CENTRO ESCOLAR UNIVERSITY
Manila * Makati * Malolos
SYLLABUS ON NETWORKING 1
Course Number :
PRCE126
Course Descriptive Title :
Networking 1 (CISCO ACADEMY)
No of Units :
3.0
No of Hours per Week :
Lec: 2
Lab: 3
Total (90 hours)
Pre-requisites :
None
Course Description
This course is the first of the four courses in the Cisco CCNA Routing and Switching curriculum leading to the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification. It covers
networking architecture, structure, and function. The course also introduces the principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media,
and operations to provide a foundation of the curriculum.
Course Intended Learning Outcomes:
Specifically it aims to:
1. Explain network technologies.
2. Explain how devices access local and remote network resources.
3. Describe router hardware.
4. Explain how switching operates in a small to medium-sized business network.
5. Design an IP addressing scheme to provide network connectivity for a small to medium-sized business network.
6. Configure initial settings on a network device.
7. Implement basic network connectivity between devices.
8. Configure monitoring tools available for small to medium-sized business networks.
Intended Learning Outcomes
● Explain how multiple networks are used in everyday
life.
o Explain how networks affect the way we interact,
learn, work and play.
o Explain how host devices can be used as clients,
servers, or both.
5 hrs.
MODULE 1 Explore the Network
Lecture/Discussion using
PowerPoint
Recitation
Hands-on Activities
1.2 LANs, WANs, and the Internet
Application
Computer Units
1.1 Globally Connected
Standardized assessment
(quiz, exam, assignment)
● Explain how topologies and devices are connected in
a small to medium-sized business network.
o Explain the use of network devices..
o Compare the devices and topologies of a LAN to
the devices and topologies of a WAN.
o Describe the basic structure of the Internet.
o Explain how LANs and WANs interconnect to
the Internet
PowerPoint
Blended learning (via
Classroom Discussion,
CANVAS, Google
Classroom)
LCD Projector
Board and Marker
Pre-tests/Post tests
Homework
Graded Recitation
Check lists
Quizzes
Online Tests
Chapter Exam
Lab Activities
Case Studies
Reflection
Periodic Exams
Intended Learning Outcomes
Content
Teaching Learning Activities
Time
Allotment
Resources
Assessment
PowerPoint
● Explain the basic characteristics of a network that
supports communication in a small to medium-sized
business.
o Explain the concept of a converged network.
o Describe the four basic requirements of a reliable
network.
● Explain trends in networking that will affect the use
of networks in small to medium-sized businesses.
o Explain how trends such as BYOD, online
collaboration, video, and cloud computing are
changing the way we interact.
o Explain how networking technologies are
changing the home environment.
o Identify some basic security threats and solutions
for both small and large networks.
o Explain why it is important to understand the
switching and routing infrastructure of a network.
Application
1.3 The Network as a Platform
Lecture/Discussion using
PowerPoint
Computer Units
Recitation
Board and Marker
LCD Projector
Standardized assessment
(quiz, exam, assignment)
1.4 The Changing Network Environment
Hands-on Activities
Blended learning (via
Classroom Discussion,
CANVAS, Google
Classroom)
10 hrs.
MODULE 2 Configure a Network Operating
System
● Explain the features and functions of the Cisco IOS
Software.
o Explain the purpose of Cisco IOS.
o Explain how to access a Cisco IOS device for
configuration purposes.
o Explain how to navigate Cisco IOS to configure
network devices.
o Describe the command structure of Cisco IOS
software.
2.1 OIS Bootcamp
● Configure initial settings on a network device using
the Cisco IOS Software.
o Configure hostnames on a Cisco IOS device
using the CLI.
o Use Cisco IOS commands to limit access to
device configurations.
o Use IOS commands to save the running
configuration.
2.2 Basic Device Configuration
Pre-tests/Post tests
Homework
Graded Recitation
Check lists
Quizzes
Online Tests
Chapter Exam
Lab Activities
Case Studies
Reflection
Periodic Exams
Lecture/Discussion using
PowerPoint
PowerPoint
Recitation
Application
Standardized assessment
(quiz, exam, assignment)
Computer Units
Hands-on Activities
Board and Marker
Blended learning (via
Classroom Discussion,
CANVAS, Google
Classroom)
LCD Projector
Pre-tests/Post tests
Homework
Graded Recitation
Check lists
Quizzes
Online Tests
Chapter Exam
Lab Activities
Case Studies
Reflection
Periodic Exams
● Configure initial settings on a network device using
the Cisco IOS Software.
o Configure hostnames on a Cisco IOS device
using the CLI.
o Use Cisco IOS commands to limit access to
device configurations.
o Use IOS commands to save the running
configuration.
2.3 Address Schemes
5 hrs.
Module 3 Network Protocols and
Communication
● Explain how rules facilitate communication.
o Describe the types of rules that are necessary to
successfully communicate.
3.1 Rules of Communication
● Explain the role of protocols and standards
organizations in facilitating interoperability in
network communications.
o Explain why protocols are necessary in network
communication.
o Explain the purpose of adhering to a protocol
suite.
o Explain the role of standards organizations in
establishing protocols for network
interoperability.
o Explain how the TCP/IP model and the OSI
model are used to facilitate standardization in the
communication process.
3.2 Network Protocols and Standards
● Explain how devices on a LAN access resources in a
small to medium-sized business network.
o Explain how data encapsulation allows data to be
transported across the network.
o Explain how local hosts access local resources on
a network.
3.3 Data Transfer in the Network
● Explain how physical layer protocols and services
support communications across data networks.
o Identify device connectivity options.
o Describe the purpose and functions of the
physical layer in the network.
o Describe basic principles of the physical layer
Lecture/Discussion using
PowerPoint
PowerPoint
Recitation
Computer Units
Application
LCD Projector
Standardized assessment
(quiz, exam, assignment)
Board and Marker
Hands-on Activities
Blended learning (via
Classroom Discussion,
CANVAS, Google
Classroom)
Module 4 Network Access
4.1 Physical Layer Protocols
5 hrs.
Lecture/Discussion using
PowerPoint
PowerPoint
Recitation
Computer Units
Standardized assessment
Application
LCD Projector
Pre-tests/Post tests
Homework
Graded Recitation
Check lists
Quizzes
Online Tests
Chapter Exam
standards.
● Build a simple network using the appropriate media.
o Identify the basic characteristics of copper
cabling.
o Build a UTP cable used in Ethernet networks.
(scope - does not include cabling area discussion)
o Describe fiber optic cabling and its main
advantages over other media.
o Connect devices using wired and wireless media.
● Explain the role of the data link layer in supporting
communications across data networks.
o Describe the purpose and function of the data
link layer in preparing communication for
transmission on specific media.
● Compare media access control techniques and
logical topologies used in networks.
o Compare the functions of logical topologies and
physical topologies.
o Describe the basic characteristics of media access
control methods on WAN topologies.
o Describe the basic characteristics of media access
control methods on LAN topologies.
o Describe the characteristics and functions of the
data link frame.
● Explain the operation of Ethernet.
o Explain how the Ethernet sublayers are related to
the frame fields.
o Describe the Ethernet MAC address
(quiz, exam, assignment)
4.2 Network Media
Board and Marker
Hands-on Activities
Lab Activities
Case Studies
Reflection
Periodic Exams
Blended learning (via
Classroom Discussion,
CANVAS, Google
Classroom)
4.3 Data Link Layer Protocols
4.4 Media Access Control
Module 5 Ethernet
5.1 Ethernet Protocol
● Explain how a switch operates.
o Explain how a switch builds its MAC address
table and forwards frames.
o Describe switch forwarding methods and port
settings available on Layer 2 switch ports.
5.2 LAN Switches
● Explain how the address resolution protocol enables
communication on a network.
o Compare the roles of the MAC address and the IP
address.
o Describe the purpose of ARP.
5.3 Address Resolution Protocol
5 hrs.
Lecture/Discussion using
PowerPoint
PowerPoint
Recitation
Computer Units
Standardized assessment
(quiz, exam, assignment)
Hands-on Activities
Blended learning (via
Classroom Discussion,
CANVAS, Google
Classroom)
Application
LCD Projector
Board and Marker
Pre-tests/Post tests
Homework
Graded Recitation
Check lists
Quizzes
Online Tests
Chapter Exam
Lab Activities
Case Studies
Reflection
Periodic Exams
o Explain how ARP requests impact network and
host performance.
● Explain how network layer protocols and services
support communications across data networks
o Describe the purpose of the network layer in data
communication.
o Explain why the IPv4 protocol requires other
layers to provide reliability.
o Explain the role of the major header fields in the
IPv4 packet.
o Explain the role of the major header fields in the
IPv6 packet.
Module 6 Network Layer
6.1 Network Layer Protocols
5 hrs.
Lecture/Discussion using
PowerPoint
PowerPoint
Recitation
Computer Units
Standardized assessment
(quiz, exam, assignment)
Hands-on Activities
● Explain how routers enable end-to-end connectivity
in a small to medium-sized business network.
o Explain how network devices use routing tables
to direct packets to a destination network.
o Compare a host routing table to a routing table in
a router.
6.2 Routing
● Explain how devices route traffic in a small to
medium-sized business network
o Describe the common components and interface
of a router.
o Describe the boot-up process of a Cisco IOS
router.
6.3 Routers
● Configure a router with basic configurations.
o Configure initial settings on a Cisco IOS router.
o Configure two active interfaces on a Cisco IOS
router.
o Configure devices to use the default gateway
6.4 Configuring a Cisco Router
Blended learning (via
Classroom Discussion,
CANVAS, Google
Classroom)
Application
LCD Projector
Board and Marker
Pre-tests/Post tests
Homework
Graded Recitation
Check lists
Quizzes
Online Tests
Chapter Exam
Lab Activities
Case Studies
Reflection
Periodic Exams
● Explain the use of IPv4 addresses to provide
connectivity in small to medium-sized business
networks
o Convert between binary and decimal numbering
systems.
o Describe the structure of an IPv4 address
including the network portion, the host portion,
and the subnet mask.
o Compare the characteristics and uses of the
unicast, broadcast and multicast IPv4 addresses.
o Explain public, private, and reserved IPv4
addresses.
Module 7 IP Addressing
7.1 IPV4 Network Addresses
Recitation
Computer Units
Application
LCD Projector
Board and Marker
Hands-on Activities
7.2 IPv6 Network Addresses
● Use common testing utilities to verify and test
network connectivity.
o Explain how ICMP is used to test network
connectivity.
o Use ping and traceroute utilities to test network
connectivity.
7.3 Connectivity Verification
● Given a set of requirements, implement a VLSM
addressing scheme to provide connectivity to end
PowerPoint
Standardized assessment
(quiz, exam, assignment)
● Configure IPv6 addresses to provide connectivity in
small to medium-sized business networks.
o Explain the need for IPv6 addressing.
o Describe the representation of an IPv6 address.
o Compare types of IPv6 network addresses.
o Configure global unicast addresses.
o Describe multicast addresses.
● Implement an IPv4 addressing scheme to enable
end-to-end connectivity in a small to medium-sized
business network.
o Explain how subnetting segments a network to
enable better communication.
o Explain how to calculate IPv4 subnets for a /24,
/16, and /8 prefix.
o Given a set of requirements for subnetting,
implement an IPv4 addressing scheme.
o Explain how to create a flexible addressing
scheme using variable length subnet masking
(VLSM).
15 hrs.
Lecture/Discussion using
PowerPoint
Module 8 Subnetting IP networks
8.1 Subnetting an IPv4 Network
Blended learning (via
Classroom Discussion,
CANVAS, Google
Classroom)
15 hrs.
Lecture/Discussion using
PowerPoint
PowerPoint
Recitation
Computer Units
Standardized assessment
(quiz, exam, assignment)
Hands-on Activities
8.2 Addressing Scheme
Pre-tests/Post tests
Homework
Graded Recitation
Check lists
Quizzes
Online Tests
Chapter Exam
Lab Activities
Case Studies
Reflection
Periodic Exams
Blended learning (via
Classroom Discussion,
CANVAS, Google
Classroom)
Application
LCD Projector
Board and Marker
Pre-tests/Post tests
Homework
Graded Recitation
Check lists
Quizzes
Online Tests
Chapter Exam
Lab Activities
Case Studies
Reflection
Periodic Exams
users in a small to medium-sized network.
o Implement a VLSM addressing scheme.
● Explain design considerations for implementing IPv6
in a business network.
o Explain how to implement IPv6 address
assignments in a business network.
● Explain how transport layer protocols and services
support communications across data networks.
o Explain the purpose of the transport layer in
managing the transportation of data in end-to-end
communication.
o Explain characteristics of the TCP and UDP
protocols, including port numbers and their uses.
8.3 Designing Considerations for IPv6
Module 9 Transport Layer
9.1 Transport Layer Protocols
5 hrs.
Lecture/Discussion using
PowerPoint
PowerPoint
Recitation
Computer Units
Application
LCD Projector
Standardized assessment
(quiz, exam, assignment)
Board and Marker
Hands-on Activities
● Compare the operations of transport layer protocols
in supporting end-to-end communication.
o Explain how TCP session establishment and
termination processes facilitate reliable
communication.
o Explain how TCP protocol data units are
transmitted and acknowledged to guarantee
delivery.
o Describe the UDP client processes to establish
communication with a server.
o Determine whether high-reliability TCP
transmissions, or non-guaranteed UDP
transmissions, are best suited for common
applications.
● Explain the operation of the application layer in
providing support to end-user applications.
o Explain how the functions of the application
layer, session layer, and presentation layer work
together to provide network services to end user
applications
o Explain how common application layer protocols
interact with end user applications.
9.2 TCP and UDP
Blended learning (via
Classroom Discussion,
CANVAS, Google
Classroom)
Module 10 Application Layer
10.1 Application Layer Protocols
5 hrs.
Lecture/Discussion using
PowerPoint
PowerPoint
Recitation
Computer Units
Standardized assessment
(quiz, exam, assignment)
Hands-on Activities
● Explain how well-known TCP/IP application layer
protocols operate.
o Explain how web and email protocols operate.
Pre-tests/Post tests
Homework
Graded Recitation
Check lists
Quizzes
Online Tests
Chapter Exam
Lab Activities
Case Studies
Reflection
Periodic Exams
10.2 Well-known Application Protocols and
Services
Blended learning (via
Classroom Discussion,
Application
LCD Projector
Board and Marker
Pre-tests/Post tests
Homework
Graded Recitation
Check lists
Quizzes
Online Tests
Chapter Exam
Lab Activities
Case Studies
Reflection
Periodic Exams
o Explain how DNS and DHCP operate.
o Explain how file transfer protocols operate.
● Explain how a small network of directly connected
segments is created, configured, and verified.
o Identify the devices used in a small network.
o Identify the protocols used in a small network.
o Explain how a small network serves as the basis
of larger networks.
CANVAS, Google
Classroom)
Module 11 Build a Small Network
11.1 Network Design
11.2 Network Security
● Use common show commands and utilities to
establish relative performance baseline for the
network.
o Use the output of the ping command to establish
relative network performance.
o Use the output of the tracert command to
establish relative network performance.
o Use show commands to verify the configuration
and status of network devices.
o Use host and IOS commands to acquire
information about the devices in a network.
11.3 Basic Network Performance
Course Requirements: (Expected output)
PowerPoint
Recitation
Computer Units
Standardized assessment
(quiz, exam, assignment)
● Configure switches and routers with device
hardening features to enhance security.
o Explain why basic security measures are
necessary on network devices.
o Identify security vulnerabilities.
o Identify general mitigation techniques.
o Configure network devices with device hardening
features to mitigate security threats.
● Troubleshoot a network.
o Describe common network troubleshooting
methodologies.
o Troubleshoot cable issues and interface issues.
o Troubleshoot issues with devices in the network.
15 hrs.
Lecture/Discussion using
PowerPoint
Hands-on Activities
Blended learning (via
Classroom Discussion,
CANVAS, Google
Classroom)
11.4 Network Troubleshooting
1.
2.
3.
Compilation of all laboratory activities
Reflections on 3 Reading articles
Build a simple Local Area Network applying an addressing scheme using a packet tracer.
Application
LCD Projector
Board and Marker
Pre-tests/Post tests
Homework
Graded Recitation
Check lists
Quizzes
Online Tests
Chapter Exam
Lab Activities
Case Studies
Reflection
Periodic Exams
References:
Introduction to Networks V6 Companion Guide, Volume 6, Author Cisco Networking Academy, 2016
Communication Networks: A Concise Introduction, Second Edition, Jean Walrand, Shyam Parekh, 2017
Fundamentals of Data Communication Networks, Oliver C. Ibe, 2017
Interconnections for Computer Communications and Packet Networks, 1st Edition by Roberto Rojas-Cessa, 2017
An Integrated Approach to Computer Networks by Bhavneet Sidhu. 2019
Web Sites:
To test download and upload speeds: https://www.speakeasy.net/speedtest).
Video about undersea cable: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v1JEuzBkOD8
Video about how undersea cables are laid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQVzU_YQ3IQ
IEEE shorthand identifiers: http://computernetworkingnotes.com/network-technologies/10base-ethernet.html
MAC Address vendor lookup: www.macvendorlookup.com
Internet Routing table expansion statistics: https://www.cidr-report.org/as2.0/
Binary game: https://learningnetwork.cisco.com/docs/DOC-1803
Difference between TCP and UDP: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KSJu5FqwEMM
Protocol analyzers: https://www.wireshark.org/download.html
Live attacks on the Internet: http://map.norsecorp.com/#/
Prepared by:
Dr. Teresita S. Mijares, sgd
Date:
Approved by:
May 3, 2019
Dr. Eliza B. Ayo, sgd.
Head, Computer Education Dept.
Date:
May 3, 2019