SYLLABUS IN ELC724321 ELC724321 Course Number: Maintain Computer System and Networks Course Title: Three (3) Credit Hours Course Credit: ELC724318 – Install Computer System and Networks Prerequisites: Placement in Curriculum: TECHVOC - Computer Hardware Servicing NC II Lornilo S. Alimpuangon Instructor:
Semester, Academic Year:
2nd Semester, 2010-2011
This course introduces the students the key concepts of data communications networking fundamentals including key acronyms, protocols, and components Course Description: that are essential to understanding how network operate. They could able to administer in connecting computers together to form server-based networks. They will be equipped with adequate knowledge and skills in managing computer networking which currently are in the core of operations of most establishments and enterprises.
They will be equipped equipped to become become future computer professionals with knowledge knowledge and and skills in data communication and will be able to to manage manage computer computer Overall Objective: networks which currently are in the core of operations of most establishments and enterprises.
Course Objectives: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Course
By the end of the semester, the students will be able to:
Understand the basic principles of networking. Adhere to standards requirements in building LAN. Distinguish the network building blocks. Understand the uses and different functionality of network o perating system. Plan, prepare, install and configure a server-based network. Apply preventative network troubleshooting and maintenance. Facilitate and administer networks. Design:
Specific Objectives
To understand the nature of
Topics/Conte nts
1. Principles of Data Communication
Methods/Str ategies
Teacher’s elicitation on topic
Materials
Whiteboard,
Evaluation
Contest type scored
Time Frame
3 Hours Page 1
telecommunication and data communication and its standards.
1.1 Elements of Communications 1.2 Data Flow Directions 1.3 Data Communication Standards
presented followed by small group brainstorming.
Wyteboard marker,
activities, quiz, assignment
To understand the fundamentals of networking, network resources and its benefits
2. Introduction to Networking 2.1 Networking Fundamentals 2.2 Network Resources 2.3 Some of Servers that gives different services 2.4 Benefits of Networking
Internet research results to be presented by small group (3-5 members). Discussions with the students
Whiteboard, Wyteboard marker, PowerPoint, 1 Computer Unit
Written/oral quizzes, recitation, assignment
4.5 Hours
To acquire demonstration skills in installing network media and its configurations.
3. Network Media & Hardware 3.1 Network Media 3.2 Network Hardware/Equipment
Teacher’s elicitation on facts and demonstration skills being presented followed by individual hands-on re-demonstration
UTP Cables, Crimpers, cable tester, 2 pcs. RJ45, 1 Hub/Switch, 1 LAN card, 1 Computer Unit
Students’ demo quiz, recitation, quiz
6 Hours
To acquire knowledge and drawing skills on network setup or topology, network area, network structures and network hardware components.
4. Network Building Blocks 4.1 Network Advantages and Challenges 4.2 Network Classifications 4.3 Geographical Scope: PANs, NANs, MANs, and WANs 4.4 Organizational Structure: Client/Server and Peer-to-Peer 4.5 Physical Topologies
Teacher’s Lectures and Illustrations followed by discussions with the students
Whiteboard, Wyteboard marker, UTP Cables, Crimpers, cable tester, 2 pcs. RJ45, 1 Hub/Switch, 2 Computer Units
Drawings accomplished by students, quizzes, assignments
9 Hours
To acquire task management skills in installing, configuring and managing a server-based network and responding to unplanned network conditions.
5. Managing Client/Server Type Network 5.1 What is Network Operating system 5.2 Install Microsoft Windows Server(version 2003) 5.3 Configure Active Directory 5.4 Create user and group accounts
Teacher’s lectures and discussions followed by small group demonstration.
Instructional sheet, UTP Cables, crimpers, cable tester, RJ45s, MS Server 2003-(NOS)
Role Playing, hands-on demonstration done by student, written quiz, recitation
15 Hours
Individual hands-on activity on the skills being presented.
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To acquire knowledge on network backup and sharing network resources.
5.5 Setting security options 5.6 Disk Quota 5.7 Mapping Network Drives 5.8 Network Backup on a Server-Type network 5.9 Folder sharing and Printer sharing using server computer
To acquire knowledge in facilitating and administering a network, and how to respond to unplanned network conditions.
6. Administering Network 6.1 Managing Client/Server connection 6.2 Administering and managing an Internet Access 6.3 Preventative Network Maintenance 6.4 Downloading or Updating Maintenance tools and Utilities software.
installers, device drivers, CD-RW drives, hub/switch, 2 or 3 computer Units 1 Printer
Teacher’s lectures and discussions followed by small group demonstration. Teacher’s elicitation on the students’ accomplished Internet research/report
Whiteboard, Wyteboard marker, UTP Cables, crimpers, cable tester, RJ45s, MS Server 2003-(NOS) installers, device drivers, hub/switch, 2 or 3 computer Units 1 Printer, CD-RW drives
Demo quiz, Role Playing by small group of students
TOTAL NO. OF HOURS
16.5 Hours
54 Hours
Consultation Hours: The consultation schedule is based on the availability of the instructor during weekdays.
References: GRAVES, MICHAEL W. (2004).The Complete Guide to Networking and Network+. National BookStore MARCELO, ANTOINETTE (2008) Understanding PC Hardware. Jemma, Inc., Philippines PARSONS, JUNE LAMRICH (2007). Computer Concepts Sixth Edition. National BookStore PARSONS, JUNE JAMRICH AND OJA, DAN (2008). Computer Concepts Ninth Edition. National BookStore MEYERS, MICHAEL AND SCHWARZ, BRIAN. Network+ Certification Exam Guide. McGraw-Hill
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