #2

         7.

15 & 17       8/9  Subnet VLAN / Network Risk Management

                                                                 / Exam #3 / Lab#3 & Lab#4

               8.      22 & 24       10/11   Security Network Design / Network Performance Rec.

         9.    29 & 31       12    Wide Area Network /Exam #4 / Lab #5 / Lab#6

                                                             Capstone Exam #5 / Semester Ends      

VIII

                     Lab Dates:                           (Check dates above)

IX                Exam Dates: Exam #1                  June 18/20  

                                             Exam #2                  July  02/04

                                             Exam #3                  July  9/11

                                             Exam #4                  July  16/18

                                             Exam #5 Capstone  July  23/25

X                 Important Dates:

                      Juneteenth Observed   June 19

                       Independence Day   July 04

                       Last Day to Drop  July 21

                       Semester Ends        July 31