SCHOOL OF COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY

COMP 1176 Introduction to Networks

Credit Hours:
Prerequisites:
Effective
Date:

Contact
Hours:

56

Plar Eligible: [ ] Yes [ ] No

Corequisit
es:

None

None

Sebtember 2015

Instructor/s

Email

Phone 416-415-5000 / Room

Stephan Caneff

scaneff@georgebrown.ca

EX.6748 (C430)

Karim Allidina

kallidina@georgebrown.ca

EX.

(C430)

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COURSE NAME: INTRODUCTION TO NETWORKS

COURSE CODE: COMP 1176

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COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Introduction to Networks teaches fundamental networking concepts using a layered model. The
course introduces the student to components, structure, addressing and protocols used in
modern Local area networks. By the end of the course, students will be able to build simple
LANs, perform very basic configurations of routers and switches, implement IP addressing
schemes and use protocol analyzers software.
After completing the first two CCNA Routing and Switching courses, in semesters 1 and 2,
students will be prepared to take the CCENT industry certification exam at an independent
testing center. The CCENT certification enables students to pursue more specialized Cisco skills
such as CCNA Security, CCNA Wireless, etc. Completion of the next two courses in the CCNA
Routing and Switching series, in the next two semesters (all four CCNA R&S courses) prepares
students for the CCNA Routing and Switching industry certification exam. A full CCNA Routing
and Switching certification qualifies students for entry level ICT jobs as well as for pursuing
more advanced ICT skills.
ESSENTIAL EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS:
As mandated by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities essential employability skills
(EES) will be addressed throughout all programs of study. Students will have the opportunity to learn
(L) specific skills, to practice (P) these skills, and/or be evaluated (E) on the EES outcomes in a
variety of courses. The EES include communication, numeracy, critical thinking & problem solving,
information management, interpersonal and personal skills. The faculty for this course has indicated
which of the EES are either Learned (L), Practiced (P) or Evaluated (E) in this course:
Skill
1. communicate clearly,
concisely and correctly in the
written, spoken and visual
form that fulfills the purpose
and meets the needs of the
audience
2. respond to written, spoken or
visual messages in a manner
that ensures effective
communication
3. execute mathematical
operations accurately

P E
7.

X X X

5. use a variety of thinking skills

to anticipate and solve
problems
6. analyze, evaluate, and apply
relevant information from a
variety of sources

X X X
X X X

show respect for the diverse

opinions, values, belief
systems, and contributions of
others
9. interact with others in groups
or teams in ways that
contribute to effective
working relationships and the
achievement of goals
10. manage the use of time and
other resources to complete
projects
11. take responsibility for ones
own actions, decisions and
consequences

8.
X X X

X X X
4. apply a systematic approach
to solve problems

Skill
locate, select, organize and
document information using
appropriate technology and
information sources

X X X

COURSE NAME: INTRODUCTION TO NETWORKS

COURSE CODE: COMP 1176

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COURSE OUTCOMES:
Upon completion of this course the students will have reliably demonstrated the ability to:
1. Describe the devices and services used to support communications in data networks
and the Internet
2. Describe the role of protocol layers in data networks
3. Describe the importance of addressing and naming schemes at various layers of data
networks in IPv4 and IPv6 environments
4. Design, calculate, and apply subnet masks and addresses to fulfill given requirements in
IPv4 and IPv6 network
5. Build a simple Ethernet network using routers and switches
6. Use Cisco command-line interface (CLI) commands to perform basic router and switch
configurations
7. Use protocol analyzer software to monitor and examine IP traffic
8. Troubleshoot small Ethernet LANs
DELIVERY METHODS / LEARNING ACTIVITIES:
The course emphasizes critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration, and the practical
application of basic networking skills. Multimedia learning tools are used including videos,
games, and quizzes as well as Hands-on labs and CiscoPacket Tracer simulation-based
learning activities. Embedded assessments provide immediate feedback to support the
evaluation of knowledge and acquired skills.
LIST OF TEXTBOOKS AND OTHER TEACHING AIDS:
Required: Cisco CCNA R&S - Introduction to Networks Lab manual provided by the College. All
other text materials are available online at the Cisco Networking Academy (Netspace Web site),
at no cost.
Optional: Cisco CCNA Routing and Switching 200-120 Official Cert Guide Library, Academic
Edition ISBN-13: 978-1-58714-487-5
TESTING POLICY:
A score of zero will be recorded for a missed assessment or examination unless the student
presents the professor with official substantiation of the absence the first day the student returns
to class.
ASSIGNMENT POLICY:
COURSE NAME: INTRODUCTION TO NETWORKS
COURSE CODE: COMP 1176

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Completion of all Chapter online assessments is mandatory. Students must also complete a
minimum of 10 (ten) lab assignments and the lab manual must be signed by the lab instructor
on the day that the lab is due, prior to attempting the practical exam. No lab manuals will be
checked or signed after the last lab class. Students must also receive a grade of 50% or higher
on the Practical exam in order to pass the course.

EVALUATION SYSTEM:
Assessment Description:
Tool:
Assessment
Modules
Labs /
Participation
Exam
Exam

Outcome(s)
assessed:

Online Completion of 11 1,2,3,4,5,6

chapter exams
10 labs min.
4, 5, 6
/Participation
Practical, skills based 6
Final online
1,2,3,4,5,6

EES
Date
assessed: Week:

/%
of
Final
Grade:
1 to 14
15%

2,3,4,5,6,
10,11
1,5,6,7,9,11 1 to 14 20%+10%
1,5,6,7,9,11
2,3,4,5,6,
10,11

14
15

35%
20%

TOTAL

100%

GRADING SYSTEM the passing grade for this course is: _D (50%)

A+ 90-100
4.0
A 86-89
4.0
A- 80-85
3.7

B+ 77-79
3.3
B
73-76
3.0
B- 70-72
2.7

GEORGE BROWN COLLEGE

C+ 67-69 2.3 D+ 57-59
1.3
C
63-66 2.0 D
50-56
1.0
C- 60-62 1.7

Below 50

F 0.0

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evaluated material will be a grade of zero on that material.
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COURSE NAME: INTRODUCTION TO NETWORKS

COURSE CODE: COMP 1176

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TOPICAL OUTLINE

Wee
k

Topic / Task

Outcome(
s)

Content / Activities

Resources

Course Introduction. Lab

environment introduction.

Chapter 1: Explore the Network

Assessment # 1

On line
activity

Chapter 2: Configure a Network

Operating System

Assessment # 2

On line
activity

Chapter 3: Network Protocols

and Communications

Assessment # 3

On line
activity

Chapter 4: Network Access

1-3

Assessment # 4

On line
activity

Chapter 5: Ethernet

Assessment # 5

On line
activity

Chapter 6: Network Layer

2-3

Assessment # 6;

On line
activity

INTERSESSION

WEEK

Chapter 7: IP Addressing

2-3

Assessment # 7

On line
activity

10

Chapter 8: Subnetting IP
Networks

Assessment # 8

On line
activity

11

Chapter 9: Transport layer

Assessment # 9

On line
activity

12

Chapter 10: Application Layer

1-3

Assessment # 10

On line
activity

13

Chapter 11: Build a Small

Network

1-5

Assessment # 11

On line
activity

14

Practical (Lab)exam

Practical (Lab)exam

15

Theory exam

1-5

Theory(online) exam

Chapter 1 to
11

Please note: this schedule may change as resources and circumstances require.
For information on withdrawing from this course without academic penalty, please
refer to the College Academic Calendar:
http://www.georgebrown.ca/Admin/Registr/PSCal.aspx

COURSE NAME: INTRODUCTION TO NETWORKS

COURSE CODE: COMP 1176

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