CIT 212 – Microsoft Networking II
Windows Server 2008 Administration
Fall 2012
Instructor:
Email:
Phone:
Office:
Office Hours:
Laura Pike
laura.pike@gbcnv.edu
775-753-2288
HTC 131
Mon. noon-2:30p, Thurs. 9-11:30a
Textbook & Lab Manual ISBN: 9780470875070 Package from Microsoft Press (Wiley
Publishers)
Textbooks: MOAC 70-646: Windows Server 2008 Administration Textbook w/ Stud CD Lab Man,
Trial CD & MLO Set. Go to schedule online, and find CIT 212, click on Details link, and then the
View Textbooks link. Books are available at the college bookstore or Search using the title or
ISBN number at various discounters / used book dealers.
Catalog Description:
Introduce students to computer network server administration and management using
MS Windows Server products. (Formerly CIT 212, MCSE II). (3 credits)
Course Prerequisites: CIT 212 has no prerequisites.
It is recommended that all Students have the following knowledge and skills prior to
starting the course: The fundamentals of networking technology; a strong "stand alone"
computer background and feel comfortable working in a windows environment. It may
be possible for a student to acquire this knowledge and skills through additional study
during the course.
Course Description:
This hands-on course is designed to help prepare you for the MCSE certification exam
70-646, and for the challenges you will face as a Microsoft networking professional. We
will cover the essential tools used to configure and manage a server for use in a basic
network. Lectures, projects and exercises will reinforce skills as they are learned.
Specific topic coverage includes: Introduction to Windows Server 2008, Managing
Hardware Devices, Creating and Managing Users, Implementing and Managing Groups,
Managing Access to Files, Managing Disk and Data Storage, Advanced File System
Management, Implementing and Managing Printing, Implementing and Using Group
Policies, Administering a Server, Monitoring Server Performance, Managing and
Implementing Backups and Disaster Recovery, Administering Web Resources, and
Security Basics for Windows Server 2008.
METHOD OF INSTRUCTION:
This class will be taught via Internet using Web Campus. You are expected to participate
in on-line discussions, assignments, various quizzes, and exams, and other class
activities. As an Internet based class, there are no traditional lectures, discussions, or
labs. In lieu of lectures I will create various posts, video lectures, and/or link
supplementary materials as appropriate which you are expected to review each week.
Some lectures may be accompanied with podcasts. Instead of classroom discussions you
will be expected to post your own college-quality written comments on the weekly
discussion assigned by the Instructor and respond to your fellow students' comments. I
will read and assess your posts as well as comment on them if necessary for clarification
purposes. Labs are accomplished by the use of a remote desktop procedure and Hyper
V Manager Software. To complete the lab exercise, a high speed internet connection is
required. It has also been proven a wired connection is favorable over a wireless
connection.
AN IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT ONLINE CLASSES:
1. Do not assume that online classes are easier than traditional "face-to-face" classes.
2. Online classes can actually be more difficult than traditional classes. They require
constant motivation and self-direction on the part of the student.
3. You are responsible for reading, studying, asking questions, completing
assignments, being organized, and staying on schedule. I cannot tell when you are
having problems and you cannot raise your hand for help. You must make the
initiative to contact me via email, office hours, or phone call.
4. Instead of classroom discussions you will be expected to post your own college
quality written comments on one topic related to the class readings as assigned as
well as respond to your fellow students' comments.
STUDENT RESPONSABILITIES:
Be able to access the class website through Web Campus. Contact the Technology Help
Desk - Email: helpdesk@gbcnv.edu Phone: 775-753-2167
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2.
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Have and maintain High Speed Internet access throughout the semester.
Have and maintain all software required for the class throughout the semester.
Have and maintain a virus-free computer throughout the semester.
Have knowledge of Windows and file handling.
MAJOR OBJECTIVES OF THIS CLASS
The primary objective of this class is to introduce students to the Desktop/Client
Operating System by offering an in-depth study of all the functions and features in the
current Microsoft Desktop environment. This course prepares the student to field
questions from businesses end-users using Microsoft products.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
The successful student in this class will have and be able to:
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Planning for server deployment.
Planning for server management.
Monitoring and maintaining servers.
Planning application and data provisioning.
Planning for business continuity and high availability.
Learner Outcome Measurements
Measurement Method
Learner Outcomes
Class Discussion via web posts
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Lab and research assignments
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Project assignments
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Written and Skills examinations
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Class Policies & Procedures
GRADING POLICY: Grading in this course is based upon the following:
class discussions 20%, Exams 40%, and assignments 40%. All assignments are due by the
beginning of the next week.
The grades will be calculated on a percentage scale and then recorded as the
corresponding grade point value as shown below.
Percentage Grade Point Value Letter Grade
94-100
4.0
A
90-93
3.7
A87-89
3.3
B+
84-86
3.0
B
80-83
2.7
B77-79
2.3
C+
74-76
2.0
C
70-73
1.7
C67-69
1.3
D+
64-66
1.0
D
60-63
.7
D<60
0.0
F
I
Incomplete – See below
W
Withdrawal – See below
If, for some reason, you feel that you cannot complete the course, you must officially
(W)ithdraw from the class before the end of the thirteenth week. If you do not officially
withdraw from the class, your grade will be based on the assignments you have
completed averaged with zeros for uncompleted assignments. To withdraw from the
class, you must contact the instructor and complete the Add/Drop form available at the
center. The “W” is not used in computing your cumulative grade-point average. It will
appear, however, on your transcript, and will always be a permanent part of it.
An (I)ncomplete will be given only to a student who has completed ¾ of the course with
a grade of “C” or better, but is unable to complete the class for good cause. You must
arrange for the incomplete with your instructor and acknowledge the statement of
work you must complete to receive a final grade. You have until March 15 th for Fall
Semesters and October 15th for Spring Semesters to complete the work for a final
grade. An incomplete not made up within this time period will have a grade assigned by
the instructor, which could be an “F” or “W”.
EXAM & QUIZ PROCEDURES: All exams and quizzes will be objective, e.g. true/false,
multiple choice, fill-in the blank, etc, and will be conducted using Web Campus.
ATTENDANCE POLICY: The instructor must agree in advance to any excused absences
unless there are strong extenuating circumstances. Three (3) unexcused absences can
result in a failing grade, in an on-line class an absence is one week when you do not
participate in class or contact the instructor.
ASSIGNMENTS: The assignments will consist of exercises from the textbook and/or lab
book. The assignments can be completed on your own time, and will require substantial
time spent on the computer to complete. There are no points given for late
assignments. Assignments are due on the Monday of the following week they are
assigned.
You will turn in most assignments by using the assignment drop box on WebCampus or
by attaching it to a message from within WebCampus and sending it to me. Students
should keep all assignments until they have seen cumulative grades.
Each student must complete his/her assignments, individually. If two or more students
turn in the same hard copy assignment or collaborate on a test, punitive measures as
described in the Rules and Disciplinary Procedures for Members of the University
Community will be enforced.
OTHER POLICIES: Plagiarism and other forms of academic dishonesty will not be
tolerated and can result in a failing grade. The student conduct policy stated in the GBC
2011-2012 Catalog will be enforced. This syllabus is not a contract and is subject to
reasonable changes as the class proceeds.
For live classes, Cell phones are prohibited, except for work and family emergency.
Please notify the Professor if you need to have your cell phone available. PDA usage is
limited to course related activities only. Internet usage for any purpose other than
course related activities is grounds for loss of participation points.
COURSE SCHEDULE
We will have significant hands on experiences during most lessons.
Assignments, chapters and readings by week:
Week 1:
Class/Lab
Orientation
Introduction to course
Week 2:
Week 3:
Week 4:
Week 5:
Week 6:
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Exam 1
Week 7:
Week 8:
Week 9
Week 10
Week 11
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Exam 2
Week 12
Week 13
Week 14
Week 15
Week 16
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Exam 3
Planning Server Deployment
Planning Infrastructure Services
Planning an Active Directory Deployment
Planning Application Services
Written exam will be released on Web
Campus with a 2 hour time limit.
Skills exam will be released with a 3 day
time limit.
Planning File and Print Services
Planning Storage Solutions
Planning for High Availability
Planning Server and Network Security
Written exam will be released on Web
Campus with a 2 hour time limit.
Skills exam will be released with a 3 day
time limit.
Securing Infrastructure Services
Managing Servers
Monitoring Servers
Backing Up
Written exam will be released on Web
Campus with a 2 hour time limit.
Skills exam will be released with a 3 day
time limit.