SYLLABUS FOR
DATA COMMMUNICATIONS AND
NETWORKING THEORY
Term: Spring,
2005-2006 (052) (January 9 - April 22, 2006)
Course Number: CIS 460X
Instructor:
Mr. Darren Henderson
Office
Phone: (219) 473-4346
E-mail: dhenderson@ccsj.edu
Office
Hours: Monday
12:00 p.m.
- 2:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Thursday
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Instructor
Background:
Darren Henderson earned a
B. S. in Engineering from Purdue University Calumet and a M. S. in Electrical
Engineering from
Darren joined the
Computer Information Systems Program at Calumet College of St. Joseph in
1995. He regularly teaches the courses Business
Microcomputer Applications, Web Page Design, C++ Programming I and II, Hardware
and Software Concepts, and Data Communications and Networking Theory. In addition to his teaching activities,
Darren has worked for CCSJ's Computer Services Department. He used his engineering background and skills
to help lay the groundwork for the school's existing computer network and
services. He was responsible for
initially creating the faculty and staff e-mail accounts and for making the
school's computers (faculty, staff, and 4th floor computer labs)
Internet accessible. His duties involved
Unix/Linux and Windows NT System Administration and TCP/IP Network
Administration in support of DNS, DHCP, WWW, and e-mail services. He was also responsible for implementing an
early firewall to protect the school's Univers database system from
unauthorized access. He currently is
working on ways of integrating the Blackboard 5 e-learning environment into his
courses at CCSJ.
Before
his tenure at CCSJ, Darren was an adjunct instructor in the Electronics
Technology Department at Ivy Tech State College in
His current research interests
are in C++ programming, software engineering for Internet applications, and
network security.
Course
Time: Thursdays
7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Room 527
Course
Description (revised): This
course presents the underlying principles and theory of data communications and
computer networks. Various network
topologies are discussed including their operation and the computer hardware
and software required to implement, particular emphasis is given to the
Ethernet architecture. The OSI Model and
the TCP/IP suite of protocols are used to develop an understanding of layered
protocols. Both peer-to-peer networking
and internetworking concepts will be presented.
CIS 115, CIS 125, and CIS 312 or 320
Learning
Outcomes/ Competencies:
Students in this
course will:
·
be provided with an overview of the major
local area network (LAN) topologies and protocols.
·
study the layered protocol concept using the
OSI model and the TCP/IP suite of protocols.
·
configure DNS, DHCP, Web, and Email services
·
gain familiarity with various types of
communications channels and the types of transmission impairments that are
characteristic of each type.
·
understand the differences between analog
and digital signals and systems.
Textbook:
(Recommended)
Business
Data Communications, 5th., Stallings, William,
Prentice Hall Inc.,
Learning
Strategies:
Due to the technical
nature of the subject matter, the course material is presented through lecturing
supplemented with occasional hands-on class exercises/demonstrations. Students are encouraged to participate by
asking questions. Students who own a Windows-based
laptop computer with an Ethernet network interface card (i.e. RJ-45 port or PC
card) are encouraged to bring them to class when an appropriate class exercise
is scheduled (See Course Outline below).
Students demonstrate the course competencies in part by completing
periodic homework assignments and projects.
Assessment:
The student’s grade is computed using the weights
shown below:
Class Exercises/Class
Participation 25%
Homework 25%
Midterm 25%
Final 25%
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100%
Class
Policy For Assignments/Exams:
Homework problems will be assigned throughout the
duration of the term. Homework will be collected generally two weeks from the date assigned. Late homework is subject to an automatic deduction to be determined by the instructor. All LATE Homework received after 10
p.m. on April 20, 2006 (i.e. Week # 15) will NOT be considered for credit
and will result in an assigned score of zero.
The official class policy is that there is NO MAKE-UP EXAMS, however in
recognition of the occasional personal and/or family emergency that may
occur during the semester, a make-up exam may
be granted provided all
the following conditions are met:
1)
The instructor is notified of the make-up
exam request by the student on or
before the scheduled exam date.
2)
A suitable alternate time convenient to
the instructor can be arranged.
3)
The missed scheduled exam must be made-up within one-week of the scheduled
exam date.
The granting of make-up exams is NOT an entitlement
but is a courtesy granted to the student by the instructor. If this courtesy is abused by a particular
student or the class as a whole, then the privilege may be revoked.
A missed midterm exam or final exam will be
assigned a score of zero.
Exams are typically closed book and closed
notes.
The FINAL EXAM is comprehensive!
The function of the homework problems and class
activities is that they serve as exam preparation. The function of the exams is to confirm that
the student has achieved the required level of proficiency.
Grading
Scale:
A: 93-100 A-: 90-92
B+: 87-89
B: 83-86 B-: 80-82
C+: 77-79
C: 73-76 C-: 70-72 D+: 67-69
D: 63-66 D-: 60-62
F: 59 & below
Class
Policy on Attendance/Class Exercises:
Attendance will be taken for administrative
purposes. Although class attendance does
NOT account for a percentage of the
assigned semester grade, it is vital that students attend the class lectures on
a regular basis in order to be informed of any important class announcements,
any deviations from the course outline below, and of any supplemental material
presented.
However, class/lab attendance and participation is
used as a factor in deciding borderline cases. (if applicable)
Periodically throughout the term, class
exercises/demonstrations will be given/presented during the class
session to reinforce the course concepts and material. Students are expected to be actively engaged
during this time. Therefore, frequent
class absences will result in the student failing to receive credit for the
class exercise/class participation component of the course.
Class
Policy on Electronic Devices:
As a matter of courtesy to the instructor and to
fellow students, cell phones, beepers, pagers, etc. are generally NOT to be
answered in class and should be switched off BEFORE class begins. If it is absolutely necessary to receive a
call during the class period, then the device should be placed in a “vibrate”
mode and the student should answer the call outside the classroom so as to
minimize disruptions to the learning environment.
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Class Dates: |
Topics/Assignments: |
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WEEK
1 |
1/12/2006 |
Course Policies/Syllabus Data Communications and
Networking Overview |
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WEEK
2 |
1/19 |
Class
Exercise - A Simple Ethernet TCP/IP Network Network Hardware and Software Network Topologies Network Addressing Basics Peer to Peer Networking vs Client Server Networking Ethernet NIC installation and Network Assembly Static TCP/IP Network Configuration TCP/IP Network Testing Microsoft Workgroup/File and Printer Sharing Concepts |
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WEEK
3 |
1/26 |
RFC 1180 (A
TCP/IP Tutorial) Handout Background: Computer Network Concepts: Definition, LAN vs WAN, Topologies Ethernet Operation and Addressing Number Systems (decimal, binary, and hex) Layered Protocols (TCP/IP over Ethernet) OSI Model Ethernet II Header IP Addressing ARP protocol IP Routing Homework
#1 – TCP/IP Network Commands |
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WEEK
4 |
2/02 |
Windows 2K Server Handouts (2) DNS and DHCP Concepts Class
Exercise - DNS Server Class
Exercise – DHCP Server and DHCP Client |
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WEEK
5 |
2/09 |
Windows 2K Server Handouts (2) Web Server and Client
Concepts FTP Server and Client
Concepts NTFS Permissions Class
Exercise – Web Server and Web Client Class
Exercise – FTP Server and FTP Client |
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WEEK
6 |
2/16 |
Email Server Handouts Email Server and Client
Concepts Class
Exercise – Email Server Class
Exercise – Email Client |
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WEEK
7 |
2/23 |
Midterm Review |
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WEEK
8 |
3/02 |
Midterm
Exam |
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WEEK
9 |
3/09 |
RFC 1180 (A
TCP/IP Tutorial) Handout (cont.) “Hands-On TCP/IP” Handouts (2) Ethernet Demultiplexing Ethernet Header IP Header ARP Header TCP and UDP Headers Class
Exercise – Ethernet Demultiplexing Homework
#2 – Internet Research/Ethernet Demultiplexing |
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WEEK
10 |
3/16 |
RFC 1180 (A
TCP/IP Tutorial) Handout (cont.) “TCP/IP Network Administration” Handout IP Routing Concepts Transport Layer Concepts – TCP and UDP Flow Control and Error Control Concepts Half-Duplex vs Full-Duplex Operation ARQ Mechanisms: Stop-and-Wait and Go-Back-N Common Windows and Red Hat Linux TCP/IP Commands
and Results Handout Homework
#3 – Freesco Router |
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WEEK
11 |
3/23 |
Wireless Technology and Wireless LAN Concepts Class
Exercise – Wireless LAN Configuration Class
Exercise – IP Router Configuration |
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WEEK
12 |
3/30 |
Class
Exercise – Ethernet-TCP/IP Internetwork Class
Exercise – Review of IP Router Configuration, TCP/IP
Network Services and Applications |
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WEEK
13 |
4/06 |
“Packet Sniffer” Software Registration/Whois Services Sockets Network Address Translation (NAT) Firewalls Class
Exercise - “Packet Sniffer” Software Class
Exercise - Freesco “Dial-Up” Router Configuration |
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WEEK
14 |
4/13 |
Final Exam Review NO
CLASS - Easter Recess |
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WEEK
15 |
4/20 |
Final
Exam |
Class
Participation:
See "Class Policy on Attendance" above
Center
for Academic Excellence:
Tutoring
assistance is free to all students of Calumet College of St. Joseph. The Center for Academic Excellence (CAE) has
experienced and well-trained tutors in most subject areas to help students who
are struggling in a course or who are doing well and would like to do
better. Regular weekly tutoring sessions
are likely to improve your grade. In
addition to the face-to-face tutoring offered by the Center, online tutoring is
available for students whose schedules do not permit them to meet with a tutor
in person. Call the Center for Academic
Excellence at (219) 473-4287, to schedule a tutoring appointment or for
additional information about how to access online tutoring assistance.
Academic
Alerts:
In order to
assist students to successfully persist towards course completion, Calumet
College of St. Joseph asks instructors to give a written evaluation in the form
of an Academic Alert at the end of the 5th and 10th weeks
of the semester (Fall and Spring) for any students performing below “C” average
work. The current practice is to have
the instructor hand-deliver the alert to the student if possible otherwise the
alert is forwarded to the CCSJ Academic Advising office where it is then
delivered to the student via the U.S Postal Service. The intent of the academic alert system is to
notify the student of substandard performance so that they may take steps to
rectify the situation (e.g. tutoring through the Center for Academic
Excellence) However, students should
realize that NOT receiving an Academic Alert on week #5 or week #10 is NOT a
guarantee of NOT receiving a grade below a “C” for the semester since a
student’s assigned semester grade depends on the student’s performance during
all 15 weeks of the semester.
Statement
of Plagiarism:
If an instructor or other Calumet College of St.
Joseph personnel find that a student has plagiarized or been involved in
another form of academic dishonesty, the instructor or other personnel may
elect to bring the matter up for judicial review. The maximum penalty for any
form of academic dishonesty is dismissal from the College. The procedures for
judicial review are listed under the section of CCSJ handbook that addresses
student grievances.
Please note:
Citation
Guidelines:
Calumet College
of St. Joseph adheres to citation guidelines as prescribed by the particular
discipline (i.e., MLA, APA, and Chicago Manual of Style or Turabian.). All of these guidelines are available in the
Calumet College of St. Joseph library or bookstore. These texts outline how to cite references
from a variety of sources, including electronic media.
School Closing Information:
Internet:
http://www.ccsj.edu
http://www.EmergencyClosings.com
Facility:
Phone:
219.473.4770
Radio:
WAKE
– 1500 AM
WGN - 720 AM
WIJE
– 105.5 FM
WLS
– 890 AM
WZVN
– 107.1 FM
WBBM
NEWS RADIO 78
TV Channels:
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5, 7, 9 (WGN), 32 (WFLD)
Withdrawal
from Classes Policy:
After the last
day for class changes has passed (see College calendar), students may withdraw
from a course in which they are registered with permission from the faculty
member conducting the course. A written request detailing the reason(s) for the
withdrawal must be filed with the Registrar. The Registrar must receive written
request for withdrawal by the last day of classes prior to the final
examination dates specified in the catalogue. Written requests may be mailed to
the Registrar or faxed to the College fax number 219-473-4259. Students are to
make note of the refund schedule when withdrawing from courses. The request is
forwarded to the faculty member, who makes the final determination to accept or
deny the request. If the request is honored, the student will receive
notification of official withdrawal; if denied, the notification will indicate
why the withdrawal is disallowed.
An official
withdrawal is recorded as a "W" grade on the student's transcript.
Dropping a course without written permission automatically incurs an
"F" grade for the course (see Refund Schedule).