Western Nevada Community College
WESTERN NEVADA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
CIT 112B
Network +, Spring 2010
Instructor: Thom Reeves Phone: WNCC: 423-7565
Instructors Cell Phone: 775-691-1888
Instructors Office: 423-1345
Class Cancellation Hotline 866-532-6118
e-mail:
Prerequisites: The following skills are required to complete the course successfully:
None
Text: Network+ Guide to Networks, Fifth Edition: Author Tamara Dean
Course Description:
Three Credits: Introduces the student to the fundamentals of computer networking. Students are instructed in hardware and software skills necessary to seek employment in networking computer systems. Topics include the OSI model, network topologies, networking standards, networking devices and networking media. Successful completion of this course provides the background to take the nationally recognized N+ certification exam created by the computing industry.
Objectives:
1. Familiarize the student with the components of a microcomputer, primarily focusing on the IBM™ clone commonly referred to as the Industry Standard Architecture (ISA).
2. Teach the student troubleshooting techniques involving configuration
errors and component failures.
3. Teach the student to install new and replace defective components.
4. Understand the Computer System, associated Hardware & Software, The System Board, Drive Components, Electricity & Power Supplies, Viruses, Networking and the Internet.
Methods of Instruction:
1. Lecture and mediated lecture
2. Hands-on computer diagnosis and component installation.
3. Testing
Attendance and Test Makeup Policy:
Students are expected to attend every class. Please contact the instructor if you will not be able to attend. Each unexcused absence will be penalized.
Makeup exam Policy. Makeup exams will be at the discretion of the Instructor. Students must obtain permission for makeup exams prior to the subject test from the Instructor.
Evaluation:
Final grades are determined by a weighted average of the mid term, and final examinations, homework assignments, and class participation.
Class participation 10%
Homework Assignments 10%
Random Quizzes 10%
Mid Term Exam 30%
Final Exam 40%
Letter Grades will be calculated from the numeric grade attained from the above distribution.
100.0 - 90.0 A
89.9 - 80.0 B
79.9 - 70.0 C
69.9 - 60.0 D
59.9 - 00.0 F
Syllabus Schedule
CIT 112B A+ Network
Topic Reading Assignments
January, 2010
28 An Introduction to Networking Chapter 1
February, 2010
04 Networking Standards and the OSI Model Chapter 2
11 Transmission Basics and Networking Media Chapter 3
18 Introduction to TCP/IP Protocols Chapter 4
25 Topologies and Ethernet Standards Chapter 5
March, 2010
4 Network Hardware Chapter 6
11 WAN’s and Remote Connectivity Chapter 7
18 Wireless Networking Chapter 8
25 Mid Term Exam Chapters 1-8
April, 2010
01 Network Operating Systems Chapter 9
08 In-Depth TCP/IP Networking Chapter 10
15 Voice and Video over IP Chapter 11
22 Network Security Chapter 12
29 Troubleshooting Network Problems Chapter 13
May, 2010
06 Ensuring Integrity and Availability Chapter 14
13 Network Management Chapter 15
20 Final Chapters 9-15
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