Cuyamaca College
CIS Department

CIS 214 Syllabus

 Instructor:                     Usama B Georges
Office hours:                 By Appointment
Daytime Phone:            (619) 683-3273 x32
e-mail:                          usama.georges@gcccd.net or ugeorges@foundationcollege.com
Class Time:                   Monday & Wednesday, 7:30 PM – 9:50 PM
Location:                      Cuyamaca College , classroom E108

Required books:          Web Servers, Security, & Maintenance, Eric Larson. Brian Stephens
ISBN 0-13-022534-7

Additional Books:        

Required Software:       Microsoft 2000 Server. OS, Any work station OS (preferred 2000 Pro Virus protection software.

Other Material        :     Zip disk 100-200 MB, 4 floppy disks 1.4 MB

Electronic Resources:    Blackboard via the Web.  

Course Description

A course to develop basic knowledge of Web servers administration and Security.  The broad overview of topics includes Web Server organization, Exploring Web marketing, and Understanding web development. The lab portion of the course will consist of building and maintaining static web sites with limited database-enabled and interactive functionality.

This course adheres to the policies outlined in the Cuyamaca College catalog.  For further information, see Academic Policies stated in the catalog

Prerequisites:

CIS 190 is a must in addition to basic foundation in networking concepts as well as familiarity with Windows 95/98/ME, Windows NT, and Windows 2000 would benefit students taking this course.

Course Objectives

The main goal of this course is to provide students with a comprehensive overview of the features and functions of different types of web servers. This includes a look at the configuration, management, and networking functionality of Windows IIS 5.5 in both large and small network environments. The course is comprised of a combination of theory, review questions, case studies, hands-on exercises, and additional homework assignments. By the end of the course, students should have the ability to configure and support web servers running on Windows and Unix/Linux serves.

 Web Site

Supplementary information for this course is available at http://blackboard.gcccd.net:8920/ . The website contains class notes, slides reviewed in class, the course syllabus, test dates, and information pertinent to the additional assignments (due dates, grading structure, etc.). General information (such as instructor contact information and URLs mentioned in class) and answers to the end-of-chapter review questions, assignments, and projects can also be found on this site.

Instructional Approach

To pursue the course objectives classes will be a mixture of lecture and discussion format, in class assignments, projects, research papers, and student’s presentations. Lectures will cover the theoretical aspects of the course. All students are expected to contribute to discussions in class. Sharing pertinent work experience is particularly valuable.

Grading and Evaluation Criteria

 The grading scheme for the course is comprised of five main elements including a midterm test, submission of class assignments, weekly quizzes, a final exam, and class participation. The percentage breakdown of each element is provided below:  

 Important Dates: 

Class Information and Rules:

• Attendance at each session is critical.  The instructor may drop a student for excessive absences - consisting of any 12 hours of non-consecutive class time.

• Students are expected to be on time for every class.  Late arrivals cause disruptions.  If you must arrive late, please do not disturb others with questions.  If you have any questions about Cuyamaca’s official attendance policy, please refer to Cuyamaca’s catalog.

• Absolutely no cell phones or pagers allowed to be used in class.  These devices must be turned off or set to vibrate mode while in the classroom. You may use the phone outside the class on emergencies

• Student work assignments shall be turned in at the beginning of the class period.  Late assignments and/or makeup quizzes/exams will be accepted only with the prior approval of the instructor.  If you are unable to attend a class session and have an assignment due, e-mail it or make other arrangements to get it to the instructor prior to the class session.

• Students are responsible for all of the terms and concepts in the chapters covered.  All reading assignments are to be completed prior to the scheduled class session.

• Assignments may be amended as deemed necessary by the instructor.

• All students must take the final exam in order to receive any grade other than an “F”.

 Class Participation:

Participation includes attendance, punctuality, and contributions to class discussions.  Those students who show innovation, creativity, and demonstrate extra effort will score higher on the participation points segment of the grade.  Those who demonstrate average, active participation and attitude, score accordingly.  Students who disturb or interfere with the class by inappropriate conversations will also score accordingly.  The participation points are earned (as determined by the instructor) based on the criteria listed above.

 Additional Information:

 For those students with disabilities, assistance may be available through Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSPS) Office.  Please contact them at Room A-03 or via phone at 660-4215 to determine the procedures to obtain assistance

Instructor Information:

 Education:        * Coleman College , La Mesa-CA: Masters Information Systems

* University of Baghdad , Baghdad-Iraq: BS in Computer Information Systems

                        * Royal Academy of Sandhurst , England-UK: H.N.D. Management and Leadership

                        * University of Surry , England - UK : BS Electronic Engineering

Employment:     * Network Security Consultant for a myriad of renowned companies

*IT Manager Foundation College

*Chair of Programs & Curriculum Development, Foundation College , San Diego

                        * Help desk Manager for San Diego Futures Foundation

                        * Lead instructor, Foundation College , San Diego

                        * Senior Technical Advisor for Micron Corp. 1998-2002, San Diego

                        * Level II Engineers Supervisor Titan Corp 2002, San Diego

Teaching:          15+ years teaching/training Information Technology at different schools and organizations

                        Adjunct Instructor at Cuyamaca College , Coleman College , University of Phoenix and Foundation College.

Course Outline