Fall 2024
Configuring Advanced Windows Server Operating Systems
Approved: Initials/date Configuring Advanced Windows Server Operating Systems (ITMT 1305 6A1) INSTRUCTOR CONTACT INFORMATION Instructor: Susan Joiner Email: sljoiner@lit.edu Office Phone: 409-247-5326 Office Location: TA 4 Room 103B Office Hours: MWF 7:30-8:00am; 12:00-3:00pm TR 7:30-8:00am; 12:00-3:00pm CREDIT 3 Semester Credit Hours (2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab) MODE OF INSTRUCTION Face to Face PREREQUISITE/CO-REQUISITE: None COURSE DESCRIPTION Advanced configuration tasks required to deploy, manage, and maintain a Windows Server operating system infrastructure. Additional topics include fault tolerance, certificate services, and identity federation. COURSE OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to • Configure and manage high availability. • Optimize file and storage solutions. • Implement business continuity and disaster recovery. • Configure network services such as DHCP, DNS, and IPAM. • Design and implement an Active Directory Infrastructure. • Install and configure identity and access solutions. REQUIRED TEXTBOOK AND MATERIALS 1. Cengage MindTap access to Hands-On Microsoft Windows Server 2019, 3rd Edition, Eckert, Jason W.; Cengage, 2021 a. How to buy your Course Materials Step 1: Sign into Blackboard and click on this course Step 2: Click on the Cengage link: Getting Started in the Getting Started Module. Step 3: Create or sign into your Cengage account to access or purchase the materials for this course. NOTE: If you are taking additional courses that use Cengage materials, you can save by purchasing a Cengage Unlimited plan, which gives you access to all Cengage eTextbooks and online homework platforms for one price. Visit cengage.com/unlimited to learn more. b. Beware of sites that are selling discounted codes. These sources are likely unauthorized sellers who have acquired access codes illegally, and transactions with such sources may pose a risk to your personal information. c. Need help? Visit startstrong.cengage.com for step-by-step registration instructions and videos. ATTENDANCE POLICY Three absences are allowed. If a student is tardy to class or departs early three (3) times, it will be equal to one (1) absence. Each absence beyond three absences will result in a 2 point deduction from your final grade. DROP POLICY If you wish to drop a course, you are responsible for initiating and completing the drop process by the specified drop date as listed on the Academic Calendar. If you stop coming to class and fail to drop the course, you will earn an “F” in the course. STUDENT EXPECTED TIME REQUIREMENT For every hour in class (or unit of credit), students should expect to spend at least two to three hours per week studying and completing assignments. For a 3-credit-hour class, students should prepare to allocate approximately six to nine hours per week outside of class in a 16- week session OR approximately twelve to eighteen hours in an 8-week session. Online/Hybrid students should expect to spend at least as much time in this course as in the traditional, face-to-face class. COURSE CALENDAR (Subject to change) DATE TOPIC READINGS ASSIGNMENTS (Due on this Date) Week 1 8/26-9/1 Introduction/Syllabus None None Week 2 9/1-9/8 Getting Started with Windows Server 2019 Chapter 1 Lab 1-1 Quiz 1 Study Guide 9/8/2024 Week 3 9/8-9/15 Configuring Windows Server 2019 Chapter 2 Lab 2-1 Quiz 2 Study Guide 9/15/2024 Week 4 9/15-9/22 Implementing Hyper- V and Rapid Server Deployment Chapter 3 Lab 3-1 Lab 3-2 Quiz 3 Study Guide 9/22/2024 Week 5 9/22-9/29 Introduction to Active Directory and Account Management Chapter 4 Lab 4-1 Lab 4-2 Quiz 4 Study Guide 9/29/2024 Week 6 9/29-10/6 Configuring Resource Access Chapter 5 Lab 5-1 Lab 5-2 Quiz 5 Study Guide 10/6/2024 Week 7 10/6-10/13 Configuring Printing Chapter 6 Quiz 6 Study Guide 10/13/2024 Week 8 10/13-10/20 Configuring and Managing Data Storage Chapter 7 Lab 7-1 Lab 7-2 Quiz 7 Study Guide 10/20/2024 Week 9 10/20-10-27 Configuring and Managing Network Services Chapter 8 Lab 8-1 Lab 8-2 Quiz 8 Study Guide 10/27/2024 Week 10 10/27-11/3 Configuring and Managing Remote Access Services Chapter 9 Lab 9-1 Lab 9-2 Quiz 9 Study Guide 11/3/2024 Week 11 11/3-11/10 Configuring Web Services and Cloud Technologies Chapter 10 Quiz 10 Study Guide 11/10/2024 Week 12 11/10-11/17 Managing and Securing Windows Networks Chapter 11 Lab 11-1 Quiz 11 Study Guide 11/17/2024 Week 13 11/17-11/24 Monitoring and Troubleshooting Windows Server 2019 Chapter 12 Lab 12-1 Lab 12-2 Quiz 12 Study Guide 11/24/2024 Week 14 11/24-12/1 Make-up Make-up 12/8/2024 Week 15 12/1-12/8 Review Review 12/8/2024 Week 16 12/8-12/11 Final Exam Final Exam 12/10/2024 COURSE EVALUATION Final grades will be calculated according to the following criteria: Labs 40% Module Quizzes Study Guides 20% 10% Final Exam 30% GRADE SCALE • 90-100 A • 80-89 B • 70-79 C • 60-69 D • 0-59 F LIT does not use +/- grading scales ACADEMIC DISHONESTY Students found to be committing academic dishonesty (cheating, plagiarism, or collusion) may receive disciplinary action. Students need to familiarize themselves with the institution’s Academic Dishonesty Policy available in the Student Catalog & Handbook at http://catalog.lit.edu/content.php?catoid=3&navoid=80#academic-dishonesty. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS The latest technical requirements, including hardware, compatible browsers, operating systems, etc. can be online at https://lit.edu/online-learning/online-learning-minimum-computer-requirements. A functional broadband internet connection, such as DSL, cable, or WiFi is necessary to maximize the use of online technology and resources. DISABILITIES STATEMENT The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 are federal anti-discrimination statutes that provide comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. LIT provides reasonable accommodations as defined in the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, to students with a diagnosed disability. The Special Populations Office is located in the Eagles’ Nest Room 129 and helps foster a supportive and inclusive educational environment by maintaining partnerships with faculty and staff, as well as promoting awareness among all members of the Lamar Institute of Technology community. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Special Populations Coordinator at (409)-951-5708 or email specialpopulations@lit.edu. You may also visit the online resource at Special Populations - Lamar Institute of Technology (lit.edu). STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT STATEMENT It is the responsibility of all registered Lamar Institute of Technology students to access, read, understand and abide by all published policies, regulations, and procedures listed in the LIT Catalog and Student Handbook. The LIT Catalog and Student Handbook may be accessed at www.lit.edu. Please note that the online version of the LIT Catalog and Student Handbook supersedes all other versions of the same document. STARFISH LIT utilizes an early alert system called Starfish. Throughout the semester, you may receive emails from Starfish regarding your course grades, attendance, or academic performance. Faculty members record student attendance, raise flags and kudos to express concern or give praise, and you can make an appointment with faculty and staff all through the Starfish home page. You can also login to Blackboard or MyLIT and click on the Starfish link to view academic alerts and detailed information. It is the responsibility of the student to pay attention to these emails and information in Starfish and consider taking the recommended actions. Starfish is used to help you be a successful student at LIT. ADDITIONAL COURSE POLICIES/INFORMATION 1. Email is the preferred method of communication (sljoiner@lit.edu). I cannot respond to Blackboard Messages, I can see them but I have no way to respond. 2. No food, drinks, use of tobacco products, or vaping products in class. 3. Electronic devices not being used for the class, such as phones and headphones, must be turned off while in class. Any device usage during class may result in a deduction of points on an assignment or test. 4. Do not bring children to class. 5. Certification: If a student passes the certification test that is associated with this class, you will receive an “A” on the final exam and credit for 25% of your labs. 6. A grade of ‘C’ or better must be earned in this course for credit toward degree requirement. 7. All assignment due dates are indicated in the Blackboard course for this class and the course calendar above. Any work submitted after the assigned due date will receive a 10-point deduction. 8. Tests are assigned a due date and must be completed by that date. There will be a 2-day grace period and a 15-point deduction for missed exams. It is the student’s responsibility to contact the instructor for an extension. 9. All assignments must be submitted via Blackboard unless specified by your instructor. All assignments require 2 files when submitting work. Assignments submitted through any other method will not receive credit. 10. Grades for assignments may be accessed through My Grades in Blackboard. Each assignment shows your grade and any grading comments made on your assignment. 11. Chapter Exam grades may be accessed through the Cisco website until they are transferred to the Gradebook in Blackboard. 12. It is the student’s responsibility to verify transferred exam grades and ask for corrections if needed. 13. All work is due before the final exam date. Nothing will be graded after the final exam. Certification Requirement Cyber Security majors are required to earn certification in one of the following areas prior to graduation. • A+ Certification • Network+ Certification • Security+ Certification • Linux+ Certification • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) This course covers part of the material to prepare for the Cisco Certified Network Associate v1.0 (CCNA 200-301) certification exam. All three Cisco courses must be completed to cover the material for the CCNA exam. Students are responsible for scheduling and paying for the certification through the LIT Testing Center. More information about the certification can be found online at http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/training-events/training-certifications/certifications.html.