Description:

3 semester credits

Coverage includes the basic concepts of networking including LAN & WAN hardware and software, OSI network model and the protocol services approach to

 Course Objectives:

1. Understand and recognize the importance of the OSI model
2. Be familiar with network protocols
3. Understand components of an Ethernet based LAN
4. Be familiar with hardware aspects of computer networks
5. Be thoroughly familiar with ANSI 568 wiring
6. Be able to lay out a simple peer – peer network
7. Understand TCP/IP network protocols and terminology
8. Understand major network components including Hubs, routers, switches, NIC’s, wireless access points and other network hardware.
9. Be able to successfully pass the CompTIA Net+ certification examination.

Required Text:

Network + Guide to Networks 2e, Tamara Dean

Grading:

Graded work will have the following weights.

All work must be submitted on time, with cover sheet and in the proper format. Factors included in grades will include spelling, grammar, neatness and format as well as the nature of the work.

Attendance:

As with most college level courses, attendance is left up to the student, however, any work missed as a result of an absence is the responsibility of the student. In the case of a quiz, a makeup will be allowed only in the case where the student has made arrangements PRIOR to the absence. A rigorous quiz schedule is anticipated.

Lab Reports:

Labs will be taken substantially from the lab handouts, although a significant amount of planning and writing will be required in the completion of laboratory experiments. Students are expected to prepare for the experiment before coming to class. Parts needed for an experiment may need to be ordered over a week in advance. Students must plan in advance for experiments. A bound lab notebook will be required and utilized for collection data from experiments.

Lab reports must include a cover page, record of data acquired during the experiment, analysis of data, summary of procedure and conclusions. Students are encouraged to prepare appropriate portions of the lab report using a word processor. Pages from the laboratory manual ARE NOT to be included in lab write-ups. Students are expected to utilize word processing, spreadsheet and CAD/Simulation software to produce lab reports. Clarity and brevity play a major role in the grading of lab write-ups. Criteria used for grading lab reports are as follows:

Homework:

Homework is due as announced when the work is assigned. Students should be prepared to present the work in class when the work is due. Work will be collected at the end of class to allow discussion of the work. As with all graded work, homework must include a cover page.

Examinations:

Currently there are three exams planned - two during the term and a comprehensive final exam.

Term Papers:

A term paper may be assigned which will require research using library and Internet resources. Standard format and footnote requirements are required.

Web Page:

An Internet web page for the course will be made available which will provide the current schedule, a listing of all assignments, access to the online Grade Server and other useful information. This page can be accessed through the instructor's home page at URL - eet.msun.edu/~strizich/fall2k - a link to the page for EET 101 is available from that point.

Cell Phones & Pagers:

          Although cell phones and pagers have become common, they pose a significant distraction in the classroom.  Therefore, these devices should be turned off during classes.  In the event of an emergency situation, where the student must respond to incoming calls, arrangements should be made prior to class to deviate from this policy.

Schedule:

The schedule will be developed during the semester and published/updated periodically.