I can agree to abide by the class policies by reviewing the established policies and procedures to help ensure the classroom is a safe and fun place for everyone.
Links:
None.
Topics Discussed:
Classroom Policies and Procedures
Computer Acceptable Use Policy
Assignment:
Welcome back! Today we’re going to go over the class rules, or as I like to call them, the Policies and Procedures.
Society’s based on policies and procedures. Without ’em, we’re no better than poo-flinging monkeys in the jungle. Humans agree to abide by laws so we can all get along and get things accomplished with a minimum of screaming, head-bashing and poo-flinging.
The policies and procedures are pretty straightforward, and they’re all posted in the front of the room where you can see them at all times. They’re all really based on one simple thing: respect.
I’m going to show you respect at all times in the classroom, and all I ask is that you return the favor.
I also ask that you treat everyone else with respect, so that they can do the same for you.
The chairs have wheels for a reason: if you need to scoot over to collaborate with a partner, that’s great. Don’t use them to scoot all over the room, and don’t get up and wander aimlessly. Move with purpose.
Have respect for other people who are trying to get work done, and don’t bother them. Don’t steal anybody’s work (or stuff, for that matter).
Treat my stuff and the school’s stuff with respect, so that it can stay in good shape for you and for everyone else. Let me know right away if anything is marked, damaged or missing so I can address it immediately.
We’re going to have a lot of opportunities to critique the work of others in this class. Keep it respectful, positive and constructive, please. Don’t feel bad if someone else critiques your work, it’s only going to help you improve and get stronger.
I’ve got a lot of cool stuff to teach you in this class. Please don’t make it any harder for me than it already is by disrupting my class, or making it harder for the people around you to pay attention.
I promise not to come to your room and mess it up; can you do me the same courtesy? I’d appreciate it.
Don’t leave the room without my permission. I need to know where you are at all times. If you need to leave the room, please sign out on the digital sign-out sheet provided.
Read your Student Handbook! We all (you and me both) are required to abide by its policies, so it’s important to know exactly what those policies are so you don’t violate them unintentionally (Or intentionally!).
Do any of the class policies seem strange? Like something you shouldn’t have to be asked not to do? Guess what: the reason that policy’s in place is because some knucklehead decided to be a creep and had to be told to stop. Please: Don’t be that guy.
If you can agree to abide by these policies and procedures, then we can all get along. If there’s anything you feel like you can’t agree to here, let me know and we can talk it over.
I can introduce myself to the instructor and the other students in the classroom and discover more about the classroom by completing an icebreaker activity to help build a fun and collaborative working environment.
Links: None.
Topics Discussed:
Computer Graphic Design
Room 225
Mister Marmolejo
Yourself!
Assignment:
Welcome to my classroom website for Computer Graphic Design 1-2! This website will be your one-stop shop for all classroom assignments, announcements and materials pertaining to the class.
Today we’re going to do one of those “getting to know you” activities. I know, you’re probably going to do something like this in every class today. Don’t worry, I’ll do my best to make it fun.
Follow the instructions on the Room Map provided to discover the secrets of Room 225 as you meet your classmates and find your way around the classroom!
Can you find all the items and win the “fabulous” prize? Do your best!
I can prepare for success in the class by familiarizing myself with the classroom and introducing myself to the instructor and the other students in the classroom so I can more efficiently and effectively complete class activities and assignments.
Links: None.
Topics Discussed:
Networking
Cybersecurity
Room 225
Mister Marmolejo
Yourself!
Assignment:
Welcome to my classroom website for Networking and Cybersecurity! Frankly, I’m surprised you’re here – I’m not going to introduce this website to the rest of the class for another couple of days. I guess until then, it’ll be our little secret. This website will be your one-stop shop for all classroom assignments, announcements and materials pertaining to the class.
Take a look around! I’ll explain everything here very soon.
Tomorrow we’re going to do one of those “getting to know you” activities. I know, you’re probably going to do something like this in every class for the next few days. Don’t worry, I’ll do my best to make it fun.
The fact that you even found this site shows you have a remarkably inquisitive and adventurous personality. Those qualities will serve you well here. When you meet me, mention the secret words “Stack Overflow“, and I’ll give you a prize. Don’t tell anyone else! It’s a secret to everybody.
I can reflect on my involvement and engagement with the lessons I have learned during the 1st Quarter of Fall 2023 by answering a series of reflective questions so that I can identify my areas of strength and opportunities for growth.
Connect to the Google Classroom site and click on the link to the Google Form at the bottom of the latest post.
Think back from the beginning of the school year to now, and answer the questions provided to reflect on your successes and struggles throughout the first quarter.
You must have at least two complete sentences for each question in each prompt, but use as many sentences as you need to complete your short answer.
Once you have answered all the questions, continue to the next section until the Submit button appears. Click the Submit button at the bottom of the page to submit your final responses. Do not click any other buttons or navigate away from the page before submitting your answers, or they may be erased. You may even wish to type your answers in a Google Doc or Word Document and then transfer them to the form.
Once you have submitted your form, return to the Google Classroom assignment post, and click the Mark as Done button to mark this assignment as completed and ready for grading.
Your response will be graded on the following criteria: meeting minimum length requirements, clarity, original ideas and mechanics (spelling, grammar and punctuation).
You should consider this a professional post-mortem of a long-form academic project, and conduct yourself accordingly.
Good luck, and thanks for all your hard work in the first quarter! Enjoy your Fall Break, and I’ll see you on the 17th when we’ll get started with advanced network security tools within the Linux environment!
Assigned: October 6th, 2023 Teacher Pacing Due Date: October 6th, 2023
The student will be able to summarize the types of cables and connectors and explain which is the appropriate type for a solution.
Resources:
See PowerPoint presentation: 1.3.3 – Connector Types.pptx
Assignment:
Begin reading the 1.3.3 – Activity – Connector Types.pptx presentation. This lesson will introduce you to the different connectors for network cables and how they differ.
Next, complete the 1.3.3 – Activity – Connector Typesactivity posted in the Google Classroom, and hand it in by end of day today.
Assigned: October 3rd, 2023 Teacher Pacing Due Date: October 4th, 2023
The student will be able to summarize the types of cables and connectors and explain which is the appropriate type for a solution.
Resources:
See PowerPoint presentation: 1.3.2 – Fiber-Optic Cables.pptx
Assignment:
Begin reading the 1.3.2 – Fiber-Optic Cables.pptx presentation. This lesson will introduce you to fiber optic cable and its associated standards and connectors.
Next, complete the 1.3.2 – Activity – Fiber-Optic Cables activity posted in the Google Classroom, and hand it in by end of day today.
Assigned: October 2nd, 2023 Teacher Pacing Due Date: October 3rd, 2023
Begin reading the 1.3.1 – Copper Cables.pptx presentation on the Google Classroom. This lesson will introduce you to different types of copper cables and their standard characteristics.
Next, visit the How to Make a Network Cable: link at https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Network-Cable for instructions on how to build a Cat5e cable to the EIA/TIA 568A or 568B spec. Read through the instructions completely before proceeding. Pay particular notice to the difference between a “passthrough” cable and a “crossover” cable.
Visit the rolling cart to pick up your tools and materials. You will need a arm’s length of Cat5e cable, two RJ-45 cable ends, and a crimper tool.
Follow the instructions to build your passthrough patch cable.
Once you have your passthrough cable built, test it using the provided cable tester. If your cable test is successful, you may proceed to build a “crossover” cable for extra credit.
Use clear tape and a marker to label your cables with your name and what type of cable it is (passthrough or crossover), and place it in the wire basket on the front table in the room.
Once they are graded, you are free to take your Cat5e cable home for your own use. Cables left behind will be deployed within the department.
Assigned: September 27th, 2023 Due Date: September 29th, 2023
Compare and contrast the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model layers and encapsulation concepts.
Resources:
See PowerPoint presentation: 1.2.1 – Network Topologies.pptx
Assignment:
Begin reading the 1.2.1 – Network Topologies.pptx presentation. This lesson will introduce you to the characteristics of network topologies and network types..
Next, complete the 1.2.1 – Activity – Network Topologies with String activity in class today. Mister will provide the materials and explanation.
Finally, complete the CYBER.ORG – Network Topologies Discussion Questions form posted in the Google Classroom. You may turn this in as a group, just make sure all your group members’ names are listed in the Names: line of the form.
Assigned: September 22nd, 2023 Teacher Pacing Due Date: September 22nd, 2023
Compare and contrast the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model layers and encapsulation concepts.
Topics Discussed:
Data encapsulation and decapsulation within the OSI model context
Ethernet header
Internet Protocol (IP) header
Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)/User Datagram Protocol (UDP) headers
TCP flags
Payload
Maximum transmission unit (MTU)
Resources:
See PowerPoint presentation: 1.1.2 – Encapsulation and Decapsulation.pptx
Assignment:
Begin reading the 1.1.2 – Encapsulation and Decapsulation.pptx presentation. This lesson will introduce you to what encapsulation and decapsulation is, and how it works with the OSI model we studied yesterday.
Next, complete the 1.1.2 – Lab – Encapsulation and Decapsulation with Wireshark.pptx Lab posted in the Google Classroom. We will review the concepts presented in the lab to help explain how packets are formed, transmitted, received and decoded.
To complete this lab, ping a website of your choice while Wireshark is capturing packets, and filter the IP address that you pinged. Post a screenshot of the filtered search to today’s Assignment post in the Google Classroom.
Please do your best to complete this activity by the end of the day on Wednesday, September 20th.
Assigned: September 20th, 2023 Teacher Pacing Due Date: September 22nd, 2023
