FORMAT 1Submit original with signatures + 3 copies

TRIAL COURSE OR NEW COURSE PROPOSAL

SUBMITTED BY:Department

CIOS College/School CRCD

Prepared by

Keith Swarner Phone 455-2820

Email Contact

keith.swarner@uaf.edu Faculty Contact

keith.swarner@uaf.edu/455-2820

See http://www.uaf.edu/uafgov/faculty/cd/cdman.html for a complete description of the rules governing curriculum & course changes.

1. ACTION DESIRED (check one): Trial Course New Course X

2. COURSE IDENTIFICATION: Dept CIOS Course

# 250 No. of Credits 4

Justify upper/lower division status & number of credits:This course builds on the skills developed in CIOS 245. This course will provide students with an understanding of the intermediate LAN technologies and protocols used to build hierarchical networks. This course would be appropriate for degree students who are entering their third or fourth semester.

Approximately the following amount of instructional time will be delivered in each of the following major topic areas (Note: the terminology used in the following list is generic networking language and will not necessarily match perfectly with the topics language used on the sample syllabus being submitted with this new course form): Switch LAN Architecture, 2 hrs.; Considerations and Issues with Converged Networks, 1.5 hrs.; 3-Layer Hierarchical Model, 1.5 hrs.; Principles of Hierarchical Network Design, 1.5 hrs.; LAN Switch Selection, 1 hr.; Ethernet/802.3 LANs Overview and Operation, 3 hrs.; Performance Issues with Ethernet/802.3 LANs, 1 hr.; Ethernet/802.3 Design Considerations, 2 hrs.; LAN Segmentation Methods, 1.5 hrs.; Switch Concepts and Functions, 2 hrs.; LAN Switch Operations, 1.5 hrs.; LAN Switch Configuration, 3 hrs.; Verifying and Troubleshooting Basic Switch Configurations, 1 hr.; LAN Switch Maintenance, 2 hrs.; LAN Switch Security, 3 hrs.; Physical vs. Logical Network Segmentation, 1 hr.; Overview of VLANs, 2 hrs.; Segmenting Networks with VLANs, 2 hrs.; VLAN Configuration, 2 hrs.; VLAN Verification and Troubleshooting, 2 hrs.; Managing VLAN Configurations, 1 hr.; Interconnecting Switches and VLAN Trunking Methods, 2 hrs.; Configuring VLAN trunks, 1 hr.; Troubleshooting and Verifying VLAN Trunks, 2 hrs.; VLAN Trunking Protocol Overview and Implementation, 3 hrs.; Overview and Problems with Redundant Layer 2 Topologies, 1.5 hrs.; Spanning Tree Protocol, 3 hrs.; Troubleshooting Redundant Layer 2 Topologies, 1 hr.; Overview of Inter-VLAN communication, 1 hr.; Configuring Inter-VLAN communication, 1.5 hrs.; Troubleshooting and Verifying Inter-VLAN communication, 1.5 hrs.; Overview of Wireless LAN Technologies, 2 hrs.; Wireless LAN Security Issues and Solutions, 2 hrs.; Implementing and Configuring Wireless LAN Devices, 2 hrs.

3. PROPOSED COURSE TITLE:

Intermediate Networking and LAN Infrastructure

4. CROSS LISTED? YES/NO No If yes, Dept: NA Course # NA

(Requires approval of both departments and deans involved. Add lines at end of form for such signatures.)5. STACKED? YES/NO No If yes, Dept. NA Course # NA

6. FREQUENCY OF OFFERING: As Demand Warrants

(Every or Alternate) Fall, Spring, Summer — or As Demand Warrants

7. SEMESTER & YEAR OF FIRST OFFERING (if approved) Spring 2009

8. COURSE FORMAT:NOTE: Course hours may not be compressed into fewer than three days per credit. Any course compressed into fewer than six weeks must be approved by the college or school's curriculum council. Furthermore, any core course compressed to less than six weeks must be approved by the core review committee. COURSE FORMAT: (check one)

1 2 3 4 5 X 6 weeks to full semester

OTHER FORMAT (specify) NAMode of delivery (specify lecture, field trips, labs, etc)

Lecture

9. CONTACT HOURS PER WEEK: 4 LECTUREhours/weeks 0 LAB

hours /week 0 PRACTICUMhours /week

Note: # of credits are based on contact hours. 800 minutes of lecture=1 credit. 2400 minutes of lab in a science course=1 credit. 1600 minutes in non-science lab=1 credit. 2400-4800 minutes of practicum=1 credit. 2400-8000 minutes of internship=1 credit. This must match with the syllabus. See http://www.uaf.edu/uafgov/faculty/cd/credits.html for more information on number of credits.

OTHER HOURS (specify type) NA

10. COMPLETE CATALOG DESCRIPTION including dept., number, title and credits (50 words or less, if possible):

CIOS 250 4 CreditsIntermediate Networking and LAN InfrastructureThis course will provide students with an understanding of the intermediate LAN technologies and protocols used to build hierarchical networks. Students will learn how to configure and integrate LAN devices and technologies into hierarchical internetworks. Course topics include: switch configuration, Virtual LANs (VLANs), Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), and VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP), Inter-VLAN routing, and wireless LANs. (Prerequisite: CIOS 245 or permission of the instructor.) (4+0) Offered As Demand Warrants

11. COURSE CLASSIFICATIONS: (undergraduate courses only. Use approved criteria found on Page 10 & 17 of the manual. If justification is needed, attach on separate sheet.)

H = Humanities N = Natural Science S = Social Sciences

Will this course be used to fulfill a requirement for the baccalaureate core? YES X NO

IF YES, check which core requirements it could be used to fulfill:O = Oral Intensive, Format

6 W = Writing Intensive, Format 7 Natural Science, Format 8

12. COURSE REPEATABILITY: Is this course repeatable for credit? YES X N

OJustification: Indicate why the course can be repeated (for example, the course follows a different theme each time).

NA

How many times may the course be repeated for credit? NA TIMES

If the course can be repeated with variable credit, what is the maximum number of credit hours that may be earned for this course? NA

CREDITS

13. GRADING SYSTEM: LETTER: X PASS/FAIL:

RESTRICTIONS ON ENROLLMENT (if any)14. PREREQUISITES CIOS 245 or permission of the instructor.

These will be required before the student is allowed to enroll in the course.RECOMMENDED

None

Classes, etc. that student is strongly encouraged to complete prior to this course.15. SPECIAL RESTRICTIONS, CONDITIONS

None

16. PROPOSED COURSE FEES NoneHas a memo been submitted through your dean to the Provost & VCAS for fee approval? Yes/No

NA

17. PREVIOUS HISTORY Has the course been offered as special topics or trial course previously? Yes/No

Yes

If yes, give semester, year, course #, etc.:The topics in this new course proposal have been offered on a consistent basis over the last several years through the topics class CIOS 216 IT Certifications II. Because this course topic is being delivered on a consistent basis, we are recommending and proposing that the course topic be delivered through a distinct course number.

18. ESTIMATED IMPACT WHAT IMPACT, IF ANY, WILL THIS HAVE ON BUDGET, FACILITIES/SPACE, FACULTY, ETC.

If approved, the topics within this class will no longer be taught through the topics class of CIOS 216 and faculty currently teaching this topic through CIOS 216 will instead be assigned to teach this topic through this new course number; therefore it is not anticipated that the addition of this course will have any impact on budget, facilities/space, or faculty resources.

19. LIBRARY COLLECTIONSHave you contacted the library collection development officer (ffklj@uaf.edu, 474-6695) with regard to the adequacy of library/media collections, equipment, and services available for the proposed course? If so, give date of contact and resolution. If not, explain why not. No Yes X Karen Jensen, the collection development officer for the library, was

contacted by email on 2/11/2008. We don’t anticipate the need for any library acquisitions.

20. IMPACTS ON PROGRAMS/DEPTSWhat programs/departments will be affected by this proposed action?Include information on the Programs/Departments contacted (e.g., email, memo)

ITS. All CRCD CIOS faculty from the following campus have been contacted regarding this change: IAC, KuC, NWC, TVC.

21. POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE IMPACTSPlease specify positive and negative impacts on other courses, programs and departments resulting from the proposed action.

Positive Impacts: We believe that this change will provide more clarity to the current CIOS offerings for students, advisors and the graduation office. We also believe that offering this course through a distinct course number is more appropriate than continuing to offer it through a topics class.

This course provides an opportunity for students to build on a foundation of skills and knowledge developed in previous courses. This course provides an in-depth exploration of the intermediate the LAN technologies and protocols used to build hierarchical networks. Students learn the details necessary to configure routers and LAN switches to implement VLANs, VLAN trunking, inter-VLAN communication and wireless networks. Students who possess an in-depth understanding of these topics are more competitive candidates for job positions in the networking field.

Negative Impacts: No negative impacts are foreseen.

JUSTIFICATION FOR ACTION REQUESTEDThe purpose of the department and campus-wide curriculum committees is to scrutinize course change and new course applications to make sure that the quality of UAF education is not lowered as a result of the proposed change. Please address this in your response. This section needs to be self-explanatory. Use as much space as needed to fully justify the proposed course.

This topic has been consistently taught the last several years and will continue to be taught into the foreseeable future and we believe that offering this course through a distinct course number is will increase the clarity of this course offering for students, advisor and graduation office staff and is an improvement over how this course is currently being delivered. The anticipate result of this change will not lower the quality of UAF education, but rather provide a clearer understanding of CIOS course offerings. Because CIOS 216 is currently used to teach other IT Certification topics, we are not submitting concurrent proposal to delete this class; however we are currently reviewing the topics delivered through this topics class to ensure that only current IT certification topics with a short life are being taught through this course number.

This course enables us to meet the expectations that employers have of program graduates who are specifically preparing to work in network infrastructure administration.

Employers hiring individuals to work in this specific area of information technology expect these individuals to possess the knowledge to implement VLANs and inter-VLAN communication within a network infrastructure. The student learning outcomes for this course are derived from objectives defined for the Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices exam. This exam leads to the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification. This external industry certification is a recognized by employers as a standard for proving that an individual possess a foundation in and apprentice knowledge of networking.

The primary objectives of this course will be to teach students how to configure routers and LAN switches with VLANs and implement inter-VLAN communication. Students preparing to work in the networking field will be expected to have an in-depth understanding of these topics.

This course consists of 3200 minutes of lecture and 0 hours of lab and practicum. Content for the course is delivered in a lecture format and students are expected to study material and complete homework assignments outside of the 3200 minutes of classroom instruction.

This course requires that all students have completed the specific topics covered in CIOS 245 and this course will continue building on these topics; therefore all students must complete CIOS 245 or receive special permission to enroll from the instructor.

APPROVALS:

Date 2/15/2008

Signature, Chair, Program/Department of: Computer Information and Office Systems (CIOS)

Date 2/20/2008Signature, CRCD Division Coordinator for: Business Systems Technology

DateSignature, Chair, College/School Curriculum Council for: College of Rural and Community Development

DateSignature, Dean, College/School of: College of Rural and Community Development

DateSignature of Provost (if applicable)Offerings above the level of approved programs must be approved in advance by the Provost.

ALL SIGNATURES MUST BE OBTAINED PRIOR TO SUBMISSION TO THE GOVERNANCE OFFICE

DateSignature, Chair, UAF Faculty Senate Curriculum Review

Committee

ADDITIONAL SIGNATURES: (If required)

DateSignature, Chair, Program/Department of:

DateSignature, Chair, College/School Curriculum Council for:

DateSignature, Dean, College/School of:

ATTACH COMPLETE SYLLABUS (as part of this application). Note: syllabus must follow the guidelines discussed in the Faculty Senate Guide http://www.uaf.edu/uafgov/faculty/cd/syllabus.html. The department and campus wide curriculum committees will review the syllabus to ensure that each of the items listed below are included. If items are missing or unclear, the proposed course change will be denied. SYLLABUS CHECKLIST FOR ALL UAF COURSESDuring the first week of class, instructors will distribute a course syllabus. Although modifications may be made throughout the semester, this document will contain the following information (as applicable to the discipline):1. Course information:

Title, number, credits, prerequisites, location, meeting time (make sure that contact hours are in line with credits).

2. Instructor (and if applicable, Teaching Assistant) information: Name, office location, office hours, telephone, email address.

3. Course readings/materials: Course textbook title, author, edition/publisher. Supplementary readings (indicate whether required or recommended) and any supplies required.

4. Course description: Content of the course and how it fits into the broader curriculum; Expected proficiencies required to undertake the course, if applicable. Inclusion of catalog description is strongly recommended, and Description in syllabus must be consistent with catalog course description.

5. Course Goals (general) and Student Learning Outcomes (more specific)6. Instructional methods:

Describe the teaching techniques (eg: lecture, case study, small group discussion, private instruction, studio instruction, values clarification, games, journal writing, use of Blackboard, audio/video conferencing, etc.).

7. Course calendar: A schedule of class topics and assignments must be included. Be specific so that it is clear that the instructor has thought this through and will not be making it up on the fly (e.g. it is not adequate to say “lab”. Instead, give each lab a title that describes its content). You may call the outline Tentative or Work in Progress to allow for modifications during the semester.

8. Course policies: Specify course rules, including your policies on attendance, tardiness, class participation, make-up exams, and plagiarism/academic integrity.

9. Evaluation: Specify how students will be evaluated, what factors will be included, their relative value, and how they will be tabulated into grades (on a curve, absolute scores, etc.)

10. Support Services: Describe the student support services such as tutoring (local and/or regional) appropriate for the course.

11.  Disabilities Services: The Office of Disability Services implements the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and insures that UAF students have equal access to the campus and course materials. State that you will work with the Office of Disabilities Services (203 WHIT, 474-7043) to provide reasonable accommodation to students with disabilities.”

Course Syllabus: CIOS 250 Intermediate Networking and LAN InfrastructureCourse Syllabus

CIOS 250 Intermediate Networking and LAN InfrastructureUniversity of Alaska Fairbanks

Course InformationCourse Number-Section, Title: CIOS 250 Intermediate Networking and LAN InfrastructureNumber of Credits: 4.0Prerequisite: Students must successfully complete CIOS 245 or receive instructor permission prior to enrolling in this course.Class Location: UAF Downtown Center, Room 210Meeting Days & Time: Thursday, 5-9 PMThis course will consist of a single 4-hour class lecture delivered once a week for 14 weeks. Students can expected to spend an additional eight to twelve hours per week outside of scheduled classroom lecture studying lecture material, completing reading assignments and homework.

Instructor InformationName: Keith SwarnerOffice Location: UAF Downtown Center, 510 Second Ave, Fairbanks AK, room 210BOffice Hours: 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm Monday – Thursday or by appointmentTelephone: 455-2820Email: keith.swarner@uaf.edu

Course Readings/MaterialsRequired textbook/materials:

Online Curriculum – http://classes.uaf.edu Local access to the online curriculum is available through the UAF Blackboard learning management system at http://classes.uaf.edu. The online curriculum is the primary source of information for all online chapter exams. A backup to the local curriculum access is available at http://cisco.netacad.net and should only be used to if local access is unavailable.Articles and PapersOther articles and papers that contain information related to the topics we are studying will also be available through the class site on Blackboard at http://classes.uaf.edu.Packet Tracer 4.1Packet Tracer 4.1 is a simulation-based learning environment for students to design, configure, and troubleshoot computer networks at a CCNA-level of complexity.Information about how to obtain a copy of Packet Tracer 4.1 for you to install on your own computer is available at the class site on Blackboard at http://classes.uaf.edu.

Recommended textbook/materials:TextbookThe recommended textbook resource for this course is a two-book study guide for the CCNA exam. These books will serve as a good reference of key information tested on the CCNA exam and will provide a slightly different perspective of the information we are covering in class.

Title: CCNA Official Exam Certification Library (CCNA Exam 640-802), 3rd EditionAuthor(s): Wendell OdomPublisher: Cisco PressISBN No: ISBN-10: 1-58720-183-6; ISBN-13: 978-1-58720-183-7

Course Syllabus: CIOS 250 Intermediate Networking and LAN InfrastructureCourse DescriptionThis course will provide students with an understanding of the intermediate LAN technologies and protocols used to build hierarchical networks. Students will learn how to configure and integrate LAN devices and technologies into hierarchical internetworks. Course topics include: switch configuration, Virtual LANs (VLANs), Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), and VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP), Inter-VLAN routing, and wireless LANs.Course GoalsUpon successful completion of this course, students will possess skills, knowledge, or abilities related to the following statements:

Examination of Ethernet/802.3 frames for troubleshooting purposes. Switch and router configuration and troubleshooting for Virtual LANs (VLANs). Switch configuration and troubleshooting for Spanning Tree Protocol (STP). Switch configuration and troubleshooting for VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP). Switch configuration and troubleshooting for switch security. Switch configuration and troubleshooting for trunking switches. Configuration of a wireless access point, a wireless router and a wireless NIC. Wireless router security configuration and troubleshooting.

Student Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Describe how a hierarchical network supports the voice, video, and data needs of a small- or medium-sized business.

Describe the functions of each of the three levels of the hierarchical network design model, the principles of hierarchical network design (aggregate connectivity, network diameter, and redundancy), and the concept of a converged network.

Provide examples of how voice and video over IP affect network design. Select appropriate devices to operate at each level of the hierarchy, including voice and

video components. Match the appropriate Cisco switch to each layer in the hierarchical network design model. Summarize the operation of 100/1000 Mbps Ethernet LANs as defined in the IEEE 802.3 standard. Explain the function that enable a switch to forward Ethernet frames in a LAN. Configure a switch for operation in a network designed to support voice, video, and data. Configure basic security on a switch that will operate in a network designed to support voice,

video, and data transmissions. Explain the role of VLANs and trunking VLANs in a network Configure and troubleshoot VLANs on switches in a network topology. Explain the role of VTP in a converged switched network. Describe the operation of VTP including domains, modes, advertisements, and pruning. Configure VTP on the switches in a converged network. Explain the role of redundancy in a converged network. Summarize how STP works to eliminate Layer 2 loops in a converged network Explain how the STP algorithm uses three steps to converge on a loop-free topology. Implement rapid PVST+ in a LAN to prevent loops between redundant switches Explain how network traffic is routed between VLANs in a converged network Configure and troubleshoot inter-VLAN routing on a router to enable communication

between end-user devices on separate VLANs Describe the components and basic operation of wireless LANs Describe the components and operations of basic WLAN security. Configure, troubleshooting and verify basic wireless LAN access and client access.

Instructional MethodsThis course teaches students through lectures, demonstrations, instructor-led discussions, and assignments and projects completed by students on both real and simulated networks. Students are

Course Syllabus: CIOS 250 Intermediate Networking and LAN Infrastructureexpected to complete required reading assignments prior to each lecture. Students are expected to complete assigned homework during the week that follows that topic’s lecture and to arrive prepared to discuss homework at the beginning of the following week’s class.

Course PoliciesAttendance: You are expected to attend classes regularly; unexcused absences may result in a failing grade. You are responsible for coordinating absences and the possibility of arranging to make up missed work with the instructor prior to the absence.If an unforeseen circumstance prevents you from attending class you are expected to contact the instructor via email or phone prior to the start of the next class.If you are required to participate in either (a) military or (b) UAF-sponsored activities that will cause you to miss class, you must notify your instructor as soon as possible of your absence. You must notify your instructor of all scheduled UAF-required absences for the semester (e.g., travel to athletic events) during the first week of classes.Late Assignments: Late assignments will not be accepted unless pre-arranged with the instructor.Missed Exams: All chapter exams will be activated for a single attempt one week prior to the final exam. Any chapter exams that you have missed will be active for you to complete during this time period. Final scores for missed exams that are completed after the original activation period will be receive a 10% point deduction. Important Dates: Check the UAF Academic Calendar for important dates related to fee payment, class registration and last day to drop courses. The calendar can be viewed online at: http://www.uaf.edu/catalog/current/acad_calendar.htmlPlagiarism/Academic integrity: Plagiarism and cheating are serious offenses and may result in failure on exams, papers, projects, or courses.Support ServicesThe TVC Student Assistance and Advising Center provides services that contribute to a successful learning experience and transition to a career. TVC Student Assistance and Advising Center staff recognizes the unique concerns of adult and returning students. Services include pre-admission advising, academic assessment and placement advising, financial aid information and application, and assistance with choosing a major. Students can receive ongoing academic advising, degree planning and assistance with course selections. Services are available by appointment and on a walk-in basis. Appointments can be scheduled by calling 455-2800 or in person at the Tanana Valley Campus Center, 604 Barnette Street, room 110.

Disability ServicesThe UAF Office of Disability Services implements the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and insures that UAF students have equal access to the campus and course materials. The instructor will work the Office of Disability Services to provide reasonable accommodations to students with disabilities that have been documented through the UAF Office of Disability Services. Information about available services is available online at http://www.uaf.edu/disability/. The office can be reached by phone at 474-5655.

Course Syllabus: CIOS 250 Intermediate Networking and LAN Infrastructure

Evaluation:Final grades are calculated from the points earned in the following areas:

Chapter Assignments......................................................................................................... 10%Chapter assignments provide an opportunity for to practice and apply the knowledge and skills covered through class lectures and readings. You will need to download assignments from the class site on Blackboard; complete the assignment as instructed; and finally, uploaded the completed assignment to the class site on Blackboard for instructor comments and evaluation.Chapter Assessments......................................................................................................... 20%Chapter Assessments are designed to reinforce and measure retention of information covered in reading assignments and in lecture. You will need to log on to the Cisco Networking Academy site to take these exams at: http://cisco.netacad.net.

Chapter assessments are active for one week after the lecture for that chapter has completed. You will be allowed two attempts for each chapter assessment during the activation period.

If you are not satisfied with your score on a chapter assessment, you can choose to retake the assessment during the activation period for that assessment. If you choose to retake an assessment, your first score will be permanently deleted and replaced with the score earned during the second attempt.

See course policies for information about missed exams.Projects............................................................................................................................... 10%Projects will provide an opportunity to integrate multiple skills and technologies into a single network implementation. Two projects planned for the course.Skill-based Final Exam...................................................................................................... 25%The Skill-base Final Exam will require students to integrate the knowledge and skills developed throughout the entire course.Online Final Exam............................................................................................................. 35%The Online Final Exam is a comprehensive assessment of the student’s use and retention of course material covered throughout the course.

Letter grades for the course will be determined as follows and will reflect the Grading System and Grade Point Average Computation policy stated in the current UAF Catalog.

A.................................................................................... 90–100%B...................................................................................... 80–89%C...................................................................................... 70–79%D.....................................................................................60–69%F.............................................................................. less than 60%

Withdrawal – Course withdrawals may be either student-initiated or faculty-initiated. A faculty-initiated withdrawal will be initiated if you don't meet prerequisites for a course or if you haven't participated substantially in the course. An attempt will be made to contact students prior to initiating a faculty-initiated withdrawal. It is the responsibility of the student to maintain current contact information (phone number and email address) within UA Online system.Incomplete - An incomplete is a temporary grade used to indicate that the student has satisfactorily completed (C or better) the majority of work in a course but for personal reasons beyond the student’s control, such as sickness, has not been able to complete the course during the regular semester. An incomplete will only be assigned in a case when the student is current in the class until at least the last three weeks of the course. Negligence or indifference is not acceptable reasons for an “I” grade. If an incomplete assigned, it must be made up within one year or it will automatically be changed to an “F” grade

Course Syllabus: CIOS 250 Intermediate Networking and LAN Infrastructure

Course Schedule:The following course schedule provides a weekly schedule of major course topics, assignments, assessments and exams. Students are expected to complete the reading assignment indicated on Blackboard prior to the class in which lecture topics are listed. Homework assignments are to be completed outside of schedule class time during the week after the course topic has been covered in class. Students should be prepared to discuss homework at the beginning of the following class.

Week 1 – Use of Switches in Converged Network EnvironmentTopics: Course Introduction; Switched LAN Architecture; Cisco’s 3-Layer Hierarchical

Network Model; Principles of Hierarchical Network Design; Network Convergence – voice, video, and data networks; Considerations for Switch Selections; Switch Features; Switches for Small and Medium Sized Networks

Assignments: Download and complete Ch. 1 Assignments listed at class site on Blackboard

Week 2 – Ethernet/802.3 LANs and Basic Switch ConfigurationTopics: Ethernet/802.3 LANs; Ethernet/803.3 Design Considerations; LAN Design

Considerations; Switch Frame Forwarding Methods; Symmetric vs. Asymmetric Switching; Memory Buffering; Layer 2 and Layer 3 Switching; Switch CLI Modes; IOS Help; Switch Boot Sequence; Basic Switch Configuration; Verifying Switch Configuration

Week 3 – Security Considerations in Ethernet/802.3 LANsChapter Assessment: Ch. 1 Assessment DueTopics: Configuring Switch Security—passwords, login banners, and port security; Configuring

Telnet and SSH access; Common Security Attacks; Security Tools; Managing Switch Operating System and Configuration Files

Assignments: Download and complete Ch. 2 Assignments listed at class site on Blackboard

Week 4 – Virtual LAN (VLAN) Concepts and Configurations in a Switch EnvironmentChapter Assessment: Ch. 2 Assessment DueTopics: Introduction to VLANs; Types of VLANs; Switch Port VLAN Membership; Controlling

Broadcast Domains; VLAN Trunk Operation; VLAN Configuration Overview; Configuring VLANs; Managing VLANs; Troubleshooting VLANs

Week 5 – VLAN Trunking Concepts and Configurations in a Switch EnvironmentTopics: Overview of VLAN Trunks; VLAN Trunk Modes; Trunk Configuration Overview;

Configuring Trunks; Managing Trunks; Troubleshooting TrunksAssignments: Download and complete Ch. 3 Assignments listed at class site on Blackboard

Week 6 – VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP)Chapter Assessments: Ch. 3 Assessment DueTopics: Overview and Introduction of VTP; VTP Operation—vtp domains, vtp advertising, vtp

modes, vtp pruning; Configuring VTP, Troubleshooting VTP Configurations; Managing VLANs on a VTP Server

Assignments: Download and complete Ch. 4 Assignments listed at class site on Blackboard

Week 7 – Project 1: Planning, implementing and managing an Ethernet/802.3 network with VLANs, trunk links and VTP

Chapter Assessments: Ch. 4 Assessment DueProject Discussion: Project 1 ImplementationAssignment: Reflective paper based on implementation of Project 1

Course Syllabus: CIOS 250 Intermediate Networking and LAN Infrastructure

Week 8 – Redundant Layer 2 Topologies and Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)Topics: Overview of Redundant Layer 2 Topologies; Problems Inherent with Layer 2

Topologies; Overview of Spanning Tree Protocol (STP); Spanning Tree Algorithm; STP BPDU; Bridge ID; Port Roles; STP Port States; STP Convergence—root bridge election, root port elections, designated ports and non-designated port election; STP Topology Change; PVST+, RSTP, and Rapid PVST+

Assignments: Download and complete Ch. 5 Assignments listed at class site on Blackboard

Week 9 – Inter-VLAN Routing Concepts and ConfigurationChapter Assessments: Ch. 5 Assessment DueTopics: Overview of Inter-VLAN Routing; Inter-VLAN Routing Topology Considerations;

Non-Trunk; Trunk-based Inter-VLAN Routing Router Configuration Troubleshooting Inter-VLAN Routing—switch configuration issues, router configuration issues, IP addressing issues

Assignments: Download and complete Ch. 6 Assignments listed at class site on Blackboard

Week 10 – 802.11 Wireless Networks Overview and Basic ConfigurationChapter Assessments: Ch. 6 Assessment DueTopics: Overview of Wireless LANs; Wireless LAN Standards; Wireless Infrastructure

Components; Wireless Operation; Planning Wireless LANs; Basic Wireless Access Point Configuration; Basic Wireless NIC Configuration

Week 11 – Securing 802.11 Wireless NetworksTopics: Overview of Wireless LAN Security; Wireless Security Threats; Wireless Security

Protocols; Securing a Wireless LAN; Securing Wireless Access Points; Secure Wireless NIC Configurations; Troubleshooting Simple Wireless LAN Problems

Assignments: Download and complete Ch. 7 Assignments listed at class site on Blackboard

Week 12 – Project 2: Planning, implementing and managing a network with redundancy Layer 2 and requirements for inter-VLAN communications and 802.11 wireless access points.

Chapter Assessments: Ch. 7 Assessment DueProject Discussion: Project 2 ImplementationHomework: Reflective paper based on implementation of Project 2

Week 13 – CCNA Exam Objectives ReviewTopics: 802.3/Ethernet LAN Segmentation; Collision and Broadcast Domains; Maintaining and

Troubleshooting Ethernet Switches—Basic Configurations, MAC Address Management, Port Security; VLANs—Implementation, Management, and Troubleshooting; VLAN Trunking—Implementing and Troubleshooting; Configuring and Troubleshooting VTP; 802.11 Wireless Networking

Week 14 – Skill-based ExamExam: Skill-based Exam

Week 15 – Final ExamFinal Exam: Online Final Exam