IT 263 Applied Networks and Security
Summary
In this course, students will utilize the scientific method to explore packet-switched network and security technologies that support all Internet communications. Utilizing software-based network simulators and packet data captured from operational networks, students will explore packet flows while testing hypotheses about Internet Protocol (IP) data services and behaviors. Network topics will include client/server, network connectivity, operations of intermediate network connection devices such as IP routers, firewalls and Ethernet switches, basic IP addressing, subnetting and network address translation. Security topics will include typical threats and responses, firewalls, host hardening, password management and virtual private networks (VPNs).
This is a classroom-based section of the Applied Networks and Security course. We will use classroom presentations and discussions in conjunction with online resources and virtual cloud computing networking services for specific lab exercises.
Required coursework components and their contribution to the final grade will be:
a) Up to 5 discussion contributions (15%)
b) NetAcad Quiz Results (20%)
c) 4 (or more) homework/lab assignments (40%)
d) Final project prototyping, analysis report, and presentation (25%)
Further details on each assignment will be distributed in class.
All graded coursework components or assignments are due by 11:30 pm on the due date unless otherwise specified. No late or unreported assignment submissions will be accepted after final course grades are posted.
All assigned work must be completed individually. All students are expected to read and understand DePaul?s policy on Academic Integrity.
Texts
Introduction to Networks: Resources from Cisco Networking Academy - https://www.netacad.com
Grading
Letter grades will be assigned using the following grade scale based on the final course percentage:
A = 90%-100%
A- = 88%-90%
B+ = 86%-88%
B = 80%-86%
B- = 78%-80%
C+ = 76%-78%
C = 70%-76%
C- = 68%-70%
D+ = 66%-68%
D = 60%-66%
F = 0-60%
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this class.
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://cdm.depaul.edu/enrollment .
Students with Disabilities
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: csd@depaul.edu.
Lewis Center 1420, 25 East Jackson Blvd.
Phone number: (312)362-8002
Fax: (312)362-6544
TTY: (773)325.7296
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.
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.
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.
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 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