ClassInfo

IT 263 Applied Networks and Security

Spring 2012-2013
Class number: 35383
Section number: 601
TuTh 1:30PM - 3:00PM
CDM 00224 Loop Campus
Course homepage: http://d2l.depaul.edu

Summary

This course introduces the networking and security technologies required to build and maintain a small local area network based on wired/wireless and cloud technology. Networking topics will include client/server application software configuration, network connectivity (cabling, switch and router configuration), basic IP addressing, network address translation and options for public Internet access services. Security topics will include typical threats and responses, firewalls, host hardening, password management and virtual private clouds (VPCs) and networks (VPNs). The course has a lab component where students apply wired/wireless and cloud technologies to design and administer a small network with various applications.



Texts

The Internet Book: Everything You Need to Know About Computer Networking and How the Internet Works (4th Edition) (Paperback) by Douglas E Comer Publisher: Prentice Hall; 4 edition (August 29, 2006) ISBN-10: 0132335530 / ISBN-13: 978-0132335539
Text available in the bookstore and online either new or used, sometimes it is also available as a rental, and possibly as a limited duration electronic edition.


Grading

Required coursework components and their contribution to the final grade will be: a) homework assignments (20%), b) writing/lab reports/assignments (30%), c) midterm exam (15%), d) final exam and/or project/presentation (20%), and e) attendance and participation (15%). These components/contributions may be revised during the course of the quarter; any changes will be discussed in the class.


Prerequisites

None


Schedule of Topics and Readings (Preliminary; Subject to Change)

Week 1
Course Introduction, Networking and Internet Basics (Ch. 1-11), and the Cloud
Week 2
Ethernet and Wi-Fi, Packet Sniffing
Week 3
IP addressing, DHCP (Ch. 12-17, 23-24)
Week 4
Network switching and routing (Ch. 20)
Week 5
WANs, NAT, and DNS (Ch. 18-19)
Week 6
Midterm review and exam
Week 7
Network Security Services: Confidentiality, Integrity, Authentication, Access Control. (Ch. 31, 33)
Week 8
Host-based and Network-based Firewalls (Ch. 32)
Week 9
VPNs and Internet Applications (Ch. 21)
Week 10
VoIP and Multimedia applications (Ch. 28)


School policies:

Changes to Syllabus

This syllabus is subject to change as necessary during the quarter. If a change occurs, it will be thoroughly addressed during class, posted under Announcements in D2L and sent via email.

Online Course Evaluations

Evaluations are a way for students to provide valuable feedback regarding their instructor and the course. Detailed feedback will enable the instructor to continuously tailor teaching methods and course content to meet the learning goals of the course and the academic needs of the students. They are a requirement of the course and are key to continue to provide you with the highest quality of teaching. The evaluations are anonymous; the instructor and administration do not track who entered what responses. A program is used to check if the student completed the evaluations, but the evaluation is completely separate from the student’s identity. Since 100% participation is our goal, students are sent periodic reminders over three weeks. Students do not receive reminders once they complete the evaluation. Students complete the evaluation online in CampusConnect.

Academic Integrity and Plagiarism

This course will be subject to the university's academic integrity policy. More information can be found at http://academicintegrity.depaul.edu/ If you have any questions be sure to consult with your professor.

All students are expected to abide by the University's Academic Integrity Policy which prohibits cheating and other misconduct in student coursework. Publicly sharing or posting online any prior or current materials from this course (including exam questions or answers), is considered to be providing unauthorized assistance prohibited by the policy. Both students who share/post and students who access or use such materials are considered to be cheating under the Policy and will be subject to sanctions for violations of Academic Integrity.

Academic Policies

All students are required to manage their class schedules each term in accordance with the deadlines for enrolling and withdrawing as indicated in the University Academic Calendar. Information on enrollment, withdrawal, grading and incompletes can be found at http://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Current%20Students/Pages/PoliciesandProcedures.aspx.

Students with Disabilities

Students who feel they may need an accommodation based on the impact of a disability should contact the instructor privately to discuss their specific needs. All discussions will remain confidential.
To ensure that you receive the most appropriate accommodation based on your needs, contact the instructor as early as possible in the quarter (preferably within the first week of class), and make sure that you have contacted the Center for Students with Disabilities (CSD) at:
Lewis Center 1420, 25 East Jackson Blvd.
Phone number: (312)362-8002
Fax: (312)362-6544
TTY: (773)325.7296