Faculty Syllabus
ITNW-1325 Fundamentals of Networking Technologies
James Webb
Credit Spring 2026
Section(s)
ITNW-1325-006 (17354)
LEC MW 9:00am - 10:20am RRC RRC2 2207.00
LAB MW 10:20am - 10:45am RRC RRC2 2207.00
Course Requirements
Course Description: Instruction in networking technologies and their implementation. Topics include the OSI reference model, network protocols, transmission media, and networking hardware and software.
Pre-requisite: COSC 1301 or department approval.
Course Rationale: To introduce students to a broad range of network-related topics including: protocols, transmission media, architecture, hardware and operating systems. In addition, students will study elements of network maintenance, security, and troubleshooting.
Course Subjects
Course Subjects
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Week |
Week Starting |
Chapters |
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1 |
Jan 19 Jan 21 |
Labor Day Module 1 Introduction to Networking |
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2 |
Jan 26 |
MODULE 2 Network Infrastructure and Documentation |
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3 |
Feb 2 |
MODULE 3 Addressing on Networks |
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4 |
Feb 9 |
MODULE 4 Protocols |
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5 |
Feb 16 |
MODULE 4 Protocols Exam1 |
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6 |
Feb 23 |
MODULE 5 Network Cabling |
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7 |
Mar 2 |
MODULE 6 Wireless Networking |
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8 |
Mar 9 |
MODULE 7 Network Architecture |
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Mar 16-20 |
Spring Break |
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9 |
Mar 23 |
MODULE 8 Segmentation |
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10 |
Mar 30 |
MODULE 8 Segmentation Exam 2 |
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11 |
Apr 6 |
MODULE 9 Wide Area Networks |
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12 |
Apr 13 |
MODULE 10 Risk Management |
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Apr. 25 (Mon.) Last Day to withdraw |
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13 |
Apr 20 |
MODULE 11 Security in Network Design |
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14 |
Apr 27 |
MODULE 12 Performance and Recovery |
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15 |
May 4 |
Final Exam |
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16 |
May 11 |
Wrap Up |
Student Learning Outcomes/Learning Objectives
Instructional Methodology: This course will have 50% lecture and 50% laboratory.
Distance Learning: This delivery method uses an online course management system, Blackboard, or equivalent. Course materials are located on Blackboard or equivalent and include but are not limited to PowerPoints, practice tests, schedules, grade books, etc.
There will be labs on various topics and assignments that will require outside work by the student.
The CIS open labs are available for students to work outside of scheduled lab time.
Grade Policy:
Grade will be assigned based both on concepts and practical application.
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1710 -1900 points |
A |
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1520 -1709 points |
B |
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1330 -1519 points |
C |
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1140 -1329 points |
D |
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1139 points or less |
F |
Basis for Grades
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Type |
Number |
Points Each |
Total Points |
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|
|
|
|
|
Assignments |
8 Each |
100 |
800 |
|
Review Exercise |
3 Each |
100 |
300 |
|
Lecture Exam |
3 Each |
100 |
300 |
|
Final Review Exercise |
1 Each |
200 |
200 |
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Final Exam (in 2 parts) |
1 Each x3 |
100 |
300 |
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Total |
1900 |
Course Requirements
Assignments (see schedule)
8 in number
Total Points 800
Application-oriented
It will cover specific programs and can be cumulative.
Open book.
Review Exercise (see schedule)
3 in number
Total points 300
Will cover specific chapters and appendices.
Open book
The mid-Term Exam Review Exercise is designed to appraise the student’s coursework knowledge during the given period. The review exercise will be open for one day (a 24-hour period).
The Review Exercise will not be re-opened after the scheduled due date.
Final Review Exercise (see schedule)
1 in number
Total points 200
Will cover specific chapters and appendices.
Open book
Final Review Exercise is designed to appraise the student’s knowledge of the topics presented in the course. The final review will be open for one day (24-hour period).
Office Hours
F 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM RRC2 2123
NOTE By Appointment OnlyT Th 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM RRC2 2123
NOTEM W 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM RRC2 2123
NOTEPublished: 01/16/2026 13:48:50