ClassInfo

NET 463 Computer Networks and Data Systems

Dale Buchholz

Office: CDM 617
Winter 2023-2024
Class number: 22668
Section number: 810
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OLASY NCH00 Online Campus
Course homepage: https://d2l.depaul.edu

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Summary

This class is a comprehensive study of network interconnection technologies emphasizing layer 3 routing. TCP/IP protocols will be studied, including IPv4 and IPv6 address management, router operations and management.  Static routing and dynamic routing will be covered.  RIP, EIGRP, OSPF and BGP routing protocols will be studied and configured.  



Texts

There are 3 online content sources for Readings in this course:

  • SRWE = Switching, Routing and Wireless Essentials course on https://netacad.com
  • ENSA = Enterprise Networking, Security and Automation course on https://netacad.com
  • CCEC = CCNP and CCIE Enterprise Core ENCOR 350-401 Exam Cram, Donald Bacha, April 2022.   This e-book is available free through DePaul Library.


Grading

3 Homework Assignments (50 points each; 150 points total)

5 Lab Exercises (50 points each; 250 points total)

Mid-Term and Final Exams (100 points each; 200 points total)

Total available is 600 points

Final grades will be calculated as follows: in each category, all points earned will be divided by possible points and then multiplied by the contribution percentages shown above to yield a total Course Score between 0% and 100%.  Letter grades will then be assigned as:

A = 93% - 100%

B+ = 87%-89%

C+ = 77% - 79%

 

D = 60% - 69%

A- = 90% - 92%

B = 83% - 86%

C = 73% - 76%

 

F = below 60%

 

B- = 80% - 82%

C- = 70% - 72%

 

 



Prerequisites

NET 413



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