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Introduction to Local Area Networks (LAN) - CIS 3700 Course Overview

This course provides an in-depth exploration of Local Area Networks (LANs), focusing on their components, design, and management. Students will learn how to configure networks, apply security measures, and administer network services. The curriculum includes hands-on lab work and theoretical discussions to enhance understanding of networking principles and protocols. Assessment consists of exams, projects, and quizzes to evaluate student progress. Required texts provide guidance on managing network environments effectively.

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Introduction to Local Area Networks (LAN) - CIS 3700 Course Overview

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  1. School of Business Eastern Illinois University CIS 3700 Local Area Networks Abdou Illia, Ph.D aillia@eiu.edu (Week 1, Monday 8/22/2006)

  2. Objectives • Course overview (syllabus) • Explain How classes will be organized

  3. Why a LAN course ? • LANs used in all kind of organizations • Need for employees trained: • to use Computer/Network Applications • to manage LAN

  4. Course objectives • Describe the principles of networking, including the major components and technical considerations • Design and apply security features to local area networks • Set up and administer network LAN print servers and file servers • Audit and Monitor network resources and events

  5. Course objectives • Evaluate network backup procedures • Configure a network using TCP/IP and other network protocols • Set up, evaluate, and administer web services on a local area network • Configure a network for remote access, including the use of tunneling protocols

  6. Required Text DiNicolo & McCann, MCSE Guide to Managing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment, Enhanced. Course Technology 2006 Palmer Michael and Sinclair Robert, Guide to designing and implementing Local and Wide-Area Networks, Course Technology, 2003 DiNicolo or W2003 Palmer & Sinclair

  7. Teaching Methods • Class presentation • Discussions • Hands-on • Summary questions

  8. Grading • 4 Exams: 100 points each 400 points (38%) • Written / Lab • Cover subjects learned during previous weeks • All Exam dates in syllabus • 1 Final Exam: 200 points 200 points (19%) • Written • Comprehensive • 9 Projects/Exercises: 50 points each 450 points (43%) • Hands-on in Lab • Most dates in syllabus • Quizzes: To be determined • Extra-Credit exercises

  9. 90-100% A 80-89% B 70-79% C 60-69% D Grade calculation Grades calculated by dividing amassed points by MAX

  10. Makeup • No makeup Exams • If absence excused, Grade calculated without missed exam • Excused Absence REQUIRES written verification • Student responsible to provide documentation

  11. Due dates • Responsible to make sure ass. turned on time • Late assignments not accepted • Assignments due at class beginning

  12. Website / E-mail address • http://www.eiu.edu/~a_illia/ • Syllabus • Class Notes • Assignments • Your E-mail address • Required to receive class-related notices • Send me an e-mail (aillia@eiu.edu) • Subject: CIS 3700 email list • Content: Your-First-NameYour-Last-Name

  13. Instructor Assistance • E-mail: aillia@eiu.edu • Phone: 581-6391 • Office Hours: • 10:00:-12:30 M and W • and by appointment

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