CSC3450 Local Area Networks Course

Instructor :     Frank Archambeault
Email:             Farchambeau@fsc.edu
Telephone:     978-665-3703
Office :           E-207
WWW:           falcon.fsc.edu/~farchambeau/

Lan Class Files

Text

Hands-On Microsoft Windows® Server  2003, 
ISBN: 0-619-18609-7© 2003
Michael J. Palmer, Thomson Course Technology

Networking BASICS, second edition,
ISBN: 0-619-05583-9 © 2003
Mark Ciampa, Thomson Course Technology

Course Prerequisites

CSC2560 Systems Programming

Course Description

This course examines local area network (LAN) technology and architecture both through general concepts and practical hands-on experience using Microsoft Windows® 2003Server. All networking fundamentals are presented based on the modular approach of the ISO standards. Topics covered include media, design, architectures, protocols, file servers, configuration, installation and management of server hardware and software, system monitoring, maintenance and troubleshooting. Due to its importance, the TCP/IP protocol will be stressed.

Attendance

Full attendance will be expected at all classes. You are responsible for all material covered in class.

Tests

Three one hour exams and at least five quizzes will be administered throughout the semester. There will be no makeups on quizzes for  any reason !  Makeup exams will be given only at the request of the student and only in properly documented emergencies, at the discretion of the instructor. There will be a comprehensive final at the end of the semester. All readings, assigned problems, and lab work must be completed by the assigned due date. Late work will not be accepted after the due date! All work is to be done individually unless otherwise specified. Cheating of any kind will not be tolerated and could lead to a failing grade.

Grading:

Exams/Quizzes     50%
Homework           25%
Final                     25%
Other                     ?% (attendance, participation, etc. )

Course Outline

1. LAN Configuration and Protocols
i. Media
        ii. Network Interface Card
        iii. Ethernet, Token Ring
iv. Bus, Ring, Star Topology
        v. NetBEUI, IPX, TCP/IP
2. Server Hardware planning
i. Compatibility
        ii. Bus Speed, CPU, Disk, Memory, NIC
3. Network Protocol Planning
i. NDIS, ODI
ii.TCP/IP, NWLink, NetBEUI, DLC, AppleTalk
4. Active Directory & Security Planning
i. Definition & Contents
        ii. Guidelines/Security
        iii. Group Policies
5. Server Installation
i. Hardware Requirements
       ii. Partitions & Installation Options
iii.Installation & Testing
 6. Server Configuration
i. Control Panel
       ii. Server Environment
       iii. Devices & Resources
7. Storage, Backup & Performance
i. Disk Performance & Repair
       ii. Backups & Restores
       iii. Performance Tuning
iv. Fault Tolerance
8.  Accounts & Client Connectivity
i. Creation & Management
       ii. Remote Installation Services
       iii. Client Operating Systems
9. Groups, Folders, Files & Object Security
i. Server Resources and Security
       ii. Objects and Security
       iii. Moving Files/ Folders
10.Dfs, Disk Quotas
i. Distributed File System
        ii. Shares
        iii. Disk Quotas
iv. Application Installations
        v. Registry & Licence Management
11. Printer Installation & Management
12. Server Monitoring and Optimization
i. Benchmarks and System Monitor
        ii. Logs and Alerts
13. Network Monitoring and Tuning
i. Network Monitor
        ii. SNMP
14. Troubleshooting
i. Strategy
        ii. Event Viewer
        iii. Configuration Problems
iv. Printer, Security, Access, Boot Problems

Note: If you require any special arrangements be made due to any type of documented learning disability, please see the instructor as soon as possible to discuss your needs.