SYLLABUS

NET 125 Networking Basics Sections 1001, 1002 and 1003

Fall 2010

Faculty Information:

Instructor: Doug Jarboe

Office Location: ATC 113C
Office Hours: 2:00 - 2:50 M - F
Phone: 910-678-7346
Email: jarboed@faytechcc.edu

Class Times and Locations: ATC 122

section 1001: M - F 8:00 – 9:50 A.M.
section 1002: M – F 10:00 – 11:50 A.M.
section 1003: M - F 12:00 – 1:50 P.M.

Course Description:
This course introduces the networking field. Emphasis is placed on network
terminology and protocols, local-area networks, wide-area networks, OSI model,
cabling, router programming, Ethernet, IP addressing, and network standards.
Upon completion, students should be able to perform tasks related to networking
mathematics, terminology, and models, media, Ethernet, subnetting, and TCP/IP
Protocols.

Prerequisites: none
Co-requisites: none

Required Textbooks:
Network Fundamentals CCNA Exploration Companion Guide
ISBN 13: 9781587132087
Network Fundamentals CCNA Exploration Labs and Study Guide
ISBN 13: 978-1-58713-203-2
CCNA Portable Command Guide
ISBN-13: 978-1-58720-193-6
Networker's Journal, A
ISBN: 1587131587

Other required materials/software: none

Program/Course Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to perform these tasks:
1. Use layered models to explain data networks
2. Explain the role of protocols in data network communications
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 3. Describe protocols and services provided by the application, network, data
and physical layers of the OSI model
4. Design, calculate and apply IP addresses and subnet masks to fulfill
network requirements
5. Explain fundamental Ethernet concepts, media services, and operation
6. Build a simple Ethernet network using routers and switches

FTCC Grading Scale:

FTCC grades are based on a 4.0 grading system. Each grade is assigned a
“grade-point equivalent” in quality points for each term credit hour scheduled.
Numerical Grade
93 – 100 A – Excellent
85 – 92 B – Good
77 – 84 C – Average
70 – 76 D – Below Average
0 – 69 F – Failure

The complete grading scale description may be found in the Academic Life
section of the College Catalog or on the FTCC website at: Student handbook. (pg
9)

Course Requirements/Methods of Evaluation:

ITEM PERCENT COMMENTS

1. Case Study and Espire Game 10% Lab data and course details
2. Online Chapter Exams 10% Netacad Assessment Server
3. Online Final Exam 25% Netacad Assessment Server
4. Skill-Based Assessment 25% Rubric distributed prior to the
exam
5. Packet Tracer Challenges 15% Curriculum Server
6. Subnet Workbook 15% Handout

To be eligible for Net 126, you must achieve the following:

1. complete Cisco’s online final exam

2. complete the skills-based assessment
3. complete Cisco’s course evaluation survey
4. a composite score of 70 or greater from the six evaluation items
listed above.

If you do not meet the minimum items above, you will not be eligible to enroll in
Net 126. Your FTCC grade will be based on the weighted scores received in the
six evaluation items listed above.
Instructor reserves the right to modify the syllabus, assignments and due dates at any time with
written notice to the students.

Student Attendance Policy:

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Each student is expected to attend class regularly - - at least 80 percent of all
scheduled contact hours. If absences exceed 20 percent, the faculty member
may drop the student from the course at any point during the term. More
information on attendance may be found at Student handbook. (pg 12)

Student Code of Conduct:

Students are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with generally
accepted standards of scholarship and conduct. The purpose of this code is not
to restrict student rights but to protect the rights of individuals in their academic
pursuits. Students should review the Student Code of Conduct in the “Student
Rights” section of the FTCC Catalog at the Fayetteville Technical Community
College website: Student handbook. (pg 17)

Academic Dishonesty
Students should review the Student Code of Conduct in the “Student Rights”
section of the Student handbook. (pg 17)

Any problems should first be discussed with the instructor. If a resolution is not
found, the next contact should be made to the Division Chair for Computer
Technologies.
Name: Roseann Thomas
Telephone: 910-678-8323/8347
Email address: thomasr@faytechcc.edu

Americans With Disabilities Act:

Students with disabilities who believe that they may need accommodations in this
class are encouraged to contact the Office of Special Populations, located in
Room 143 of the Student Center, as soon as possible to better ensure that such
accommodations are implemented in a timely fashion. You may also contact
Dorothy Ray, Special Populations Coordinator, at (910) 678-8479 or through
email at rayd@faytechcc.edu
More information may be found in the Student handbook. (pg 37)

Nondiscrimination Statement:
Fayetteville Technical Community College does not practice nor condone
discrimination in any form against students, employees, or applicants on the
grounds of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age disability or political
affiliation. Fayetteville Technical Community College commits itself to positive
action to secure equal opportunity regardless of those characteristics. View the
full Nondiscrimination Statement at Student handbook. (pg 37)

Make-up Policies:
Make-ups are not accepted except in extreme circumstances, e.g. death or
hospitalization in the immediate family.

Safety and Security

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The college is very concerned about protecting its students, employees, and
visitors at all campus locations. Students can help the college protect everyone
by reporting immediately any threats received or heard to their instructors,
security, or any college staff member. The college always takes steps to protect
students who have reason to believe that they are in any type of danger. Also,
students should remember to keep their belongings in secure places and to
report any suspicious activities to college officials.

“TOGETHER, WE CAN HELP OUR CAMPUS TO BE A SAFER PLACE.”

Security – Main Campus: 678-8433

Cell (After 5 PM and weekends): 624-5959
Beeper (After 5 PM and weekends): 825-6924
Or use the emergency call boxes located around campus

Division/Department/Program Chair Information:

Name: Ms. Roseann Thomas
Telephone: 910-678-8437
Email address: thomasr@faytechcc.edu

This syllabus may be changed due to extenuating circumstances. Please refer to the
FTCC website (www.faytechcc.edu) and/or your FTCC Student E-mail Address for
additional information.

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