Course Outline for Electronics and Computer Technology 74A
CISCO NETWORKING ACADEMY CCNA 1 and 2
Catalog Description:
74A - Cisco Networking Academy CCNA 1 and 2
Fall 2005
5 units
Fundamental principles and practices of computer network design, implementation, and operation,
with emphasis on the TCP/IP protocol and its use in internetworking. The OSI model provides the
theoretical framework, and hands-on laboratory experience ties theory to practice. Fundamental
principles and practices of routing in a TCP/IP network, including routing protocols, IP addressing, and
router configuration and commands. The course includes the Cisco Networking Academy Semester 1
and 2 curriculum. 4 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.
Prerequisite Skills:
None
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to:
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demonstrate an understanding of the OSI model and its seven layers;
demonstrate the proper handling of unshielded twisted pair cabling per EIA/TIA standards;
identify, install, connect, and configure network components at the physical and data-link layers
to create a usable network;
use test equipment to verify proper cable installation and network function;
describe various network media and topologies and the characteristics of each;
describe the operational principles of ethemet and describe how bridges and switches are used
to manage ethemet collisions;
demonstrate an understanding of IP addressing schemes;
subnet IP networks and use IP subnet masks;
demonstrate an understanding of the application of Address Resolution Protocol;
recognize and define the properties of various routing protocols, including RIP, IGRP, and
OSPF;
describe the operational principles of routers and describe how routers are used to manage
network congestion due to broadcast traffic;
convert numbers from decimal to binary format;
demonstrate familiarity with network industry standards and related terminology;
demonstrate use of a protocol analyzer to identify and troubleshoot network operational
conditions;
use computer software to document network installations;
given a model topology, build a routed network including routers, switches, cables, hubs,
transceivers, and hosts;
use basic router commands;
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Fall 2005
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configure a router using the setup command and dialog;
configure a router from the command line;
demonstrate router password recovery procedures;
use the Cisco configuration register calculator;
demonstrate loading router configurations and IOS images;
configure and verify static and default routes;
configure and verify the RIP and IGRP dynamic routing protocols;
troubleshoot routing problems in a 3-router network.
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Computing basics
The OSI model
Local area networks
Physical layer: Electronics and signals
Physical layer: Media, connections, and collisions
Data-link layer: Media access control and LAN standards
Network design and documentation methods
Structured cabling systems
Network layer: Addressing and routing
Network layer: Routing protocols and methods
Protocol analyzer software
Transport layer: TCP and UDP
Session layer: Fundamentals
Presentation layer: Fundamentals
Application layer: The domain name system and other applications
Router command line interface
Router components
Router start-up and set-up
Router configuration
Cisco Internetworking Operating System images
IP Addressing
Routing principles
Routing protocols
Routed Network Troubleshooting
Router access control lists: configuration and implementation
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Student use of software
Laboratory exercises and projects
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Fall 2005
Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
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Typical Assignments:
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Identify a list of networking devices and relate the function of each to the appropriate layer of
the OSI model
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Configure and test a 3-router LAN network using a provided topology map.
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Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
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On line quizzes
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Midterm examinations
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Final examination
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Graded laboratory worksheets
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Graded student projects, including charts, drawings, and software submissions
Textbooks(s) (Typical):
Cisco Networking Academy Program. First-Year Companion Guide, 3rd Edition, Cisco Press, 2003
Special Student Materials:
Access to the Internet and an e-mail account.
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