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Welcome NET Students

Welcome NET Students. Graduating class of 2018 September 3 rd , 2014. Who are we…. David Bray: Algonquin’s BIT‐NET Academic Coordinator Upper-year networking professor Coordinator of Algonquin’s Cisco Networking Academy Email: brayd@algonquincollege.com Marc St-Hilaire:

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Welcome NET Students

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  1. Welcome NET Students Graduating class of 2018 September 3rd, 2014

  2. Who are we… • David Bray: • Algonquin’s BIT‐NET Academic Coordinator • Upper-year networking professor • Coordinator of Algonquin’s Cisco Networking Academy • Email: brayd@algonquincollege.com • Marc St-Hilaire: • Carleton’s BIT‐NET Academic Coordinator • Upper-year networking professor • Researcher: Planning and design of computer networks • Email: marc_st_hilaire@carleton.ca • Feel free to pick up business cards…

  3. When should you contact us? • First point of contact for any issues • See prof first, for issues concerning a specific course • Email is our preferred way of communication • As much as possible, try to set an appointment with us. This will allow us to prepare as needed… • Schedule for David Bray • Schedule for Marc St-Hilaire: • Wed:1:30-2:30pm • Thu: 11am – 12 • Or any other time by appointment

  4. What are the sources of information for the NET program? • BIT website: www.bitDegree.ca • BIT Handbook • Schedule is for convenience…refer to Carleton Central for your official schedule • Demo contact info for key people • Carleton website: www.carleton.ca • Undergraduate calendar (Courses, programs, regulations, etc.) • All BIT classes follow Carleton’s term calendar (not Algonquin’s): • Important Dates for the academic year • Algonquin Student Handbook: • Blackboard • College Services • Health Services, Lost & Found, Peer Tutoring, Parking, etc • College Directives • Quick Reference Phone Numbers

  5. What are the lab sections for? When do they start? • Labs = hands on • Several lab sections (section Ax) so that you have access to all the necessary equipment and enjoy better prof:student ratios • Demo of alternate schedule • At Algonquin, labs start on day 1 • unless specifically informed otherwise • At Carleton, labs do not usually start until the 2nd or 3rd week… • verify with each course instructor

  6. Where do I get my student cards? • Carleton student card: • 407 University Centre • Can be used almost everywhere on campus • Algonquin student card: • Get proof of BIT student status from Algonquin’s Registrar’s Office • Take that and your Carleton student ID card to room C044 to obtain an Algonquin student ID card • Allows you to enjoy facilities at both campuses…

  7. Do I get my Cisco certification after my 4 years? • No; at your option, you can write the official Cisco Certification exams. • Best practice: • Write your exam as soon as you can, while the details are still fresh in your memory. • Write your CCNA after 2nd year • Write each CCNP test (3 in total) shortly after completing the corresponding NET course in 3rd and 4th year.

  8. What kind of laptop do I need? • No specific needs • All equipment is available at both campuses • Most students will still use their own laptop during the lectures and labs. • Mac and PC

  9. What should I bring to my first lectures? • Your rapt attention! ;) • Pen and paper to take notes • Or your tablet, laptop, etc, if you’re that proficient! • During the first lecture, the instructor will go through the course outline and explain what is required for success in the course.

  10. What textbooks do I need to buy? • Will be mentioned during the first lecture and also written in the course outline. • Algonquin Bookstore • Carleton Bookstore

  11. Where do I go on my 1st day at Algonquin? • Tomorrow (Thu, Sept 4), your classes will be at Algonquin • Quick e‐Tour of Algonquin • http://www.algonquinhosting.ca/~brayd/

  12. Final words of wisdom… • Do you best not to get behind. • Failing some courses can delay you by a year • Ask for help when needed – don't wait until the end of the course. • Get involved in various associations, sport teams, campus life, BIT society, etc.

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