IS331 COMPUTER NETWORKING

Stevenson University

School of Graduate and Professional Studies

IS-331: Cisco TCP/IP Routing

Online Fall 2020

Course Information

Course Number:	IS 331
Course Title:	Cisco TCP/IP Routing
Course Section:	OL1
Semester/Term:	Online Fall 2020

Faculty and Contact Information

Name:	Charles Wilbur
Email:	[email protected]
Phone/Office hours:	443-974-5396
Other Information:	Personal and Group Video Conferences by appointment only.

Catalog Course Description

This Course examines techniques for deployment of quality of service features, route distribution, and route cost determination, all of which improve performance and guarantee delivery of the business’ most important data. Students will gain hands-on experience in the configuration and management of CISCO routers and switches. Best practices in the design of an effective routed infrastructure will be addressed.

Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or better in IS 232

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:  

1. Differentiate between user modes in Cisco IOS;

2. Identify key components of a routed network infrastructure including cabling, switches, routers, bridges, hubs, repeaters, and other networking devices;

3. Configure various working parameters for Cisco Routers and Switches using Cisco IOS commands;

4. Articulate the key differences between routing protocols such as RIP, EIGRP, and OSPF;

5. Implement RIP, EIGRP and OSPF routing protocols in a Cisco WAN network;

6. Analyze CIDR notation and discuss the purpose of sub-netting and super-netting;

7. Create a multi-router configuration and troubleshoot end-to-end connectivity problems;

8. Implement Access Control Lists on (ACL’s) on routers to help secure a network;

9. Differentiate between the OSI seven layer model and the TCP/IP 4 layer model;

10. Explain the purpose of VLAN’s, setup VLAN’s in a Cisco Switched environment and explain the use of the Spanning Tree Protocol;

11. Explain the use of Switched Technology in modern network topology;

12. Explain the purpose and implement Vlan Trucking Protocol (VTP);

13. Perform key troubleshooting techniques to diagnose and localize network failures using utilities such as ping, tracert, netstat, ifconfig, arp;

14. Describe the day to day tasks for a network administrator managing a routed and switched TCP/IP network.

Course Materials

Required

Cannon, K., CaudleK.,&Chiarella A. (2009). CCNA Guide to Cisco Networking (4rd ed.).Boston: Course Technology.

ISBN: 978-1-4188-3705-1

AdditionalMaterials

Students are responsible for any additional readings that may be required by the instructor during the course.  It is the responsibility of each student to check each module for information regarding additional required readings and to do research when needed.

Required Technologies

1. Cisco Packet Tracer 7.2 Available as a download after the course begins

2. You need a word processer that is able to save your work in .docx format. If you don’t have the program, you can use your SU credentials to get the desktop version of Microsoft Office 360 applications at no cost. More information is available at https://products.office.com/en-us/student/office-in-education

GradingInformation

Assessment	Point Value or Weight of Total	Quantity	Points (Each)	Totals
Discussion Forum	10%	10	10	100
Quizzes	20%	10	20	200
Labs	20%	10	20	200
Paper	20%	1	200	200
Midterm Exam	15%	1	150	150
Final Exam	15%	1	150	150
Total	100%			1000

University GradingScale

A	93-100	4.0
A-	90-92	3.7
B+	87-89	3.3
B	83-86	3.0
B-	80-82	2.7
C+	77-79	2.3
C	70-76	2.0
D	60-69	1.0
F	1-59	0.0

Time Management

Just like in your traditional classes, time management is of the utmost importance in order to uphold all of your class work and other responsibilities.

Online Learning Misconception

There is a misconception that students often times express: they mistakenly believe that an online class saves time because they do not have to physically attend class. This is far from the truth. In fact, you might find that an online class might require even more effort than a traditional in-person class does. The online environment requires students to be more active learners and learning how to do this can require a time investment.

A good rule of thumb is to take time out of each week and dedicate it to your online class. If you are taking a three-credit course, then you should find either one 3 hour block of time, two 1.5 hour blocks, or three 1 hour blocks to complete the coursework. Also, remember that, just like an in-person class, you will be required to do more work outside of class. You'll want to account for spending about 2 extra hours per hour of class time.

Time Management Strategies

There are a number of other strategies that can be useful in succeeding in an online class. In addition to developing your schedule, here are four strategies to help you be successful in your online learning experience during this course:

1. "Confirm your technical requirements." You will need to make sure you have all required technical requirements (or make sure you can access them somewhere on-campus). You certainly won't want to figure out just before a big assignment that you are missing something.

2. "Connect with instructors early." Just because you won't be seeing your professor regularly doesn't mean that they are not present to help you learn. Read through the syllabus and figure out the best ways to communicate with your professors before you need them.

3. "Stay organized." On top of developing your schedule, being organized is of the utmost importance for success in an online class. Stay on top of your coursework and avoid falling behind.

4. Have a Backup Plan if technology fails. All students that take this course are “Students of Computer Technology “ with a path to becoming “Experts of Computer Technology”. One of the lessons to learn is that technology can and will fail so it is wise to be prepared. You must have an alternative plan to completing assignments. This not only promotes less stress during the academic year but also shows you take your assignments seriously.

Academic Integrity Policy

Stevenson University expects all members of its community to behave with integrity. Honesty and integrity provide the clearest path to knowledge, understanding, and truth – the highest goals of an academic institution. For students, integrity is fundamental to the development of intellect, character, and the personal and professional ethics that will govern their lives and shape their careers.

Click this link to view and print a copy of the university policies on Academic Integrity and Academic Misconduct. Links to a copy of the full policy on the portal have been provided on this page.

http://bit.ly/SUIntegrity

No Late Work Course Policy

Online classes require students to be self-directed in completing the coursework.

Students are required to complete all scheduled activities within the course week by the due date. Students failing to do so by the stated deadline will lose all points associated with the uncompleted work. A grade of zero (0) will be given for late assignments. Discussion forums and quizzes will be visible beyond their due date but they will no longer be available to complete and be graded.

Of course there will be latitude given to domestic concerns and sickness but official documentation must be provided and arrangements must be made before work is due not after the work is already late.

Have a Backup Plan for hardware and internet failures they are NOT an excuse for missing due dates.

You must start a helpdesk ticket [email protected] (1-866-344-8190) and include me in the communications if there is any issue with the Stevenson Blackboard site during a quiz or downloading of a lab assignment.

Communication Policy

Announcements are posted by the instructor on an as-needed basis. If there is something that the entire class needs to know the instructor will post an announcement in that regard. Please check for announcements each time you login.

If you have a question about the course, please post it in the discussion board. If you know the answer to a question, please don’t hesitate to help your classmate by providing your answer. The instructor will review question area daily, and provide an answer when appropriate. For questions or concerns of more personal nature, you may send an e-mail to the instructor. Once the course is underway, the instructor will check e-mail every day. When sending an e-mail, please always include the class number in the subject header and a cell phone number in case answering your questions would be far too complicated to explain in an e-mail.

All students should be signing on to their Stevenson email account and visiting Blackboard for announcements on a daily bases.

Course emails and discussion posts will be answered within 24 hours Monday – Friday. Emails sent on Saturday or Sunday may not be answered until Monday. It is recommended that you post course related questions in the Blackboard Q&A area. If you need information related to a test or assignment, plan ahead and submit your questions well ahead of the due date.

Feedback on assignments and grades will be posted within 5 days after the assignment is due. For example, if an assignment is due on Monday night, September 5, you should see a grade by Sunday morning, September 11.

Students with Disabilities

The following link provides information for students with disabilities including services provided, how to obtain support and accessibility compliance statements for learning management and other required software. http://bit.ly/SUAccessibility

Course Schedule

Module/Topics	Activities	Assessments	Due Dates
1 Course Introduction	· Read Syllabus · Review PowerPoint · Install Packet Tracer at Home	· Discussion Board Post · Pre-Lab; completed but not graded	9/6at 11:59PM
2 Introduction to Networks	· Read Chapter 1 · Review PowerPoint	· Discussion Board Post · Lab 1	9/13at 11:59PM
3 Network Devices Router and IOS Basics	· Read Chapter 2 · Read Chapter 5 sections · Benefits of Routing · Connecting via Terminal Programs · System Configuration Dialog · User Interface · Configuration Modes · Review PowerPoint	· Discussion Board Post · Quiz 1	9/20at 11:59PM
4 TCP/IP Router and IOS Basics	· Read Chapter 3 of text · Read Chapter 5 sections · Router Startup · Cisco IOS · Plethora of Passwords · Command History · Configuring Router Identification · Configure Time and Date · Router Components · Review PowerPoint	· Discussion Board Post · Lab 2 · Quiz 2 · Paper Topic	9/27at 11:59PM
5 IP Addressing Router Startup and configuration	· Read Chapter 4 · Chapter 6 sections · Router Startup · Router configurations · Methods for making changes · Review PowerPoint	· Discussion Board Post   · Lab 3 · Quiz 3	10/4at 11:59PM
6 Router Startup and Configuration	· Read Chapter 6 sections · IP on the Router · IP connectivity · Telnet · IP Host Names · Ping and Trace · IP route · Checking an Interface · Debug · CDP · Backup and Restore · Review PowerPoint	· Discussion Board Post	10/11 at 11:59PM
7 Routing Protocols	· Read Chapter 7 · Review PowerPoint	· Discussion Board Post · Lab 4 · Quiz 4 · Submit paper outline for comments	10/18 at 11:59PM
8 RIPv2	· Read Chapter 8 sections · Classful and Classless Routing Protocols · Routing Information Protocol version 2 · Review PowerPoint	· Discussion Board Post · Lab 5 · Take Midterm	10/25 at 11:59PM
9 OSPF	· Read Chapter 8 sections · Open Shortest Path First · OSPF Authentication · Controlling Route Traffic · Review PowerPoint	· Discussion Board Post · Lab 6 · Quiz 5	11/1 at 11:59PM
10 EIGRP	· Read Chapter 8 sections · Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol · EIGRP Components · EIGRP Configuration · Review PowerPoint	· Discussion Board Post · Lab 7 · Quiz 6	11/8 at 11:59PM
11 Access Lists	· Read Chapter 10 sections · Access Lists Usage and Rules · Problems with Access List · Standard IP Access Lists · Extended IP Access Lists · Using Named Access Lists · Controlling VTY Line Access · Review PowerPoint	· Discussion Board Post · Quiz 7 · Lab 8	11/15 at 11:59PM
12 Basic Switching	· Read Chapter12 sections · Ethernet Operation · Broadcasts · Latency · Ethernet Errors · Fast Ethernet · Gigabit Ethernet · Half-Full Duplex Communications · A Review of LAN Segmentation · LAN Switching · Switch User Interface · Review PowerPoint	· Discussion Board · Quiz 8	11/22 at 11:59PM
13		· Paper	11/22 at 11:59PM
14 Advanced Switching	· Read Chapter 13 · Review PowerPoint	· Discussion Board Post · Lab 9 · Quiz 9	11/29 at 11:59PM
15 Switch Vulnerabilities	· Review PowerPoint	· Lab 10 · Quiz 10	12/7 at 11:59PM
16 Final Exam		· Final Exam	12/13 at 11:59PM

Descriptions of Assessments

The following is a brief overview of course activities and assessments. They are accessible through specific learning units under the Module button in this course. You can go to the learning units to find detailed descriptions about the activities and to submit your completed work. For more complete information on each of these, please see more detailed descriptions in each module.

Reading

Description: There will be weekly readings from the text and from online primary sources. All reading, unless otherwise specified, is required.

Grading/Points Possible:The Chapter readings will not be assessed directly in this course, and you will not receive any grade for text reading.

Discussion Forums

Description: This assignment offers and requires the student to think creatively on what they have learned from the text and primary resources. The purpose of the activity is to encourage the creative thinking, some research, material reflection, and peer-to-peer interactions in the class.

Grading/Points Possible: There are 15 discussion forums each worth 10 points. Ten(10) discussions totaling 100 points will be counted toward the final course grade. Each time you participate in one of the discussion questions you will receive 10 points towards a 100 point total. Even thought there are 15 questions only 100 points can be accumulated. This simulates a classroom environment where you can sometimes choose not to answer a question and still get 100 for the forum at the end of the semester. The caveat is that once the due date has passed you cannot leave a comment and get credit for participation so as the semester progresses there are fewer changes to gain points.

Labs

Description: These assignments offer and require the student to demonstrate their ability to understand the course material in a hands-on manner. The Labs will use the Cisco Packet Tracer network simulator software. The student will configure Cisco routers and switches with the material learned from the modules. The Labs are meant to reinforce the concepts in the reading material and show the student a practical application of the material.

Grading/Points Possible:There are 10 Labs worth 20 points each for a total of 200 points towards the final course grade.

Paper Grading and Elements in the Body of the Paper

Description: This assignment requires that the student write a 2000-2500 word paper describing one of the following TCP/IP routing protocols, RIPv2, OSPF or EIGRP. The paper will include the following:

The paper must have a distinct and well written Introduction, Supporting Body and Conclusion. In the body you MUST include the following (These are considered the Elements of your subject and appear in the Body of your work. Modern Day Usage being the exception it should appear in the conclusion.)

In the Body of your Paper

· The history of the protocol chosen

· Site at least two advantages and two disadvantages , of your chosen routing protocol subject

· Site at least two of the most common programmable parameters of the protocol, and how they affect traffic flow

· Discuss the major differences between the routing protocol chosen and all others that were not chosen

In the Conclusion of your Paper

· Discuss how your chosen protocol can be used in a modern day routed network environment. (seen in Conclusion)

Grading/Points Possible: Review the evaluation guidelines below carefully when preparing the paper. A Perfect paper is worth 200 points.

Criteria	Novice	Competent	Proficient	Presenting the Subject in a Totally Professional Manner
Grammer, Spelling and Puncuation 30 points	0 to 6 points	7 to 16 points	17 to 25 points	26 to 30 points
	Paper has 15 or more grammatical errors or misspellings and is punctuated poorly.	Paper has more than 10 grammatical errors or misspellings and punctuation errors.	Paper has more than 5 grammatical errors or misspellings and few punctuation errors.	Paper has less than 5 grammatical errors or misspellings and is punctuated well.
Subject Knowledge 100 points	0 to 20 points	21 to 40 points	41 to 75 points	76 to 100 points
	Paper does not have grasp of information; There are serious flaws in the information presented. Paper must have proper word count.	There are some flaws in the information presented. Paper must have proper word count.	There are no serious flaws in the information presented, but some minor mistakes. Paper must have proper word count.	Paper demonstrates full mastery of the subject. There are no serious flaws in the information presented, and no minor mistakes either. Paper must have proper word count.
Required Sections 30 points	0 to 6 points	7 to 16 points	17 to 25 points	26 to 30 points
	Paper has 1 required section or the sections can not be understood well enough to satisfy requirements. Paper must have proper word count.	Paper has 1 to 2 required sections and/or the sections can not be understood well enough to satisfy requirements. Paper must have proper word count.	Paper has 2 to 4 required sections and/or the sections can not be understood well enough to satisfy requirements. Paper must have proper word count.	Paper has all required sections defined well. Paper must have proper word count.
Bibliography 10 points	0 to 0 points	1 to 4 points	5 to 9 points	10 to 10 points
	No Bibliography Section	Bibliography section not formatted correctly or with only one source.	Bibliography section not formatted correctly or with two sources.	Paper has several sources in the Bibliography and is formatted correctly.
Title Page 10 points	0 to 0 points	1 to 4 points	5 to 9 points	10 to 10 points
	No Title Page	Missing most information on Title Page	Missing some information on Title Page.	Title Page contains, Title, Author, Date, Class and Professor's Name.
Professional Apprentice 20 points	0 to 3 points	4 to 10 points	11 to 19 points	20 to 20 points
	Paper not formatted well or inconsistent. May or may not have all of the required sections.	Paper does not include most of the elements. Paper must have proper word count.	Paper has most of the sections, elements and is formatted well. Paper must have proper word count.	Paper is formatted well and has all sections, elements and a Professional appearance. Paper must have proper word count.

Paper Sections:

Description: Your Paper MUSTcontain the following sections.

* Title Page

- Title of Paper

- Author

- Class

- Professor

* Introduction

* Body

- Support Introduction

- Elements (see above)

- History

- Advantages/Dis-advantages

- Two Programmable Parameters

- How do they effect traffic flow

- Compared your chosen Protocol to all Routing Protocols we have studied

* Conclusion

- Your Opinion of selected Routing Protocol

- A Summary

- Modern Day Usage

Quizzes

Description: The quizzes will cover material from the reading assignments and laboratory activities. The majority of the quizzes are short-answer format. Some quizzes also contain matching, true-false, and multiple choice questions. Each quiz contains 20 questions and you have 30 minutes to complete it. The quizzes are "Forced Completion" which means that you must complete the quiz the first time it is launched. You cannot exit the quiz and continue working on it at a later date. A helpful guide for studying for the quizzes is to complete the "Chapter Questions" at the end of each chapter in your textbook. Listed below are the quizzes and the corresponding module(s) that the quiz material will cover:

Quiz	Module	Chapters
1	3	Chapters 1 and 2 Chapter 5 sections Benefits of Routing Connecting via Terminal Programs System Configuration Dialog User Interface Configuration Modes
2	4	Chapter 3 Chapter 5 Router Startup CiscoIOS Plethora of Passwords Command History Configuring Router Identification Configure Time and Date Router Components
3	5	Chapter 4 Chapter 6 sections Router Startup Router configurations Methods for making changes
4	7	Chapter 6 sections IP on the Router IP connectivity Telnet IP Host Names Ping and Trace IP route Checking an Interface Debug CDP Backup and Restore Chapter 7
5	9	Chapters 8 sections Classful and Classless Routing Protocols Routing Information Protocol version 2 Open shortest Path First OSPF Concepts OSPF Operation Single Area configuration OSPF Authorization Controlling Route Traffic
6	10	Chapters 8 sections Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol EIGRP Components EIGRP Configuration
7	11	Chapters 10 Access Lists Usage and Rules Problems with Access List Standard IP Access Lists Extended IP Access Lists Using Named Lists Controlling VTY Line Access
8	12	Chapters 12 sections Ethernet Operation Broadcasts Latency Ethernet Errors Fast Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet Half-Full Duplex Communications A Review of LAN Segmentation LAN Switching Switch User Interface
9	13	Chapter 13
10	14	Module 14 PowerPoint

Grading/Points Possible: There are 10 Quizzes worth 20 points each for a total of 200 points towards the final course grade.

Midterm Exam

Description: There will be one Midterm Exam taken during Module 8. This exam will consist of 45 questions with a mixture of multiple choice and true or false questions based on the reading material, former labs and quizzes.

Grading/Points Possible: The Exam is worth 150 points towards the final course grade.

Final Exam

Description: There will be one Final Exam taken during Module 15. This exam will consist of 50 questions with a mixture of multiple choices and true or false question based on the reading material, former labs and quizzes.

Grading/Points Possible: The Exam is worth 150 points towards the final course grade.

Academic Support

Smarthinking, provides free online tutoring 24 hours a day in select courses. You may find the link to Smarthinking on the Tools menu in your course.

Other support services can be located at http://bit.ly/SUSupport.

Honor Pledge

Stevenson University’s honor pledge, which is stated below, must be written out at the end of all essays before submitting online and at the end of all exams after the last answer is completedas follows:

I pledge on my honor that I have neither given nor received unauthorized assistance on this assignment/exam.

Unauthorized assistance includes plagiarizing, reusing work from another course (multiple submissions), and any other violation defined under the Stevenson University Academic Misconduct Policy.

Online Course Netiquette

The online etiquette is the same as it is in the classroom, that is, always show respect for your classmates even if you need to strongly disagree with them when evaluating and critique their point of view. We argue ideas in a civil and respectful manner in order to arrive at the truth and grow intellectually, but nothing good is gained in demeaning a person. Therefore, in all communication, let us remember to.

· Show respect for your classmates even if you need to strongly disagree with them when evaluating and critiquing their point of view.

· Argue ideas in a civil and respectful manner in order to arrive at the truth and grow intellectually.

· Critique the ideas of your classmates in a respectful and constructive manner, always respecting the person.

· Be professional.

· Always use standard written English and not text message or chat style abbreviations.

· Respect the privacy of your classmates by not sharing their written postings outside the class.

Time Commitment & Class Participation

I cannot emphasize enough the need for time management and personal discipline when it comes to online courses. A copy of the schedule, readings and other assignments should be in view during some portion of the student’s daily routine. Posting them on a refrigerator or wall may be a good idea. Forgetting to submit them on time is not an acceptable excuse.

Students are responsible for communication with their instructor. There should be no delay in asking questions, expressing concern about the clarity of concepts or requesting feedback on assignments.

Students are responsible for all material in the reading assignments unless otherwise noted by the instructor.

The student should be aware that an online class requires roughly the same amount of time a student would spend in a traditional classroom setting. The very nature of distance instruction makes consistent participation even more prominent. Be realistic and plan to spend about 4 clock hours per week for every credit hour you take. You are expected to complete all the learning activities and maintain active presence in the class. To accomplish this you should:

· log on course web site regularly throughout the week

· complete and submit assignments on time

· manage time carefully and insert blocks of time into your weekly schedule to work on this course

· ask for help whenever necessary

· read what your peers have written and post your comments

· communicate with the instructor or peers through e-mail

Syllabus Updates

Note that the syllabus may need to be adapted to class needs. Therefore, occasionally, changes in the schedule of the course or a specific assignment may occur and are announced by email and with an entry in the course announcement area on Blackboard. It is your responsibility to MAKE SURE YOU MONITOR YOUR STEVENSON.EDU MAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. You will be responsible for this information.

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