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Integrated Course Outline of Record

Computer Information Systems 26B


COURSE DESCRIPTION
26B Cisco Networking Academy 1B Units: 4.00
 
Prerequisite(s): CIS 26A: Cisco Networking Academy 1A
This course introduces students to routing concepts of LANs, WANs, Ethernet, Token Ring, Fiber Distributed Data Interface, TCP/IP, dynamic routing and network administrator’s role and function. Students will learn to configure the CISCO IOS software and configurations required for specific routing protocols. This course is one of four Cisco-related curricula designed to prepare students for Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification examination. 72 hours lecture.
 
SHORT DESCRIPTION FOR CLASS SCHEDULE
Cisco Networking Academy: Protocols, networking terminology, understanding IP addressing, OSI models, Ethernet, Fiber Distributed Data Interface, and networking adapter related to routers.
 
ADVISORY ENTRY SKILLS
Before entering the course, students will be able to:
  1. Understand cabling LAN’s and WAN’s

  2. Understand the different networking media.

  3. Show proficiency in networking fundamentals and terminology.

  4. Demonstrate making a network cable (straight through and crossover).

  5. Show proficiency in IP Addressing, routing fundamentals, and subnets.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
 Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

Define and explain the common ports on a router.

Demonstrate how Ethernet, serial WAN, and console ports are
properly connected.

Demonstrate the methods of troubleshooting Cisco IOS software.

Explain the command and steps required to configure router host
tables, and interfaces.

Define the steps and commands to configure distance vector
routing protocols (RIP/IGRP).

Create a standard ACL and an extended ACL and apply it to the
proper interface.
 
COURSE CONTENT
  TOPICS
 

1.   Understanding WANs and Routers:
      a.   Which type of standards and protocols are used
      b.   Define the role of a router in a WAN 
      c.   The different types of WAN connections, encapsulations,
            and protocols.
2.   Demonstrate an understanding of Routers..
      a.   Describe  the steps required to log in to a router
      b.   Describe the methods of troubleshooting Cisco IOS software.
3.   Demonstrate configuring a router.
      a.   What are the commands to name a router?
      b.   How to use the show commands.
      c.   Commands required to configure host tables.
      d.   Configure an Ethernet interface.
4.   Demonstrate and understanding about other devices.
      a.   Commands to disable and troubleshoot CDP
      b.   The reasons to use Telnet remotely to other routers.
5.   Define and manage Cisco IOS software
      a.   Describe the boot system command is used
      b.   Describe the configuration register values and how they are
            used.
      c.   Describe to load an IOS using TFTP.
      d.   Define the process and commands used to create and load a
            software image.
6.   Routing and Routing Protocols
      a.   Define the difference between routed and routing protocols.
      b.   Define the difference between static and versus dynamic
            routes.
7.   Demonstrate an understanding Distance Vector routing Protocols.
      a.   Steps and commands to configure RIP.
      b.   Steps and commands to configure IGRP.
      c.   Describe IP classless command.
      d.   Describe routing loops .
8.   Demonstrate an understanding of TCP/IP Suite Error and control
      Messages.
      a.   Define some of the ICMP error messages.
      b.   Define the courses of error messages.
      c.   Define, describe, the function of ICMP.
9.   Define Basic Router Troubleshooting.
      a.   Describe how the ping command is used.
      b.   Describe how the traceroute command is used
      c.   How is show interfaces command used?
      d.   Define how telnet is used.
10. Demonstrate an understanding of intermediate TCP/IP.
      a.   What is TCP synchronization and flow control?
      b.   Describe the primary processes and operation of User
            Datagram Protocol (UDP).
      c.   Describe the common ports numbers and how are they used.
      d.   Describe the relationship between MAC, IP, and port numbers
11.   Describe Access Control Lists (ACls):
      a.   How do ACLs provide security and network control.
      b.   What is the difference between standard ACLs and Extended
            ACLs.
      c.   Determine which wildcard mask and interface to use for the
            ACLs.
 
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
 Methods of instruction used to achieve student learning outcomes may include, but are not limited to:

  • Presentation of class lectures/discussions/demonstrations in order to clarify the principles of Routing protocols RIP/ICMP and IP addressing
  • Presentation of class lectures/discussions/demonstrations in order to model and explain the fundamental concepts of routing, managing Cisco IOS software, distance vector routing protocols, IGRP, and Access Control Lists (ACLs)
  • Web-based/web-enhanced/online/distance learning tasks/activities such as using Netlab in order to reinforce understanding of concepts related Cisco routing fundamentals
  • Web-based/web-enhanced/online/distance learning tasks/activities such as Cisco testing, Netlab lab assignments, online curriculum, and online lab submissions in order for students to understand the principles of routing troubleshooting and access control lists
  • Online and hands on Laboratory activities and application assignments in order to address areas of improvement in the fundamental concepts of how ACL’s provide security and control to a network
  • Projects in order to facilitate and demonstrate the acquisition of skills required to determine which wildcard mask should be used and the difference between standard ACLs and Extended ACLs
  • Collaborative projects/cooperative learning tasks in order to encourage students to develop and apply Cisco networking skills
 
METHODS OF EVALUATION
 Students will be evaluated for progress in and/or mastery of learning outcomes by methods of evaluation which may include, but are not limited to:

  • Quizzes/examinations designed to measure students’ degree of mastery of routing fundamentals
  • Exercises/lab projects designed to demonstrate the acquisition of Access Control List and interface placement
  • Lab projects and oral presentations combing the use of router configurations, static routing, using RIP, using IGRP and basic router troubleshooting
  • Computer laboratory assignments/projects designed to clarify students’ individual router fluency strengths and areas of improvement
  • Collaborative projects designed to demonstrate successful understanding of routing configuration skills and team work skills
  • Final exam designed to evaluate students’ overall achievement of course objectives in Cisco routing concepts and router configuration skills
ASSIGNMENTS

Required Reading Assignments


Required Writing Assignments


Other Outside-of-Class Assignments
 
COURSE MATERIALS
 All materials used in this course will be periodically reviewed to ensure that they are appropriate for college level instruction. Possible texts include:

  • -. Cisco Networking Academy Program: CCNA 1 and 2 Companion Guide. Revised 3rd ed. New York: Cisco Press, 2005.
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