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HARFORD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
401 Thomas Run Road
Bel Air, MD 21015
Course Outline
Scaling Networks [CISCO 3] – ISS 213
COURSE NUMBER: ISS 213
COURSE NAME: Scaling Networks - Cisco 3
DIVISION: Business, Computing & Applied Technology [BCAT]
LECTURE/DISCUSSION: Total Contact Hours - 75
SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS: 4
COURSE CONTENT ACCESS URL:
https://www.netacad.com/
CATALOG DESCRIPTION:
This course is the third of four courses leading to Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
designation and provides information on switching basics and intermediate routing. The course focuses on
Internet Protocol (IP) addressing techniques, intermediate routing protocols, command-line interface
configuration of switches, Ethernet switching, and Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN) Trunking Protocol
(VTP). Course includes 45 lecture hours and 30 lab hours per semester. Prerequisite: ISS 112 or permission
of 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
56 hours of direct instructional time and 94 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. Explain the Functions of Hierarchical Network Design So That You Can Select Appropriate Devices
for a LAN Environment. (Academic outcomes supported by this learning objective: Science
and Technology, Critical Thinking)
2. Configure a Switch for Basic Functionality in a Converged Network. (Academic outcomes
supported by this learning objective: Communication, Science and Technology, Critical
Thinking)
3. Implement Virtual LANs and the VLAN Trunking Protocol in a Converged Network to Assist in the
Administration of Vlans. (Academic outcomes supported by this learning objective:
Communication, Science and Technology, Critical Thinking)
4. Implement Rapid Spanning Tree in a Converged Network in Order to Prevent Loops Between
Redundant Switches. (Academic outcomes supported by this learning objective:
Communication, Science and Technology, Critical Thinking)
5. Implement Inter-VLAN Routing Between VLANS. (Academic outcomes supported by this
learning objective: Communication, Science and Technology, Critical Thinking)
6. Explain the Appropriate Administrative Tasks Required for WLAN and Install a Small Wireless
Network. (Academic outcomes supported by this learning objective: Communication, Science
and Technology)
COURSE OUTLINE
I. LAN DESIGN
A. Switched LAN Architecture
B. Matching Switches to Specific LAN Functions
II. BASIC SWITCHING CONCEPTS AND CONFIGURATIONS
A. Introduction to Ethernet/802.3 LANs
B. Forwarding Frames Using a Switch
C. Switch Management Configuration
D. Configuration Switch Security
III. VLANs
A. Introducing VLANs
B. VLAN Trunking
C. Configuring VLAN and Trunks
D. Troubleshooting VLANs and Trunks
IV. VTP
A. VTP Concepts
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B. VTP Operations
C. Configure VTP
V. STP
A. Redundant Layer 2 Topologies
B. Introduction to STP
C. STP Convergence
D. PVST,RSTP,and rapid PVST+
VI. Inter-VLAN ROUTING
A. Inter-VLAN Routing
B. Configuring Inter-VLAN Routing
C. Troubleshooting Inter-VLAN Routing
VII. BASIC WIRELESS CONCEPTS AND CONFIGURATION
A. The Wireless LAN
B. Wireless LAN Security
C. Configure Wireless LAN Access
D. Troubleshooting Simple WLAN Problems
COURSE TOPICS :
I. INTRODUCTION TO SCALING NETWORKS
A. Implementing a Network Design
B. Selecting Network Devices
II. LAN REDUNDANCY
A. Spanning Tree Concepts
B. Varieties of Spanning Tree Protocols
C. Spanning Tree Configuration
D. First Hop Redundancy Protocols
III. LINK AGGREGATION
A. Link Aggregation Concepts
B. Link Aggregation Configuration
IV. WIRELESS LANS
A. Wireless Concepts
B. Wireless LAN Operations
C. Wireless LAN Security
D. Wireless LAN Configuration
V. ADJUST AND TROUBLESHOOT SINGLE-AREA OSPF
A. Advanced Single-Area OSPF Configurations
B. Troubleshooting Single-Area OSPF Implementations
VI. MULTIAREA OSPF
A. Multi-Area OSPF Operation
B. Configuring Multi-Area OSPF
VII. EIGRP
A. Characteristics of EIGRP
B. Configuring EIGRP for IPv4
C. Operation of EIGRP
D. Configuring EIGRP for IPv6
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VIII. EIGRP ADVANCED CONFIGURATIONS AND TROUBLESHOOTING
A. Advanced EIGRP Configuration
B. Troubleshoot EIGRP
IX. IOS IMAGES AND LICENSING
A. Managing IOS System Files
B. IOS Licensing
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
Cooperative Learning
Discussion
Labs
Interactive Lecture
Tutorials
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.
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.
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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.
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
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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.
Much of our work in class will be collaborative. It is therefore particularly important that
all of your work be completed on time. You will handicap not only yourself but your
classmates if you are not prepared.
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.)
 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
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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
COURSE CONTENT
DAY
Week 1
TOPICS
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Week 2
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Week 3
Course Introduction
INTRODUCTION TO
SCALING
NETWORKS
A. Implementing a
Network Design
B. Selecting Network
Devices
LAN REDUNDANCY
A. Spanning Tree Concepts
B. Varieties of Spanning
Tree Protocols
C. Spanning Tree
Configuration
D. First Hop Redundancy
Protocols
 LINK AGGREGATION
 A. Link Aggregation
Concepts
ACTIVITIES
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QUIZ
Activity 1.1.1.6
Activity1.1.2.6
Activity1.2.1.6
PT1.2.1.17
Activity1.2.2.4
PT1.3.1.3
Online Mod 1
PT2.1.1.5
Activity2.1.2.8
Activity2.2.1.3
Activity2.2.2.4
Activity2.2.3.5
Activity2.2.3.6
PT2.3.1.5
PT2.3.2.2
Activity2.3.3.6
Activity2.4.1.4
Activity2.4.2.2
Online Mod 2
Mod 1
Activity3.1.2.4
PT3.2.1.3
PT3.2.2.3
PT3.3.1.2
Online Mod 3
Mod 2
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 B. Link Aggregation
Configuration
 WIRELESS LANS
 A. Wireless Concepts
 B. Wireless LAN
Operations
 C. Wireless LAN Security
 D. Wireless LAN
Configuration
Activity4.1.1.8
Activity4.1.1.9
Activity4.1.1.10
Activity4.1.2.9
Activity4.1.3.4
Activity4.2.1.6
Activity4.2.2.6
Activity4.2.3.4
Activity4.2.3.5
Activity4.3.2.6
PT4.4.2.2
Activity4.4.3.5
PT4.5.1.2
Online Mod 4
Mod 3
 ADJUST AND
TROUBLESHOOT
SINGLE-AREA OSPF
 A. Advanced Single-Area
OSPF Configurations
 B. Troubleshooting
Single-Area OSPF
Implementations
 MULTIAREA OSPF
 A. Multi-Area OSPF
Operation
 B. Configuring Multi-Area
OSPF
Activity5.1.2.10
Activity5.1.2.11
PT5.1.2.12
PT5.1.3.5
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Activity5.2.1.5
PT5.2.2.3
PT5.3.1.2
Online Mod 5
Mod 4
Activity6.1.1.5
Activity6.1.2.7
Activity6.1.3.3
PT6.2.3.6
PT6.2.3.7
Online Mod 6
Mod 5
Week 7
 EIGRP
 A. Characteristics of
EIGRP
 B. Configuring EIGRP for
IPv4
 C. Operation of EIGRP
 D. Configuring EIGRP for
IPv6
Activity7.1.2.5
PT7.2.2.4
Activity7.3.1.4
Activity7.3.2.7
Activity7.3.3.8
PT7.3.4.4
Activity7.4.1.4
PT7.4.3.4
Online Mod 7
Mod 6
Week 8
 EIGRP ADVANCED
 CONFIGURATIONS
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Activity8.1.1.9
Activity8.1.1.10
PT8.1.2.5
Online Mod 8
Mod 7
Week 5
Week 6
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 TROUBLESHOOTING
 A. Advanced EIGRP
Configuration
 B. Troubleshoot EIGRP
PT8.1.3.4
Activity8.1.4.5
Activity8.2.1.3
Activity8.2.2.4
Activity8.2.3.4
PT8.2.3.5
PT8.3.1.2
Week 9
 IOS IMAGES AND
LICENSING
 A. Managing IOS System
Files
 B. IOS Licensing
PT9.1.1.9
PT9.1.2.5
PT9.3.1.2
PT9.3.1.3
PT9.3.1.4
Week 10
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Week 12
Week 13
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Skills Final Exam
Final Online Exam
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Mod 8
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