Course Syllabus
SPRING 2025
This class is being taught in a Hyflex modality
Students have the ability to choose how they attend. Either 1. In Person (best), 2. Online (synchronous) or 3. Online (asynchronous), and may change the way they attend throughout the course.
For more information about Hyflex please watch the following video
https://youtu.be/aGASYbFSNcM
- In person: Tuesdays 5:30pm – 9:30pm Room PC 643
- Online (synchronous) Tuesdays 5:30pm - 9:30pm
Join Zoom Meeting
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- Online (asynchronous) Right here on Canvas - Students can attend on their own weekly time schedule. Students are responsible for watching the live class lectures, which will be posted along with class materials and assignments in modules. Students will interact with class members and instructor through message boards and online discussion forum.
Description
(Grade or P/NP)
Prerequisites:
Recommended:Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100
Limits on Enrollment:
Transfer Credit:CSU;
Repeatability:00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP
Hands-on lab activities will continue to be an essential element of the course. In support of this, virtual learning tools have been integrated into this course. The Virtual Laptop, Virtual Desktop, and Virtual Printer and Scanner are stand-alone tools designed to supplement classroom learning and provide an interactive "hands-on" experience in learning environments with limited physical equipment.
Target Audience
IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software is intended for students in high school, technical school, community college, or a four-year institution who want to pursue careers in IT and gain working knowledge of how computers work, how to assemble computers, and how to troubleshoot hardware and software issues.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course, accept a desire to learn, study and get your hands dirty!
Target Certifications
IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software v6.0 helps to prepare students for the CompTIA A+ certification exams 220-801 and 220-802. CompTIA A+ 220-801 covers the fundamentals of computer technology, installation and configuration of PCs, laptops, related hardware, and basic networking. CompTIA A+ 220-802 covers the skills required to install and configure PC operating systems and configure common features, such as network connectivity and email for Android and Apple iOS mobile operating systems. Students must pass both exams to earn the CompTIA A+ certification. (http://www.comptia.org).
Course Outline of Record may be found here: https://portal.santarosa.edu/SRweb/SR_CourseOutlines.aspx?CVID=51770&Semester=20247
Student Learning Outcomes:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
Instructor Contact
Dr. Scott Rosen
Office: ONLINE & Pet 643
Fax: (707) 778-3910
Text: (707)478-8649
srosen@santarosa.edu
Text is the fastest but I usually respond to emails within 48 hours.
Instructor Schedule
NOTE:
Office Hours Zoom Link
https://santarosa-edu.zoom.us/j/3272357913
Meeting ID: 327 235 7913
Monday Location
8:30am - 12:00am CS82.71 Ethical Hacking PC 645 (Petaluma)
1:00pm - 3:00pm CS5 Computer Literacy 2928 Maggini (Santa Rosa)
3:00pm - 5:00pm OFFICE HOURS 2928 Maggini/ONLINE
Tuesday
2:00pm - 4:00pm Department Meeting CS Department
5:00pm – 5:30pm OFFICE HOURS PC 643/ONLINE
5:30pm – 9:30pm CS80.15 IT Essentials PC 643
Wednesday
1:00pm - 2:00pm CS5 Computer Literacy 2928 Maggini
2:00pm - 3:00pm CS5 Computer Literacy (lab) 2806 Maggini
3:00pm- 5:00pm Academic Senate Senate Chambers
5:00pm – 5:30pm OFFICE HOURS PC 645/ONLINE
5:30pm – 9:30pm CS 82.22B Switching Routing and Wireless PC 645
Thursday
5:00pm – 5:30pm OFFICE HOURS PET 643/ONLINE
5:30pm – 9:30pm CS84.13 IT Support PC 643/ONLINE
Course Web Site
Cisco Networking Academy - This is where all assignments, lectures, quizzes and tests are
Materials and Supplies/Textbook & Website
Online Material at Cisco Networking Academy Provided by Instructor Tuesday Evening
- pen, paper
- USB Flash drive (at least 2 GB)
- Computer Toolkit
Computer Toolkit
The computer toolkit (you will need to acquire your own) should include the following tools:
- Phillips screwdriver
- Flathead screwdriver
- Needle-nose pliers
- Electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap and cord
- Lint-free cloth
- Electronics cleaning solution
- Flashlight
- Thermal compound
- Software Tools
- Notebook
- Other tools as recommended by instructor
Useful but not required
- Hex Socket Drivers (various sizes)
- Safety glasses
- Multimeter (optional)
- Digital Camera (optional)
- Compressed air service canister
example:
IFIXIT Pro Tech Toolkit
Although not required, the IFIXIT Pro Tech Toolkit is a good kit and students really like it although it is a bit more expensive than other kits approx $75
https://www.ifixit.com/Store/Tools/Pro-Tech-Toolkit/IF145-307?o=4
Important Dates:
| Day Class Begins: | Tuesday, January 14, 2025 |
| Day Class Ends: | Tuesday, May 13, 2025 |
| Day/Time of Final Exam: | Tuesday, May 20, 2025 4:00 PM - 6:45 PM |
| Last Day to Add without instructor's approval: |
Sunday, January 19, 2025 |
| Last Day to Add with instructor's approval: |
Sunday, February 2, 2025 |
| Last Day to Drop and be eligible for enrollment/course fee refund: |
Sunday, January 26, 2025 |
| Last Day to Drop without a 'W' symbol: |
Sunday, February 2, 2025 |
| Last Day to Drop with a 'W' symbol: |
Sunday, April 20, 2025 |
| Last Day to Opt for Pass/No Pass: |
Friday, May 16, 2025 |
| First Census Date: | Monday, February 3, 2025 |
| Mid-Term Date: | 3/24/2025 - 4/20/2025 |
Dropping the Class
If you decide to discontinue this course, it is your responsibility to officially drop it. A student may be dropped from any class when that student's absences exceed ten percent (10%) of the total hours of class time. It is strongly advised that if you need to miss more than one class/homework deadline in a row that you contact the instructor to avoid being dropped from the class.
If you feel you must quit the class, please talk with me first. Together we may find a way for you to complete the course successfully. If you quit without officially dropping, you are still graded on all the remaining work, usually resulting in an “F” grade.https://admissions.santarosa.edu/
Attendance
I expect you to attend regularly.
If for any reason you will be absent, late, or leaving early,please let me know in advance (or as soon after as possible in case of emergency). Any absence without notifying me is unexcused. More than three unexcused absences may result in dismissal from class. After any absence, you are responsible for getting class handouts from the class Web page and notes from a classmate. You might also talk with me about when to turn in any assignments you missed.
Note: Students who fail to attend the first class meeting may be dropped by the instructor.
Tests and Exams
There are 14 online exams that you do as homework, an online midterm, final and skills final/project.
Grading
Grade Only: A >= 90%, B >= 80%, C >= 70%, D >= 60%
|
ITEM |
PERCENT |
COMMENTS |
|---|---|---|
|
Online Chapter Exams |
50% |
Homework - Using the Assessment Server. Must be completed within a week of the assignment else points will be deducted. |
|
Online Final Exam |
20% |
Using the Assessment Server |
|
Skill-Based Final Exam/Project |
20% |
Rubric to be distributed prior to the exam |
|
Labs |
10% |
Labs - Using the Assessment Server. Must be completed within a week of the assignment else points will be deducted. |
Standards of Conduct
Respect
The best way to learn is through active participation; therefore, we respect others when talking by being on-time, listening actively, and by being polite even when we disagree with another’s viewpoint. Please turn off all electronic devices. If you use a laptop for note taking, please sit in the front row with the sound off. No food in class please.
Students who register in SRJC classes are required to abide by the SRJC Student Conduct Standards. Violation of the Standards is basis for referral to the Vice President of Student Services or dismissal from class or from the College. See the Student Code of Conduct page.
Collaborating on or copying of tests or homework in whole or in part will be considered an act of academic dishonesty and result in a grade of 0 for that test or assignment. Students are encouraged to share information and ideas, but not their work. See these links on Plagiarism:
SRJC Writing Center Lessons on avoiding plagiarism
SRJC's statement on Academic Integrity
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH
Should you experience any physical or mental health issues, know that all of us at SRJC care about your well-being. SRJC’s Student Health Services (SHS) has nurse practitioners and mental health therapists available. Confidential sessions are provided via secure Zoom or in-person. Sessions are free for SRJC students taking credit or non-credit classes, and some providers can converse with you in Spanish if you prefer. SHS also has on-site covid rapid testing and vaccinations available also at no cost. To start the process for any type of physical or mental health appointment contact Student Health at 707 527-4445 or email studenthealthservices@santarosa.edu. More information about all that Student Health Services provides is available at shs.santarosa.edu
Special Needs
If you need disability related accommodations for this class, such as a note taker, test taking services, special furniture, etc., please provide the Authorization for Academic Accommodations (AAA letter) from the Disability Resources Department (DRD) to the instructor as soon as possible. You may also speak with the instructor privately during office hours about your accommodations. If you have not received authorization from DRD, it is recommended that you contact them directly.
Disability Resources Department -
Tel: (707) 527-4278 Santa Rosa
Tel: (707) 778-2491 Petaluma
Email: disabilityinfo@santarosa.edu
Every effort is made to conform to accessibility standards for all instructor-created materials. Students should contact their instructor as soon as possible if they find that they cannot access any course materials. Students with disabilities who believe they need accommodations in this class are encouraged to contact Disability Resources (527-4278).
Useful Links
Cisco Networking Academy - This is where all assignments, lectures, quizzes and tests are
Supplementary Reference Reading - Arranged by chapter Cisco Networking Academy Cisco Online Learning System
Note: your username is First initial, Last name with caps for first letter of first name and last name, e.g. SRosen (if you have middle name or initial, then first 3 are used and capped, e.g. EFHutton). The starting temporary password is temp1234, log in and change you password and set your profile.