Syllabus: CompTIA Network+ Certification Subject Code: 140220 Course Number: NTN7004 CIP Code: 11.1001 SOC Code: 11-3021 C-TEC of Licking County 150 Price Road Newark, Ohio 43055
Instructor: Mark Vukovic Instructor Contact: C-TEC 150 Price Road, Newark, Ohio 43055 Appointments as scheduled Office Telephone (740) 364-2264 C-TEC Telephone (740) 364-2333 Cell (614) 891-9900 Email Address: mvukovic@c-tec.edu Class Meeting Times: December 3, 2013-February 20, 2014, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM Class Location: Classroom 1007 Minimum Hours: 80 Hours Course Prerequisites: WorkKeys pretesting, copy of High School Diploma or GED Required and Recommended Texts and Resources: LogicalCHOICE CompTIA Network+ (Exam N10-005) Print/Electronic Training Bundle Websites for Gathering Information and Research: Logical Operations ebook online resources (an access key will be provided to you). You will do labs and other exercises using this online resource. MeasureUp Practice Tests A user license will be provided to you from your instructor for you to do practice. Course Description: This course is intended for entry-level computer support professionals with a basic knowledge of computer hardware, software, and operating systems to prepare for the CompTIA Network+ (Exam N10-005), or who wish to increase their knowledge and understanding of networking concepts and acquire the required skills to prepare for a career in network support or administration.
Course Objectives/Outcomes: The course objectives include: Preparing students for post-program success, both in the work force and in their educational pursuits. Preparing students to process information using higher order thinking skills and to engage in sound decision-making. Providing a rich learning environment utilizing research-based methods of instruction, state-of-the-art technology, and current resources and materials. Maintaining high expectations for all students regardless of educational needs and providing support necessary for achievement. Providing a challenging, worthwhile curriculum based on current industry/academic expectations. Specifically and upon successful completion of the course CompTIA Network+ Certification, the students will be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of networking terminology, network categories, standard network models, physical network topologies, logical network topologies Understand data transmission methods, media access methods, and signaling methods Demonstrate basic proficiency with bounded and unbounded network media, noise, control, and various network connectivity devices Demonstrate an understanding of Ethernet and wireless networks Demonstrate an understanding of OSI and TCP/IP models Understand the TCP/IP Protocol Suite, IP addressing, default IP addressing schemes, creating custom IP addressing schemes, the implementation of IPv6 addresses, and delivery techniques Demonstrate proficiency with switching, static IP routing, dynamic IP routing, virtual LANs, Plan a S OHO Network Understand WAN Transmission Technologies, WAN Connectivity Methods, and voice over data transmission Understand remote network architectures, remote access networking implementations, virtual private networking, and VPN protocols Understand computer security basics, system security tools, authentication methods, and encryption methods Grading: Evaluation of student performance is based upon pupil performance objectives relating to course competencies study. The number of competencies mastered and the degree of mastery is translated into appropriate grades consistent with the C-TEC Board of Education policy on grading guidelines, practices, and procedures. In the process of evaluation, instructors obtain several grades for each student within the time frame of the program/course. These grades may include, but are not limited to, performance on tests, quizzes, homework, assignments, special research projects, classroom participation, lab competency mastery and/or improvement and the demonstration of positive employability traits.
Journal Reflection: A journal reflection should begin with an introductory paragraph that introduces the main topic of the article and summarizes its content. Following the introduction, a few paragraphs should be written detailing insights, implications, and how the information might be applied in your career. In addition, the reflection should include your personal thoughts and opinions concerning the content of the article. Reflections should be approximately 1 1/2 to 2 pages in length. Students must maintain a 70% GPA. Final grades will be assigned based upon the student's accumulated points. Letter grades will be assigned using the following scale: Grading Scale 90-100% - A 80-89% - B 70-79% - C 60-69% - D 59% or below F Credentialing: CompTIA Network+ (Exam N10-005) Course Policies: Disruptive Behavior Disruptive behavior of any type is NOT permitted and may result in dismissal from the program. Sleeping during class, tardiness to class, excessive talking during class and disrespectful behavior are examples of disruptive behavior. Plagiarism Submitting plagiarized work for an academic requirement is considered academic misconduct. Plagiarism is the representation of another s work or ideas as one s own; it includes the unacknowledged word-for-word use and/or paraphrasing of another person s work, and/or inappropriate unacknowledged use of another person s ideas. Diversity - It is the responsibility of the instructor and the students to foster and maintain a harmonious, non-threatening and non-discriminating environment in the classroom. Therefore, all individuals are to be respected as equal and contributing partners of our society. Attendance: Must maintain at least 90% rate of attendance. You are required to attend all classes. However, you may miss up to 2 classes and still pass the course. Any other absences must be approved by the program supervisor. Homework is to be completed in each chapter at the start of each class period as assigned by the instructor. Sequence: Week 1: Networking Terminology, Network Categories, Standard Network Models, Physical Network Topologies, Logical Network Topologies Week 2: Week 3: Data Transmission Methods, Media Access Methods, Signaling Methods Bounded Network Media, Unbounded Network Media, Noise Control, Network Connectivity Devices
Week 4: Week 5: Week 6: Week 7: Week 8: Week 9: Ethernet and Wireless Networks The OSI and TCP/IP Models The TCP/IP Protocol Suite, IP Addressing, Default IP Addressing Schemes, Create Custom IP Addressing Schemes, Implement IPv6 Addresses, Delivery Techniques Switching, Static IP Routing, Dynamic IP Routing, Virtual LANs, Plan a S OHO Network WAN Transmission Technologies, WAN Connectivity Methods, Voice over Data Transmission Remote Network Architectures, Remote Access Networking Implementations, Virtual Private Networking, VPN Protocols Week 10: Computer Security Basics, System Security Tools, Authentication Methods, Encryption Methods