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HARFORD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
401 Thomas Run Road
Bel Air, MD 21015
Course Outline
Introduction to Networks [CISCO 1] – ISS 111
COURSE NUMBER: ISS 111
COURSE NAME: CCNA Introduction to Networks - Cisco 1
DIVISION: Business, Computing & Applied Technology [BCAT]
LECTURE/DISCUSSION: Total Contact Hours - 75
SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS: 4
TERM 1
COURSE CONTENT ACCESS URL:
https://www.netacad.com/
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CATALOG DESCRIPTION:
This course is the first of four courses leading to the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
designation and provides an introduction to computer networking. This course presents information on
network terminology, fundamentals, media, cabling, Ethernet fundamentals, Transmissions Control
Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and routing fundamentals. Course includes 45 lecture hours and 30 lab
hours per semester. Prerequisite: CIS 102 or permission of the instructor. Course fee.
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (USDE) FEDERAL CREDIT HOUR DEFINITION
For a 15 week semester, each credit hour represents one hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction and
a minimum of two hours of outside class-work per week. For terms that are less than 15 weeks, students
should also spend a minimum of two hours outside of class for every hour in class. Academic activities
include, but are not limited to reading, writing, studying, research, and completing worksheets. In addition,
at least an equivalent amount of out of class work is required for laboratory work, internships, practica,
studio work, etc.
At Harford Community College, for all credit courses, students are expected to spend a minimum of 37.5
combined hours of direct instructional time and related coursework time per credit hour. This course is a 4
credit course. This course achieves the minimum of 150 hours of combined instructional time by requiring
42 hours of direct instructional time and 108 hours of student work outside of direct instructional time.
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PROGRAM GOALS
Upon successful completion of this program of study students will be able to:
1. Apply software patches to operating systems and application
2. Assess a computer system's security vulnerabilities using appropriate resources
3. Use standard software tools to detect attempted security breaches of computer systems
4. Implement computer network security defenses
5. Sit for CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Administrator) certificate examinations if desired
STUDENT LEARNING OBJECTIVES (previously known as course objectives) Linked to
Relevant Academic Outcomes
Upon satisfactory completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Understand How Data Networks Support Business and Personal Communications. PG4&5
2. Describe the Structure of a Network and the Function of Protocols in Network
Communications. PG4&5
3. Describe the Function of Well-Known TCP/IP Applications and Their Related Services and
Protocols. PG4&5
4. Explain the Role and Functionality of the Transport Layer Protocols; The Role and
Features of the Internet Protocol (IP); Understand the Fundamentals of Routing and Packet
Forwarding; the Role of Data Link Layer Protocols in Data Transmission; Describe the
Layer 2 Frame and Key Frame Fields and understand the Functions of the Physical Layer
and Its Standards and Protocols. PG4&5
5. Explain the Role and Features of the Internet Protocol (IP); Understand the Fundamentals
of Routing and Packet Forwarding; the Need and Structure of IP Addressing and to
Generate and Assign Addresses to Networks and Network Devices. PG4&5
6. Describe the Ethernet Protocol and the Physical and Data Link Layer Features of Ethernet;
Compare and Contrast Ethernet Hubs and Switches. PG4&5
7. Identify and Select the Cables, Standards, and Ports Used for LAN and WAN Connections;
Design an Addressing Scheme for an Internetwork; Compare Network Designs. PG4&5
8. Define the Role of the Internetwork Operating System (IOS); Identify the IOS Modes of Operation and
Basic IOS Commands. PG4&5
Course Outline
I. INTRODUCTION TO NETWORKING
A. Networking Terminology
B. Networking Fundamentals
II. NETWORKING MEDIA
A. Copper Media
B. Optical Media
C. Wireless Media
III. NETWORK CABLING
A. Cable Testing
B. Cabling of Local Area Networks (LANs) and Wide Area Networks (WANs)
IV. ETHERNET FUNDAMENTALS
A. Introduction to Ethernet
B. Ethernet Operation
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C. Ethernet Technologies
D. Ethernet Switching
V. TCP/IP PROTOCOL SUITE
A. Introduction to TCP/IP
B. Internet Addressing
VI. ROUTING FUNDAMENTALS
A. Routed Protocols
B. Mechanics of Sub-netting
COURSE TOPICS:
I. EXPLORING THE NETWORK
A. Globally Connected
B. LANs, WANs, and the Internet
C. The Network as a Platform
D. The Changing Network Environment
II. CONFIGURING A NETWORK OPERATING SYSTEM
A. IOS Bootcamp
B. Getting Basic
C. Address Schemes
III. NETWORK PROTOCOLS AND COMMUNICATIONS
A. Rules of Communication
B. Network Protocols and Standards
C. Moving Data in the Network
IV. NETWORK ACCESS
A. Physical Layer Protocols
B. Network Media
C. Data Link Layer Protocols
D. Media Access Control
V. ETHERNET
A. Ethernet Protocol
B. Address Resolution Protocol
C. LAN Switches
VI. NETWORK LAYER
A. Network Layer Protocols
B. Routing
C. Routers
D. Configuring a Cisco Router
VII. TRANSPORT LAYER
A. Transport Layer Protocols
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B. TCP and UDP
VIII. IP ADDRESSING
A. IPv4 Network Addresses
B. IPv6 Network Addresses
C. Connection Verification
IX. SUBNETTING IP NETWORKS
A. Subnetting an IPv4 Network
B. Addressing Schemes
C. Design Considerations for IPv6
X. APPLICATION LAYER
A. Application Layer Protocols
B. Well-Known Application Layer Protocols and Services
C. The Message Heard Around the World
XI. IT’S A NETWORK
A. Create and Grow
B. Keeping the Network Safe
C. Basic Network Performance
D. Managing IOS Configuration Files
E. Integrated Routing Services
COURSE POLICIES:
HCC students are bound by the academic policies outlined in the most current HCC Catalog*
It is the student’s responsibility to review these policies prior to the start of each semester.
INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS:
Lecture/Demonstration
Discussion
Tutorials
Interactive Lecture
Cooperative Learning
Labs
ATTENDANCE AND PARTICIPATION:
Regular and punctual attendance is required of all students. In the case of absence due to emergency
(illness, death in the family, accident), religious holiday, or participation in official College functions, it is
the student's responsibility to confer with the instructor about the absence and missed course work. Since
the majority of assignments are to be completed and/or discussed during the class sessions,
attendance, punctuality and participation in class are key components to success in this course.
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GRADING STANDARDS:
The final course grade is comprised of the student’s mastery of course requirements. Course grades are
based upon the following total mastery level:
A = 90-100%
D = 60-69%
B = 80-89%
F = 59% and below
C = 70-79%
Class attendance and participation (min. 75% lab attendance required)
8%
Lab work
10%
Case study 1
10%
Quizzes (equally weighted)
12%
Skills-based exam (pass / fail) (pass required)
20%
Final exam (mid-term) (min. 65% required)
40%
CLASS PREPARATION:
All of the reading assignments must be completed before the class in which the material is to be
discussed. Additional handouts will be distributed regarding lab assignments at the appropriate time. It
is very important to read the application assignments before doing any assignment in the lab.
STUDENT CONDUCT:
Students will be familiar with and adhere to the “Code for Student Rights, Responsibilities and Conduct”, which
can be found on OwlNet under the My Academic Life Tab or in the HCC online catalog. The Code outlines
prohibited conduct, the disciplinary process, and possible sanctions. Students found responsible for violating
the Code will have a disciplinary record that will remain in the Office of the Associate Vice President for
Student Development for three years.
DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICES:
HCC is committed to serving students who have documented physical, learning, psychological, or other
disabilities. Students who have a disability are responsible for contacting Disability Support Services at
443-412-2402 to discuss their needs and establish eligibility for services and reasonable accommodations.
Because accommodations can take time to implement, if you have not already contacted DSS you should do
so immediately. All information shared with Disability Support is kept in accordance with relevant state and
federal laws.
COMPUTER ETHICS:
Each student is responsible for knowing the college's policy relating to ethical behavior regarding all
intellectual property and in using the computer. Copying or using another’s work, including computer
files, is both illegal and unethical. See the Student Handbook.
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ACADEMIC DISHONESTY:
Students will be familiar with and adhere to the policy governing academic dishonesty and its
sanctions as outlined in the Code for Student Rights, Responsibilities and Conduct, which can be
found on OwlNet under the My Academic Life Tab or in the HCC online catalog. Students who
commit acts of academic dishonesty (e.g., cheating, fabrication, facilitating academic dishonesty, and
plagiarism) will be subject to formal disciplinary action and will receive a grade of F on the test, quiz,
or assignment involved and, at the discretion of the instructor; the student may receive an F for the
course. This includes incidents that occur in the Test and Assessment Center. In addition, the student
will be referred to the Associate Vice President for Student Development for a Student Code
Violation.
SYLLABUS MODIFICATION:
The instructor reserves the right to modify and/or change the course syllabus with reasonable
notification to students.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
Regular Punctual Attendance, Lab Assignments, Class & Homework Assignments & Final Exam
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
 Students are responsible for completing all reading and writing assignments by the scheduled
due dates. Because effective writing usually comes through thoughtful revision, students
should revise and edit all work before submission. Students will be given the opportunity to
revise some assignments for a potentially higher grade.
 To pass this course, students must complete all assignments, revise and correct them as
directed, and maintain a folder or portfolio of course work. At the end of the semester,
students will submit this folder to the instructor. The instructor will keep folders until the
deadline for grade appeal.
 Students are responsible for recognizing and accepting that when they put their name on any
piece of work they are taking a vow that the work is theirs alone. Academic dishonesty of any
form is unacceptable.
 Students are responsible for reading, discussing, and revising their work.
 Students are responsible for providing thoughtful peer evaluation.
 Student participation is crucial in this course and will be evaluated as part of your grade.
MAKE-UP POLICY: PLEASE READ CAREFULLY!
 Midterm and Final Exams: There will be no make-up exams except through arrangement
with the instructor prior to the exam (and then only for reasons deemed valid enough to require
the making-up of a new exam, which may be more difficult.)
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Quizzes: Quizzes will be given throughout the semester. There will be no make-ups given
for any reason. However, the lowest quiz grade will be dropped in this category, only.
HANDS-ON APPLICATIONS, ASSESSMENTS AND END OF CHAPTER QUIZES:
All of the reading assignments must be completed before the class in which the material is to be
discussed. Additional handouts will be distributed regarding lab assignments at the appropriate time.
It is very important to read the application assignments before doing any assignment in the lab.
Challenge hands-on assignments will be offered to provide the students the opportunity to extend their
software application skills.
CLASS PROJECTS AND ASSIGNMENTS:
All of the reading assignments must be completed before the class in which the material is to be
discussed. Assignments will be given to review the text reading; class projects will be provided to
apply the concepts from the assigned reading.
DUE DATES:
To receive full credit, all assignments must be handed in by the due date. An assignment will be
accepted up to one week late and points will be deducted as follows:
1. One week late: 1/2 of overall points.
2. Thereafter, 0 points
No assignment will be accepted after that. It is the student's responsibility to justify any absences and
make up all assignments.
INCLEMENT WEATHER:
If any classes have to be canceled, tests will be rescheduled for the next class period; assignments will
be collected during the next class period. College Weather Number: 443-412-2322.
OTHER STUDENT SERVICES
For other available college services, please visit the link below:
http://www.harford.edu/studentservices/docs/Student_Services.pdf
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COURSE CONTENT
DAY
Week 1
TOPICS
Course Introduction
 Exploring the Network


Configuring a Network
Operating System
Week 2
 Network Protocols and
Communications
Week 3

Week 4
 Ethernet
Network Access
 Network Layer
ACTIVITIES
TEXT
COVERED
ONLI
NE
QUIZ
1.2.1.7
1.3.2.7
Online Mod 1
2.1.2.4
2.1.3.6
2.1.4.8
2.2.3.3
2.3.2.5
3.2.2.4
3.2.4.5, PT 3.2.4.6
3.3.1.5
PT 3.3.3.3
4.1.3.5
4.2.1.7, 4.2.2.6, 4.2.3.7
PT 4.2.4.5
4.3.2.3
4.4.3.7
4.4.4.9
5.1.1.6
5.1.2.4
5.1.4.4
5.3.1.7, 5.3.1.9
PT 5.3.3.5
6.1.2.6
6.1.3.4
6.1.4.6
6.2.1.7
6.3.1.8
PT 6.3.1.10
Video 6.3.2.5, 6.3.2.6
Syntax Checker, PT 6.4.1.2
PT 6.4.3.3
Online Mod 2
Mod 1
Online Mod 3
Mod 2
Online Mod 4
Mod 3
Online Mod 5
Mod 4
Online Mod 6
Mod 5
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 Transport Layer
 IP Addressing
Week 6
 IP Addressing
 Subnetting IP Networks
Week 7
 Subnetting IP Networks
 Application Layer
Week 8
 It’s a Network
 Skills Final Exam
 Final Online Exam
PT 6.4.3.4
7.1.1.8, 7.1.2.11
7.1.2.9
8.1.1.7-8.1.1.8
Lab 8.1.2.8, 8.1.2.9
8.1.3.6, PT 8.1.3.8
8.1.4.2, 8.1.4.7
Lab 8.1.4.8
8.2.2.5
8.2.3.5
Syntax Checker
PT 8.2.5.3, Lab 8.2.5.4
PT Labs 8.3.2.5, 8.3.2.6, 8.3.2.8
9.1.3.6, 9.1.3.7, 9.1.3.8, 9.1.3.9
9.1.3.14, 9.1.3.15
9.1.4.5
PT labs 9.1.4.6, 9.1.4.7, 9.1.4.8
PT 9.1.4.9
9.1.5.6, PT lab 9.2.1.5
PT lab 9.3.1.4
10.1.1.5
PT lab 10.2.1.8
Syntax Checker
PT 10.2.2.8
PT 10.2.3.2
11.2.1.4
11.2.2.5
PT 11.3.2.2, PT 11.3.3.4, 11.3.4.5
PT lab 11.4.2.5
PT lab 11.5.2.4
Online Mod 7
Mod 6
Online Mod 8
Mod 7
Online Mod 8
Online Mod 9
Mod 8
Online Mod 9
Online Mod 10
Mod 9
Online Mod 11
Mod 10
Mod 11
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