CSC 230: Intro to Networking

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CSC 230 Syllabus

• Instructor: Ron Poland
• Office Number: Room 530M
• Telephone: 562-4194
• Email: ron.poland@clinton.edu
• Credit Hours: Three

Appointments are easily available outside of these hours. Contact the instructor to arrange an appointment.

Course Name and Title: Intro to Networking CSC 230

I. Course Description:

In this course students will learn the introductory concepts of computer networks. Topics include network functions, standards, local area networks, wide area networks, protocols, topologies and operating systems. The course is equally divided between classroom discussion and hands-on activities. Students will install, configure and test an Ethernet LAN during the semester. This course is designed to cover approximately half of the objectives for CompTIA's Network+ certification exam.

II. Course Prerequisites:

CSC121 Fundamental Concepts of Computing and CSC102 Intro to Microcomputer Applications

III. Textbooks and Supplies:

Network+ Guide to Networks, 4th Edition, Tamara Dean

IV. Course Objectives and Methods of Instruction:

Upon completion of this course students shall be able to:

• Describe the purpose and function of a computer network.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of networking standards.
• Explain the features of Local Area and Wide Area Networks.
• Identify common protocols.
• Recognize different network topologies, architectures, and equipment.
• Understand the basics of TCP/IP, including IP addressing.
• Describe the major Network Operating Systems.
• Install, configure, test and troubleshoot an Ethernet LAN.

If you have questions regarding the content of this class, feel free to contact me and discuss them during my assigned office hours or during a scheduled appointment. The course will be taught by a combination of instructor led discussions, audio-visual materials, class participation, and hands-on lab training and exercises.

V. General Education Objectives met:

None

VI. Course Outline and Schedule:

The course is divided into modules. In many cases the modules are based on a chapter from the textbook but not in every case. Always check the reading assignment table for each module.

CSC 230 Reading Assignments

Module Number	Topic	Chapter or Page Numbers
1	Intro to Networking/Networking Standards	Chapter 1 and 2
2	Network Tools and Test Equipment	pg 640-652
3	Transmission Basics/Media	Chapter 3
4	Protocols	pg 155-194
5	Hardware/Devices	Chapter 5
6	Topologies	Chapter 6
7	Wide Area Networks	Chapter 7
8	Network Operating Systems	Chapter 8

VII. Assignments and Attendance:

• All assignments are due at the beginning of class on the specified date, they may not be turned in late.
• Assignments may be emailed (must be emailed using the CCC student account).
• Assignments should be word-processed or printed neatly. Sloppy work will receive less credit.
• Students are expected to follow the college's attendance policy. Failure to do so will result in involuntary withdrawal from the class.
• There are no excused absences; failure to attend class for any reason is an absence.
• Arriving late for class or leaving early will count as half an absence. 
• A student who is absent from a scheduled quiz or exam because of some unavoidable circumstance may be allowed a make-up after discussing the situation with the instructor. The instructor will determine the time for the make-up.

VIII. Evaluation, Grading, and Makeup Policy:

Students will be evaluated by  1 WebQuest, 8 Assignments, 8 Quizzes and a Final Exam during the semester. Makeup quizzes may be given with a valid written excuse. Everything shall be graded on a scale of 0 - 100.

• WebQuest 10%
• Quizzes 40%
• Written Assignments 40%
• Final Exam 10%

Percentages for the final grade will be rounded to the nearest whole point, and a letter grade will be assigned. The grading scale is as follows:

95 - 100=A, 90 - 94=A-

86 - 89=B+, 83 - 85=B, 80 - 82=B-

76-79=C+, 73 - 75=C, 70-72=C-

65 - 69=D+, 60 - 64=D, 0 - 59=F

IX. Student Ethics:

• Any form of academic dishonesty will result in a grade of zero on said assignment, quiz or test.
• Repeat offenders may be subject to formal proceedings.
• Academic dishonesty includes (but is not limited to) handing in work that you did not do, attempting to use another student's answers during an exam, copying material from another student and allowing another student to use your work. It is not acceptable to work with another student and each turn in the same work.
• It is the responsibility of the student to officially withdraw from class according to the procedures and time limitations described in the college catalog. Any student who does not officially withdraw by the deadline will receive a letter grade.
• Interruptions to the classroom setting will not be tolerated. All beepers, cell phones and the like shall be off in the classroom under normal circumstances. If the circumstances are not normal please bring it to the instructor's attention.
• Any student who acts in a disruptive manner will be dismissed from class and marked as absent for the day.

X. Student Needs:

As per Section 504 of the Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, if an accommodation is needed, contact me privately after class or during my office hours as soon as possible so I can help you obtain any assistance you may need to successfully complete this course. The Academic Assistance Center, may also be contacted for further assistance.

XI. Emergency procedures:

School cancellations due to inclement weather will be announced on local radio stations as listed in the CCC student handbook. Class cancellations due to instructor absence will be posted on the class web site, placed on my telephone answering service and posted on the classroom door. Room changes will be announced in advance whenever possible and posted on the classroom door.