Maui Community College
Course Outline
1. Alpha and Number
ETRO 240
Electronics 240
Course Title
Computer Networking II
Credits
Four
Date of Outline
December 29, 2003
2. Course Description
Offers intermediate level coursework in
computer networking. Introduces basics
of Ethernet switching. Covers
intermediate routing skills including
variable length subnet masking, routing
protocols, and WAN technologies topics.
Prepares students for the Cisco Certified
Networking Associate (CCNA) exam.
3. Contact Hours/Type
Six (6) lecture/laboratory
4. Prerequisites
ETRO 140
Corequisites
Recommended Preparation
Approved by _____________________________________ Date________________
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5. General Course Objectives:
This course is an important component of the ECET Networking Certificate. The
class will build upon previously mastered networking administration and technical
skills to prepare the student for a career in networking technology and
administration.
6. Student Learning Outcomes
For assessment purposes, these are linked to #7. Recommended Course Content.
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to
a) Explain and apply the principles of Variable Length Subnet Masking (VLSM)
b) Compare and contrast intermediate routing protocols such as RIP v2, singlearea OSPF, and EIGRP
c) Demonstrate the ability to configurate switches using a command-line
interface
d) Explain and apply basic concepts of Ethernet switching
e) Describe and configure Virtual LANs (VLANs)
f) Describe and configure the Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)
g) Describe and configure the VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP)
h) Describe and configure Network Address Translation (NAT) and Port Address
Translation (PAT)
i) Describe and configure Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
j) Describe and configure Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP)
k) Describe and configure Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN)
l) Describe and configure Dial-on-demand routing (DDR)
m) Describe and configure Frame Relay
n) Demonstrate network management skills
o) Explain principles of optical networking
7. Recommended Course Content and Approximate Time Spent on Each Topic
Linked to #6. Student Learning Outcomes.
a)
b)
1 week
1 week
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
1 week
1 week
1 week
1 week
1 week
1 week
i)
1 week
Principles of Variable Length Subnet Masking (VLSM)
Intermediate routing protocols such as RIP v2, single-area
OSPF, and EIGRP
Configuration of switches using a command-line interface
Basic concepts of Ethernet switching
Virtual LANs (VLANs)
Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)
VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP)
Network Address Translation (NAT) and Port Address
Translation (PAT)
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
3
j)
k)
l)
m)
n)
o)
1 week
1 week
1 week
1 week
1 week
1 week
Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP)
Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN)
Dial-on-demand routing (DDR)
Frame Relay
Network management
Optical networking
8. Text and Materials, Reference Materials, Auxiliary Materials and Content
This class will follow the Cisco Networking Academy Program CCNA 3 and 4
course materials through Cisco Networking Academy Program on-line
coursework and published companion guide.
9. Recommended Course Requirements and Evaluation
Specific course requirements are at the discretion of the instructor at the time the
course is being offered. Evaluation will be via testing and laboratory projects and
will be graded as follows:
Laboratory exercises and workbook:
Examinations and quizzes:
Special Projects:
Student's class participation and attendance
10-30% of course grade
40-60% of course grade
10-40% of course grade
0 - 8 % of course grade
10. Methods of Instruction
Instructional methods will vary with instructors. Specific methods may vary
at the discretion of instructors and may include, but are not limited to:
Lecture (PowerPoint or similar)
Classroom discussion
Hands on laboratory exercises
Special projects
Quizzes and examinations