District Syllabus
CET1020C
Introduction to Networks


Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 4
Laboratory Fee: $25
Prerequisites: CGS1061C Introduction to Computers in Technology
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Comments:
Catalog Description:
As the first course of two in the Cisco CCENT curriculum, the 
student will learn about the architecture, structure, functions, 
components, and modules of the Internet and other computer networks. 
The principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals 
of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations are introduced to 
provide a foundation for the curriculum.
Required Materials: Books:
  • Cisco Press. CCNA Portable Command Guide, 1st ed., Cisco Press, 2014. ISBN: 9781587204302
  • Cisco Press. Introduction to Network Course Booklet, 2013 ed., Cisco Press, 2013. ISBN: 978158713311
  • Cisco Press. Introduction to Networks Companion Guide, 2013 ed., Pearson, 2013. ISBN: 9781587133169
  • Cisco Press. Introduction to Networks Lab Manual, 2013 ed., Cisco Press, 2013. ISBN: 9781587133121
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Special Requirements: None
Program Learning Outcomes:
Understand and describe the devices and services used to support 
communications in data networks and the Internet.

Understand and describe the role of protocol layers in data networks.

Understand and describe the importance of addressing and naming 
schemes at various layers of data networks in IPv4 and IPv6 
environments.

Design, calculate, and apply subnet masks and addresses to fulfill 
given requirements in IPv4 and IPv6 networks.

Explain fundamental Ethernet concepts such as media, services, and 
operations.

Build a simple Ethernet network using routers and switches.

Use Cisco command-line interface (CLI) commands to perform basic 
router and switch configurations.

Utilize common network utilities to verify small network operations 
and analyze data traffic.
Course Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the course, students will be able to build simple 
LANs, perform basic configurations for routers and switches, and 
implement IP addressing schemes.
Methods of Evaluation:
Evaluation of student progress towards achieving the stated learning 
outcomes and performance objectives is the responsibility of the 
instructor, within the policies of the college and the department.  
Detailed explanations are included in the expanded Syllabus 
developed by the instructor for each section being taught.
Flexibility: It is the intention of the instructor to accomplish the objectives specified in the course syllabus. However, circumstances may arise which prohibit the fulfilling of this endeavor. Therefore, this syllabus is subject to change. When possible, students will be notified of any change in advance of its occurrence.

Student Email Accounts: Pensacola State College provides an institutional email account to all credit students. Pirate Mail is the official method of communication, and students must use Pirate Mail when communicating with the College. In cases where companion software is used for a particular class, emails may be exchanged between instructor and student using the companion software.

Note: For students with a disability that falls under the Americans with Disability Act or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, it is the responsibility of the student to notify Student Resource Center for ADA Services to discuss any special needs or equipment necessary to accomplish the requirements for this course. Upon completion of registration with the Student Resource Center for ADA Services office, specific arrangements can be discussed with the instructor.

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