1. Introduction Introduction to ELCM-254 Structured Cabling 1  Paul R. Godin Updated December 2013

2. Introduction Welcome to the CMPH-254 Structured Cabling Course This presentation includes: o Instructor Contact Information o SAIT Resources o Course Information 2

3. Introduction Paul Godin Industry Experience: 13 years in Data Communications (manufacturing & distribution environment, primarily in support, technical sales and management) Instructional Experience: 15 years experience at SAIT Other Learning Experience : Industrial Electronics Over 1000 hours of industry training, approx. 100 different manufacturers Over 500 hours of courses taken since joining SAIT. BC Instructor Diploma C.E.T. Instructor Background 3

4. Introduction Contact Information SAIT Office: Tel: 403-284-8976 Room: N409D (Burns Building) Email: paul.godin @ sait.ca Personal/Home Office: Information provided in class (Schedule information available on site web page) 4

5. Introduction You may communicate with me to: Discuss any aspects of the class you wish. Discuss your marks and achievement level. Address any issues, comments or suggestions you may have. To advise me of any absence. Communication 5

6. Introduction Campus Resources Use the campus resources –Tutors and Learning Skills (284-7050) –Library & Study rooms –Recreation –Campus Health (284-8666) –SAITSA (Student Association) (284-8036) –Counselling services (any type of personal or academic issues) (284-7023) –SAITSA (Student Association, can help direct you to anything you need) (284-8036) 6

7. Introduction Office located N401 (Burns Building) o Reception: 403-284-8543 Dean: Rand Ayres Associate Dean: Mary Resch Program Chairs: o TBA (Semester 1 IT, IT-CS, BXST) o Jim Murtagh (ENT, IT-SD) o TBA (IT-TS, IT-NS, Apprentice) School of ICT Contacts 7

8. Introduction Success and Learning 8

9. Introduction FOIPP The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act is in effect at SAIT. –Your privacy is assured. –Marks, any other evaluations or personal information are not publicly given out, nor are they provided over the telephone or via email. –Discussions between the student and the instructor are kept confidential. –In some cases, such as working with a partner, marks may be shared between you and your partner. 9

10. Introduction Core Competencies & Professionalism 15% of the mark for this course is on professionalism. Industry asked for it to be a gradable component of every course; SAIT prepares students for the workforce. In a structured cabling environment this includes actions in the lab: o Safety o Facilities care and maintenance o Tool & equipment care and use o Cooperation & independence o Enthusiasm, time management, etc. 10 15%

11. Introduction Expectations Expected: o Attend (present and on-time) o Participate o Prepare & Manage o Professional o Appropriate Technology Use Not accepted: o Skipping class, being late for class and late hand-ins Safety discussions happen at the beginning of labs. Miss this and you will be refused entry. Late assessments are not accepted. Missed labs may not be completed due to schedules. o Cheating/plagiarism: cheating means you don’t value learning o Behavior that would not be accepted in a professional work environment 11

12. Introduction Attendance SAIT prepares students for the workforce. –“The policy of the Board of Governors is to expect student attendance in all aspects of every program.” –I will be taking attendance. –Attendance in ICT will affect your grade (see Outline): –10% unexcused absences = warning from instructor –20% unexcused absences = warning from Academic Chair, letter grade deduction –30% unexcused absences = meeting with Academic Chair and Fail grade 12

13. Why is Attendance Important? You are preparing for the workforce, and this includes regular (on-time) attendance. It’s about developing professional habits. General discussions, sharing opinions and working with others are important aspects of preparing for the workforce. Clarifications, missed information & activities are difficult to obtain. Some important information is only available from the in-class instruction. In addition, instructors will give clues to upcoming test questions. Lectures and discussions increase retention and decrease study time. Not all information needs to be assessed if the learner is participating in class. Without participation there is less learning. Classmates are an important learning resource. They make your experience as a student less stressful. Absences alienates you from them. Absenteeism decreases willingness for others to help, decreases core competency marks and significantly decreases odds for course success. 13

14. Introduction Attendance Instructors take attendance. If you must miss a class due to circumstances, please email or call in advance. If you miss too many classes, you will need to meet with the program coordinator. It is difficult to make up missed classes, especially missed labs. 14

15. Introduction Technology Follow the policies and guidelines for laptop and other technology use. Use responsibly. The classroom is considered a professional environment. Don’t let technology be a source of distraction for you or others. 15

16. Introduction Be a Professional Student Time Management. Manage you time and prioritize your tasks. Attendance. Catching up is often frustrating and time-consuming. More course content is discussed in class than is available in the presentation materials or textbook. Attend every class. Balance. Maintain a balance between study, sleep, and entertainment. Reward. Do what is important first, and reward yourself for accomplishing it afterward. Understand the material. Aim to understand as much of the material as possible and continually maintain your knowledge level. Prepare for the next class. If you have difficulty understanding a concept, seek help immediately. 16

17. My Personal Challenges as a Student (1) Reading Textbooks o Problem: I couldn’t retain information, had trouble being motivated, some texts put me to sleep o Solution: Set smaller goals: Don’t try to read an entire chapter; set a section or a few pages as a goal. Read often: Take frequent but short breaks between reading sessions. Read more during the day. Take notes: After every paragraph paraphrase what you just read in your own words in a notebook. Re- read if you don’t fully understand or use additional textbooks. Active reading makes a big difference. 17

18. My Personal Challenges as a Student (2) Time Management o Problem: Not enough time to study, too tired to study o Solution: Stay at school to study: There are often too many distractions at home. Effective studying means finding a distraction-free, motivating and study-inducing location. Find a place at school. You may also study with classmates. Set priorities: Study is a priority. Do not put it off. Do not start study sessions late in the evening. Set a routine. Read in advance: Knowing even a little about what is to be discussed is a significant help. Don’t skip classes 18

19. My Personal Challenges as a Student (3) Level of Understanding o Problem: Trouble understanding some concepts, panic, memorizing took a long time, did not see relevance of some subjects. o Solution: Know the basics: Understand concepts at the beginning of a course as everything builds on these concepts. Seek help immediately: Maintain a high knowledge level and keep up. Formulas: Do not memorize formulas. Understand the concepts behind the formulas. Study in advance: Do not wait for a test to prompt learning. Studying for a test should be a review. 19

20. My Personal Challenges as a Student (4) Other Know the school: o Become part of the school culture, participate in events. Resources: o Take advantage of the available resources such as tutoring and free use of facilities. Classmates: o Get to know your classmates and those in advanced semesters. Stress Management: o Stress is normal as a student. Reduce stress by being prepared & engaged. If it gets overwhelming, speak with an instructor. Trust the school: o The program has been carefully planned to include what you need in industry. We continuously maintain our courses to keep the information relevant. 20

21. Introduction ELCM-254 Structured Cabling 21

22. Introduction Course Objectives Topics related to copper and fiber optic media used for voice, data and video communications. o Technical aspects of wire & cable, connectors Provide a foundation for all usage o Standards o Installation including connectorization and splicing o Planning o Testing and troubleshooting o Maintenance o Safety 22

23. Introduction Course Structure Theory Discussion o Based on course outline o See handout Approximately 10 labs plus projects Must achieve a passing grade in the technical component (out of 85) to pass the course. 23

24. Introduction Assessments Quizzes Assignments Labs and Project Exam 24

25. Introduction Resources Textbook: Guide to Network Cabling Fundamentals by Beth Verity o This textbook has become dated & not been updated in some time Instructor PowerPoint presentations Internet Labs 25

26. Introduction Lab Expectations

27. Introduction SAIT Lab Expectations (1) Safety: Always safety-conscious. Utilize tools in an approved, safe manner. Utilize Personal Protection Devices where needed. Preparation: Complete any pre-lab preparation if required. Ready to start and complete scheduled lab exercises. Be prepared to learn. Quality of Time: Be organized and manage time. Apply efforts to getting the job done effectively and quickly. Initiative: Able to work without direction or supervision. Productive.

28. Introduction SAIT Lab Expectations (2) Use of Theory and Application: Correlate theory and practice and apply proper techniques to complete the exercises. Apply persistent effort to overcome difficulties. Attitude: Conscientious, mature, safe. Willing to carry out assignments and instructions. Willing to learn. Able to effectively work with others. Demonstrate competency. Reliability: Punctual and regular attendance. Housekeeping: Return all instruments, tools and components to their proper location. Clean and return the work area to a proper state.

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