NETW 190 Syllabus MCSE Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows Revised 21 March 2002 Professor Andrew H. Andersen, Jr.
COURSE DESCRIPTION This is an introductory course designed to provide an overview of networking concepts and how they are implemented in Windows networks. Students learn to install and configure Microsoft Windows 2000 on stand-alone and client computers that are part of a workgroup or domain. Students will learn how to implement, manage and troubleshoot hardware devices and drivers; monitor and optimize system performance and reliability; configure and troubleshoot the desktop environment; implement, manage and troubleshoot network protocols and services; and implement, monitor and troubleshoot basic security. At the conclusion of this course, the student will earn three credits, and be ready to take the Installing, Configuring and Administering Windows MCSE exam. PREREQUISITES Proficiency using the Windows interface to locate, create, and manipulate files and folders. Students who have never used a computer should take ELEC 243, NETW 151, or COMP 129. REQUIRED TEXT AND MATERIALS MCSE: Windows 2000 Study Guide by Lisa Donald with James Chellis, Sybex Press, 0-7821-2946-3 STUDENT PERFORMANCE EVALUATION 1. Active participation in this course by all students is required and expected. ance for all lectures is strongly advised. 2. There will be a minimum of two major exams, and each carries equal weight. 3. The progress of the student will be evaluated by class participation, graded assignments, performance, test grades, and on time submission of In order to pass the course, the student must have a passing test average, a passing average for laboratory performance, and a passing grade for the lab skills practical and the capstone project. If you have a documented disability and would like to request an accommodation and/or academic adjustment, contact the Disability Services Office at (732) 224 2730 or TTY (732) 842 4211. FINAL GRADE The following scale will be used to determine satisfactory progress on each unit examination and for the final as follows: Final Grade Range A 90 to 100 B 80 to 89 C 70 to 79 D 65 to 69 F Below 65 Page 1
You must obtain a grade of C or better to use this course as a prerequisite for subsequent NETW designated courses. The final grade will be determined by the following: 50% for exams and quizzes. 50% for Laboratory ance 100% Grade for the Course INCOMPLETE It is the student's responsibility to submit all classwork on a timely basis, and it is expected that all course requirements be completed by the last class meeting. In cases of hardship or emergency, your instructor may grant a grade of INC. In order to be considered for the grade INC, the student must have satisfactorily completed 80% of the course, have a passing test average, and must meet with the instructor prior to the last class meeting to request this option. Your instructor is under no obligation to grant an INC. In the event that you are granted an INC, it must be completed by the first week of the following semester or an earlier date specified by the instructor. You will be required to withdraw from the next course in a sequence if you have not successfully completed an INC in a prerequisite course with a C or better before the first meeting. WITHDRAWING FROM CLASS Last day to withdraw from a class with a grade W is the 10 th week. While a W does not affect your GPA, it may have impact if you are receiving Financial Aid. Before withdrawing from any class, you should consult with your counselor, or a Financial Aid representative. ACADEMIC INTEGRITY Academic integrity is submitting one's own work, and properly acknowledging the work of others. Any violation of this principle constitutes academic dishonesty. Forms of academic dishonesty include: Plagiarism Submitting another's work, in whole or part, as one's own. This includes an examination, a computer program, a laboratory report, or a written assignment. Facilitating Academic Dishonesty Helping another commit an act of dishonesty such as substituting for an examination or completing an assignment for someone else. Cheating Using or attempting to use unauthorized materials on an examination or assignment, such as using unauthorized texts or notes or improperly obtaining, or attempting to obtain, copies of an examination or answers to an examination. Illegal System Access Altering, transmitting, or permitting unauthorized individuals to access your account, or an attempt to alter or destroy system files on any server or computer. This also includes altering, transmitting, or attempting to alter or transmit academic information or records by unauthorized individuals. Students that participate in dishonest activities: Page 2
will receive a 0 for that project, examination, or assignment may be given a grade of F for the course will be reported to the Dean for disciplinary action For additional information, refer to the current issue of Answers, the Brookdale Community College Student Handbook. CORE COMPETENCIES The student will design, build, and install Windows 2000. This course teaches and measures the following Core Competencies: COMMUNICATION SKILLS Students will develop and enhance the skills that allow them to think critically and communicate ideas in a clear, concise manner. Students will: 1.1 Communicate information and ideas clearly and effectively in writing form. 1.2 Communicate information and ideas clearly and effectively in spoken form. 1.5 Demonstrate effective listening skills. 1.6 Demonstrate effective reading skills. CRITICAL THINKING, PROBLEM SOLVING Students will use critical thinking and problem solving skills in analyzing information. Students will: 2.1 Identify a problem and analyze it. 2.2 Create or develop hypotheses. 2.3 Recognize and construct logical forms of argumentation. SCIENTIFIC PERSPECTIVE Students will develop a familiarity with the principles and methods of scientific inquiry, and with its significance to society. Students will: 5.1 Develop appropriate skills in observation and experimentation to solve problems. 5.3 Be able to evaluate and apply appropriate technology. INFORMATION AND TECHNOLOGICAL LITERACY Students will process information including defining, accessing, gathering, organizing, evaluating, and presenting information. The student will describe or perform the following: 7.2 Conduct and complete effective research. 7.4 Use appropriate technologies and services to access and process information. Page 3
UNIT 1 OF 10 Getting Started with Windows 2000 At the conclusion of this unit, the student will be able to describe the inner workings of a computer. He/she will look at the components of a computer and at the role of computers in a networking system. The student will learn how to prepare for a Windows 2000 installation. 2 weeks. 1. Computer hardware basics 2. Computer software basics 3. Design Goals of Windows 2000 4. Prepare to Install Windows 5. Choose Your Installation Method 6. Run the Installation Process 7. Troubleshoot Installation Problems 8. Install Windows using Automated Deployment Options 9. Use the Setup Manager to Create Answer Files 10. Use the Remote Installation Services (RIS) 11. Create Disk Images 12. Install Applications with Windows Installer Packages Read The text Chapter 1 and 2 Homework 1 - Chapter 1 Review Questions in text Homework 2 - Chapter 2 Review Questions in text Page 4
UNIT 2 OF 10 Upgrading to Windows 2000 At the conclusion of this unit, the student will be able to plan an upgrade strategy to Windows 2000. 1 week 1. Decide Whether to Upgrade 2. Prepare to Upgrade to Windows 2000 3. the Windows 2000 Upgrade 4. Apply Upgrade Packs Read The text Chapter 3 Homework 3 - Chapter 3 Review Questions in text Page 5
UNIT 3 OF 10 Configure the Windows 2000 Environment At the conclusion of this unit, the student will be able to configure the Windows 2000 environment 2 weeks 1. Use the Windows 2000 Management Utilities 2. Install Hardware 3. Manage Device Drivers 4. Manage Disk Devices 5. Manage Display Devices 6. Manage Mobile Computer Hardware 7. Manage I/O Devices 8. Manage Imaging Devices 9. Manage Processors 10. Configure Fax Support 11. Troubleshoot Devices 12. Manage Windows 2000 Services 13. Manage Desktop Settings 14. Manage Multiple Languages and Regional Settings 15. Configure Accessibility Features Read The text Chapter 4, 5 and 6 Homework 4 - Chapter 4 Review Questions in text Homework 5 - Chapter 5 Review Questions in text Page 6
UNIT 4 OF 10 Managing Users and Groups At the conclusion of this unit, the student will be able to create user accounts, manage user properties, set account and local policies, create and manage groups, and troubleshoot user account authentication. 2 weeks 1. Reviewing Windows 2000 User Accounts 2. Logging on and off 3. Working with User Accounts 4. Manage User Properties 5. Using Account Policies 6. Using Local Policies 7. Troubleshoot User Account Authentication problems 8. Use Built-in Groups 9. Work with Groups 10. Use Local Group Policies Read The text Chapter 6 and 7 Homework 6 - Chapter 6 Review Questions in text Homework 7 - Chapter 7 Review Questions in text Page 7
UNIT 5 OF 10 Using User Profiles and Hardware Profiles At the conclusion of this unit, the student will be able to create and manage user profiles and hardware profiles. 1 week 1. Review User Profile Configuration Options 2. Create and Manage User Profiles 3. Create and Manage Hardware Profiles Read The text Chapter 8 Homework 8 - Chapter 8 Review Questions in text Page 8
UNIT 6 OF 10 Manage Disks At the conclusion of this unit, the student will be able to manage and upgrade storage devices, plan and create a directory structure. laboratory assignments. 2 weeks 1. Configure File Systems 2. Configure Disk Storage 3. Use Disk Management Utility 4. Manage Data Compression 5. Set Disk Quotas 6. Manage Data Encryption with EFS 7. Use the Disk Defragmenter Utility 8. Use the Disk Cleanup Utility 9. Troubleshoot Disk Devices and Volumes 10. File and Folder Management Basics 11. Manage Local Access 12. Optimize Local Access 13. Manage Network Access 14. Review the Flow of Resource Access Read The text Chapter 9 Homework 9 - Chapter 9 Review Questions in text Homework 10 - Chapter 10 Review Questions in text Page 9
UNIT 7 OF 10 Manage Network Connections and Resources At the conclusion of this unit, the student will be able to install and configure network adapters and network protocols. The student will set up and configure printers, and manage printers and print jobs. 2 weeks 1. Review Networking Protocols 2. Install and Configure Network Adapters 3. Install and Configure Network Protocols 4. Review Printing Basics 5. Setting up Printers 6. Manage Printer Properties 7. Configure Security Properties 8. Manage Printers and Print Documents 9. Connect Printers Read The text Chapter 11 and 12 Homework 11 - Chapter 11 Review Questions in text Homework 12 - Chapter 12 Review Questions in text Page 10
UNIT 8 OF 10 Dial-up Networking and Internet Productivity At the conclusion of this unit, the student will be able to configure dial-up networking and create dial-up connections on a Windows 2000 client. 1 week 1. Set up a Modem 2. Use Dial-up Connections 3. Use Peer Web Services Read The text Chapter 13 Homework 13 - Chapter 13 Review Questions in text Page 11
UNIT 9 OF 10 Optimizing Windows 2000 At the conclusion of this unit, the student will be able to monitor and optimize Windows 2000 using the System Monitor, performance logs and alerts, and task manager utilities. 1 week 1. Keep Windows 2000 Up-to-Date 2. Use System Monitoring Tools 3. Use Task Manager 4. Schedule Tasks Read The text Chapter 14 Homework 14 - Chapter 14 Review Questions in text Page 12
UNIT 10 OF 10 System Recovery Functions At the conclusion of this unit, the student will be able to use the Windows 2000 system recovery functions. 1 week 1. Safeguard the Computer and Recover from a Disaster 2. Use Event Viewer 3. Understand the Windows 2000 Boot Process 4. Use Advanced Startup Options 5. Use Startup and Recovery Options 6. Use Dr. Watson 7. Create a Backup Utility 8. Use the Recovery Console Read The text Chapter 15 Homework 15 - Chapter 15 Review Questions in text Page 13