CISCO NETWORKING ACADEMY I/II
Description:
Teacher: Mrs. Cochran
2 credits – Grades 11-12
This class will meet every day 4th hour. Semester I of CISCO Networking Academy
includes networking terminology and math, media, cable testing, cabling LANs and
WANs, Ethernet fundamentals, technologies and switching, IP addressing, IP routing and
TCP/IP. Semester 2 includes WANs, routing fundamentals and configuration,
neighboring devices, operating system, routing, distance vector routing protocols, TCP/IP
error and control messages, basic router troubleshooting, TCP and Access Lists. Class
includes on-line (internet) instruction, hands-on activities, and comprehensive written,
oral and lab practical exams (classroom and on-line).
Recommended Pre-requisites:
3.0 GPA
Excellent Reading and Comprehension skills
ICDL or Advanced Applications
Principles of Technology (Computer Technician Skills)
Goal: To learn basic networking.
Sargent Technology Standards (Benchmarks):
Standard 1: Understand and apply basic operations and concepts.
Standard 2: Understand and practice appropriate social, ethical and human issues
in technology.
Standard 3: Utilize technology-based productivity tools.
Standard 4: Apply tools for research, problem-solving, decision-making and
communications.
Objectives:
1. The student will learn basic content including: OSI Model, Internetworking
Devices, IP addressing, LAN Media and Topologies, Structured Cabling,
Electronics, Routing and TCP/IP.
2. The student will learn hands-on skills including: Identifying hardware and
software, making and testing patch cables, installation of cable and devices, and
router configuration and testing.
3. The student will be able document skills and information in Engineering Journal.
4. The student will develop workplace competencies by working in engineering
teams, self and project management, oral exams and presentations.
5. The student will achieve basic technological literacy, awareness of IT careers,
preparation for 2 and 4 year Electrical Engineering, Computer Science and
Information Technology programs, have access to well-paying, learning oriented
jobs, and will have the ability to design, install and maintain basic internetworks.
Tentative Schedule:
Semester 1
Module 1:
Introduction to Networking
Module 2:
Networking Fundamentals
Module 3:
Networking Media
Module 4:
Cable Testing
Module 5:
Cabling LANs and WANs
Module 6:
Ethernet Fundamentals
Module 7:
Ethernet Technologies
Module 8:
Ethernet Switching
Module 9:
TCP/IP Protocol Suite and IP Addressing
Module 10: Routing Fundamentals and Subnets
Module 11: TCP/IP Transport and Application Layer
Case Study: Structured Cabling
Review and Semester 1 Practical Lab Exam
Semester 1 Final On-line Exam
Semester 2
Module 1:
WANs and Routers
Module 2:
Introduction to Router
Module 3:
Configuring a Router
Module 4:
Learning about Other Devices
Module 5:
Managing Cisco IOS
Module 6:
Routing and Routing Protocols
Module 7:
Distance Vector Routing Protocols
Module 8:
TCP/IP Suite Error and Control Messages
Module 9:
Basic Router Troubleshooting
Module 10: Intermediate TCP/IP
Module 11: Access Control Lists (ACLs)
Case Study: Routing
Review
Final Semester Lab Exam
Final Semester On-line Exam
Cisco Syllabus continued
Assessment:
T.O.T. or Time on Task
Using class time well will ensure you a passing grade. I award 40-45 daily points per
quarter according to how you use your time in class. To earn the point you must be
working on Cisco the entire period. This will be your job each day.
Listed below are the activities and possible points for this quarter; you will see that
daily points make up 30% of your grade. By staying on task, you will succeed in
this class, just like you would with any other job. Please ask questions if you
don’t understand.
Daily Point System (T.O.T.)
30%
Engineering Journal (document all lab and project working completely
Skills Labs and Lab Notebook and Skills Exams
On-line *Chapter Exams (Final for each semester is doubled)
10%
25%
35%
TOTAL
100%
*Students who receive 90% or better for exams taken the first time will receive a 10 point
bonus for each chapter. Any score of less than 80% will require retaking the exam. If a
third try is necessary the student will lose 5 points. A 90% or better on the Final
Semester On-line Exams will net the student 20 extra points.
Requirements for students allowed to test for CCNA Certification:
 Completion of Semesters Cisco I and II. Intro Test - $120
 Completion of Semesters II and IV and passing grade on Intro Test CCNA $120
Or
 Completion of Semester I, II, III, and IV – CCNA Complete - $120
 70% on on-line exams for Semesters I-IV provides a discount testing fee for
CCNA Complete
 80% average required to enroll in Cisco III/IV
Required Materials:
Pen or pencil
Folder with pocket to store handouts and assignments
Personal headphones with a miniature jack connection (required every day)
Calculator
$20 Lab Fee