Department of Special Services and Leadership Studies
School of Education
Pittsburg State University
SSLS 734
Infrastructure Networking
Credit Hrs.
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Teresa Falling
Summer 2009
PSU Angel System
Riverton USD 404
620-848-3388 ext 247
417-439-6885
620-848-3422
tfalling@usd404.org
Course Description:
This course covers the basics of computer networking, including common terminology,
network design and related hardware and software. Popular protocols for establishing
connectivity for sharing resources such as printers and files will also be covered.
Purpose:
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the design, operation, and
management of networked systems from local area networks (LANs) to the Internet.
Topics include communications concepts, technical and application issues with a focus
on common terminologies related to computer networking.
Students will learn basic networking terms and a theoretical model of networking. The
course is aimed at those who plan to work with, implement, or evaluate computer
networks for strategic organizational purposes in school libraries, buildings, and
districts.
Study, use and evaluation of current and emerging technologies and network and
software resources for libraries and schools, including techniques for accessing and
evaluating such technologies and resources will be investigated.
Standards in Action:
Networking terminology: Students will have a better understanding of networking
terms
Network models, classifications, and topologies: An analysis of the structure and
governance, topology, technology and service functions of networks based on
electronic telecommunications and technology. Students will examine the impact of
networks on information users, settings, and organizations.
Network communication, transmission, cable, and interface cards: Theory and
understanding of telecommunications including protocols, standards, transmission
media, packet switching, topologies, etc. Explores all types of networks (LANs, WAN,
Internet) used in information transfer.
Network operating systems and types of networks: Introduces students to a variety
of networking software. Wireless technology will also be investigated.
Kansas and National (ALA) Standards
Knowledge Based Standards:
K1.2 The library media specialist/technology facilitator knows basic ethical and legal
aspects of intellectual freedom, confidentiality, intellectual property, fair use and
copyright regulations, and knows whom to contact for additional information.
K1.3 The library media specialist/technology facilitator knows theories of media
organization.
K1.5 The library media specialist/technology facilitator knows the processes and skills
related to collection development.
K1.6 The library media specialist/technology facilitator knows information problem
solving strategies.
K2.2 The library media specialist/technology facilitator understands good
communication, consultation and problem solving skills.
K4.1 The library media specialist/technology facilitator has a working knowledge of
available and emerging technology resources.
K4.2 The library media specialist/technology facilitator knows how to evaluate and
select technology equipment and data resources.
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K4.4 The library media specialist understands the use of technology for the creation
and management of information.
K6.1 The library media specialist/technology facilitator understands ethical issues and
their importance to the learning community.
Performance Standards:
P1.1 The library media specialist/technology facilitator develops library media program
mission statement, goals, policies and procedures.
P1.2 The library media specialist/technology facilitator evaluates, selects, and
organizes a media collection representing an essential information base for the school.
P1.4 The library media specialist/technology facilitator advises learners on ethical and
effective strategies for identifying, retrieving, evaluating, using and synthesizing
information.
P2.4 The library media specialist/technology facilitator teaches evaluation strategies
that assess both product and process.
P5.3 The library media specialist/technology facilitator establishes routines for
acquiring, storing, accessing, and retrieving information.
P6.1 The library media specialist/technology facilitator models ethical and responsible
behavior with regard to use of information.
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Evaluation, Grading Scale & Classroom Policy
Grading Scale:
A----------------90-100%
B----------------80-89%
C----------------70-79%
D----------------60-69%
F-----------------below 60%
Class Policies: The PSU policy on academic dishonesty is printed in the University
Catalog. Students are expected to submit your own work. Disrespect will not be
tolerated. Class attendance is not an issue with online courses; however, you will need
to pace yourself each week and stay on schedule. Online courses require much selfdiscipline.
Ethical Behavior: *RESPECT FOR THE INTEGRITY OF THE ACADEMIC PROCESS
in both Professional Behavior and Social and Emotional Well-being for Faculty &
Students
The rights and responsibilities that accompany academic freedom are at the heart of
the intellectual purposes of the University. Our conduct as community members should
protect and promote the University's pursuit of its academic mission. We are all,
therefore, expected to conduct ourselves with integrity in our learning, teaching and
research, and in the ways in which we support those endeavors.
Examples are as follows:
*Professional Behavior*
--Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills
--Functions effectively in a variety of group roles
--Is respectful of alternative views
--Collaborates with others on professional level
--Demonstrates honesty and integrity to self and others
--Demonstrates moral excellence and trustworthiness
--Is reflective when making decisions
--Demonstrates the flexibility to accept and change
*Social and Emotional Well-being*
--Analyzes and takes responsibility for own behavior
--Accepts constructive criticism positively
--Exhibits respect for others
--Demonstrates ability to learn from both success and failure
--Demonstrates a professional emotional state
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Assignments and Incomplete Policy: Assignments must be received by the due date
and time. If assignments are not submitted by the specified time, they will be
considered late.
Check Angel often for updates and announcements.
The assignment schedule is subject to change depending on circumstances.
Up to ten percent of the total possible points for each assignment will be deducted from
the points earned on an assignment for each day, including weekends, if it is past due.
Incompletes will be processed as late assignments, but as a cumulative late
assignment, which means that points can be deducted. If an incomplete is not finalized
by the end of a one year period, the "I" will automatically change to a grade of "F" as
per PSU's existing policy.
Written Communication Skills: All text submitted should represent the writer’s best
writing skills. Spelling, punctuation, grammar, and sentence structure will be evaluated
in each assignment and graded accordingly.
Assignment Schedule and Points Possible
Due dates will be indicated within each assignment posting on Angel.***
Posting
Due
ASSIGNMENT
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POINTS
DATE
DATE
July 6
July 13
Networking terminology 1
12
July 6
July 13
Network administrative models
12
July 6
July 13
Network classifications and topologies
15
July 9
July 16
Networking terminology 2
10
July 9
July 16
How networks communicate
10
July 9
July 16
Transmission media
15
July13
July 20
Networking terminology 3
10
July 13
July 20
Network interface cards
5
July 13
July 20
Network operating systems
15
July 16
July 23
Networking terminology 4
17
July 16
July 23
The Internet: Network of All Networks
15
July 16
July 27
Feedback to Instructor
10
TOTAL
146
NOTE: All assignments will be posted on Mondays and Thursdays, with one
week set for the due date.
*** IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS for SUBMITTING ASSIGNMENTS
1. Add your name in a header when submitting Word, Publisher, or other
documents
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2. Before submitting, save each document as specified and include your last
name at the beginning of the name of the document. Ex: Falling
Networking Terminology 1. (This is required on ALL assignments.)
3. If you are a Macintosh user, please be sure to submit all assignments in a
format that will be compatible with a Windows system All pictures, clipart,
graphics, etc must be in a jpg or gif format.
4. Please remember that there is a difference in “working together” and
copying another’s work verbatim. You are free to work together, but you
are also expected to submit work that is unique to you. No exact copies of
assignments will be accepted.
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