Technology
Advisor: Rob Vandermay

A. Course Information

Grade Level: 10 - 12.

Length of Course: One semester.

Type: Non-tracked. Successful completion of this course satisfies the district's computer literacy graduation requirement.

Recommendation for Enrollment: Successful completion of Technology Navigators I with a "C" or better or by permission of the instructor.

B. Brief Description of the Course:

This course, second in the sequence, is designed to continue training students in current emerging computer networking technology by using both classroom and laboratory experiences. The course will focus on the Cisco curriculum and online lessons 71 to 140. Topics will include safety; network terminology and protocols; the upper layers in OSI Model; network addressing (MAC, ARP, and TCP/IP); dynamic routing; and testing methods for networks. Students will also learn about the processes involved in: synchronizing large networks; router startup; partitioning regions; and applying link state mechanisms to frequency updates, multicast updates and hierarchies. Instruction and training will be provided in the proper care, maintenance and use of networking software, tools and equipment. The students will gain an understanding of the tasks and goals of a network manager/administrator. Students will study the layout and design of networks at Oxnard College, the school and various nearby businesses. They will then practice planning, designing and drawing plans for networks for other simulated or real companies as presented in class.

Other topics which will be reviewed in the class include: the Internet; web page design and construction; and additional training on computer hardware (setup, maintenance, and simple repairs). As students master these topics they will serve as valuable resources at OUHSD schools, assisting other teachers, students and support staff with technical projects, questions or problems. Students will also be responsible for designing and maintaining information on the school's Internet homepage.

Cisco Systems will work as a partner with the school by providing part of the course curriculum and materials. Cisco will provide second semester online lessons complete with QuickTime movies, charts, photos and quizzes covering computer networking technology. The goal of the program is to prepare students to pass the industry standard "Cisco Certified Networking Associate" test. Certification will enable students to qualify for good paying entry-level employment opportunities and to pursue higher-level computer networking and engineering programs offered at colleges and universities.

C. Board-adopted Textbook: TBD

D. Supplementary Instructional Materials:

Items listed below are commonly used as supplementary materials and are coordinated with the adopted course objectives:

1. Cisco Systems online lessons and exams
2. Operational manuals for equipment
3. Computer instructional materials and tutorials for course and software
4. Newspapers, periodicals and magazines
5. Commercially and student-prepared multimedia programs
6. Available computer network databases and Internet resource sites
7. Laser discs and CD ROMs
8. Guest speakers and field trips
9. Reference books
10. Multimedia software, web page production software, Internet web browsers, and other special software and materials as needed
11. Video picture and sound digitizing computer software and equipment

E. Brief Outline of Course Content:

1. Future of careers in computers, networking, and electronic communications.
2. Technology and ethics--OUHSD Acceptable Use Policy, copyright laws, respect for others.
3. Computer setup basics--simple computer setup, repair, and upgrading; checking for viruses and trouble shooting.
4. Further training on Novell and Windows NT networking software. Setting up users, setting up a domain and "shares."
5. Safety rules: lab, fire, electrical, equipment, tools, and networking safety standards.
6. Demonstrate an understanding of the tasks and goals of a network manager/administrator.
7. Cisco Networking Academy Curriculum --Lessons 71-140
8. OSI Model and the seven layers of a network (physical, data link, network, transport, session, presentation, and application).
9. Network protocol data units and how data encapsulation occurs.
10. Visit and study the design of sample working networks at Oxnard College, the school, LAN, and other local businesses.
11. Data link sub-layers. The functions of Data Logical Link Control (LLC), Service Access Points (SAPs), physical layer, and data link layer.
12. LAN Technologies of Ethernet/IEEE Standard 802.3 and how it relates to physical layer typology. Interface (AUI), Broadcast, Multicast, Unicast, Operation, and Termination.
13. Network Addressing Schemes including: MAC address function and construction, Address Resolution Protocol (ARP), and Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).
14. Dynamic routing--link state updates and the processes involved in: synchronizing large networks, router startup, partitioning regions, applying link state mechanisms to frequency updates, multicast updates and hierarchies.
15. The problems and solutions associated with LAN to LAN routing.
16. Finding solutions to electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI) problems using cancellation and shielding.
17. Common processes used in the testing of a network (use of Ping, trace, and IP route commands).
18. Router configuration files/tables and the advantages and disadvantages of using a network TFTP server.
19. Internetworking problems and solutions, repeaters, bridges, IP addressing, routers, switches.
20. Job seeking skills, leadership development, work ethics, and coworker relationships.
21. Gain experience by helping to maintain the school's network system and by helping other students, teachers, and classes with compute problems and projects.
22. Listen to guest speakers, visit local colleges and technology-related businesses to learn about education and career opportunities and some of the ways technology is being used in the community.
23. Learn to use specific Internet tools and services--email, listservs, newsgroups, FTP (Fetch), search engines (Yahoo, Alta Vista), setting up a network or Internet classroom conference.
24. Review of HTML web page authoring software such as HotDog Pro or Microsoft Front Page. Design and write web pages for use on school's homepage.

F. Behavioral Objectives for TECHNOLOGY NAVIGATORS II :

The skills assessed in the district's Reading Comprehension, Writing, and Math Computations proficiency tests will be taught and reinforced in a manner appropriate to the content of this course.

The student will:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the OSI Model Network Standards and the function of the seven layers. (This semester will work mostly on the application layer, network or Internetwork layer, presentation layer, session layer, and the transport layer).
2. Study, research and then report on the tasks and goals of a network manager/administrator.
3. Pass written and oral exams on Cisco lesson content: upper layers in the OSI Model, network addressing (MAC, ARP, and TCP/IP), network protocols, network design, dynamic routing and testing methods for networks.
4. Explain the concept of networking: reasons and advantages of networking; LANs, Wans, and protocols. Describe protocol data units and data encapsulation. Define and describe bits, frames, packets, and segments.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the data link sub-layers. Identify and define the functions of Data Logical Link Control (LLC), Service Access Points (SAPs, physical layer and data link layer).
6. Demonstrate an understanding of the LAN technologies, Ethernet/IEEE Standard 802.3 as applied to physical layer typology, Interface (AUI), Broadcast, Multicast, Unicast, Operation, and Termination.
7. Demonstrate an understanding of Addressing Schemes including: MAC address function and construction, and Address Resolution Protocol (ARP).
8. Apply previously learned understanding of routers, fiber optic cables, and ring typology.
9. Demonstrate an understanding of the application of WAN standards to: the physical layer, data termination equipment, and data link layer encapsulation, path determination, and network layering.
10. Demonstrate an understanding of routers. Define, describe and write a routing protocol.
11. Given a statement of network needs, identify and evaluate the routing protocols best suited for those needs.
12. Demonstrate an understanding of the TCP/IP Network Layer Addressing. How are these addresses established and how do they help data get to its correct destination.
13. Define and describe the process used to identify A, B, C, and D class networks.
14. Dynamic routing--define, describe and/or illustrate an understanding of link state updates and the processes involved in: synchronizing large networks, router startup, partitioning regions, applying link state mechanisms to frequency updates, multicast updates and hierarchies.
15. Demonstrate an understanding of the problems and solutions associated with LAN to LAN routing.
16. Define, describe and apply solutions to electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI) problems using cancellation and shielding.
17. Demonstrate an understanding of the processes used in the testing of a network (use of Ping, trace, and IP route commands).
18. Define and describe router configuration files and be able to list the advantages and disadvantages of using a network TFTP server.
19. Identify and describe the use and function of Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).
20. Identify, describe and write about areas of personal improvement (attitudes, appearance, personal hygiene, punctuality, dependability, pride in product/work, goals, and ethics).
21. Keep a daily class journal of notes, sketches, and important class information.
22. Produce an electronic portfolio showing accomplishments, activities and things learned in class.
23. Master people skills: working in engineering teams, self and project management, oral exams and presentations.
24. Design lessons and tutorials aimed at teaching students and teachers how to use specific computer hardware and software. Practice and implement lessons.
25. Work with and help classroom teachers or other school staff for at least five (5) classroom periods during the semester. Students should help with computer or network problems, Internet use, and multimedia or software application lessons.
26. Demonstrate proficiency and continuing improvement in the following "workplace skills," as appropriate for the designated coursework.

G. Assessment Procedures:

The following is a list of techniques that may be used in assessing student progress and/or achievement:

1. Teacher-prepared tests and quizzes.
2. Teacher assessment of individual and group-produced instructional lessons, projects, and reports.
3. Teacher observation of class participation.
4. Teacher evaluation of homework.
5. Teacher evaluation of individual student "journals" and electronic student portfolios.