CS 725/825 Computer Networks, IT 725 Network Technology

Course Policies

Attendance

Class attendance is important for your learning. You are responsible for all course assignments and meeting all deadlines unless exceptions are agreed upon with the instructor ahead of time. Attendance in this course is not mandatory, however, you are strongly encouraged to attend. There will be many topics covered during the lectures that are not in the textbook or posted slides. It is unlikely that you will be successful in the course without attending the lectures. If you need to miss class for a planned activity, let the instructor know ahead of time. See the Attendance and Class Requirements policy in the undergraduate catalog.

Temporary Academic Supports for Extended Absences with Letter

If you are dealing with an unexpected, extenuating circumstance that will keep you out of class or affect your performance for more than a day or two, reach out to the Dean of Students (dean.students@unh.edu) to request a letter be sent to all your faculty.

If you are required to miss significant nuber of lectures, you will be provided temporary academic supports so that you can continue to make satisfactory progress in this course. Please contact the course instructor to discuss the specific types of supports that will be implemented during your absence. Possible options you may be provided in this class include:

Student Accessibility Services

According to the Americans with Disabilities Act (as amended, 2008), each student with a disability has the right to request services from UNH to accommodate their disability. If you are a student with a documented disability or believe you may have a disability that requires accommodations, please contact Student Accessibility Services (SAS); 227 Smith Hall, or sas.office@unh.edu.

Accommodation letters are created by SAS with the student. Please follow-up with your instructor as soon as possible to ensure timely implementation of the identified accommodations in the letter. Faculty have an obligation to respond once they receive official notice of accommodations from SAS, but are under no obligation to provide retroactive accommodations.

For more information, contact SAS: 227 Smith Hall, https://www.unh.edu/sas, 603.862.2607, 711 (Relay NH) or sas.office@unh.edu

Emotional or Mental Health Distress

Your academic success and overall mental health is very important. If, during the semester, you find you are experiencing emotional or mental health issues, please contact the University's Psychological and Counseling Services (PACS) (3rd floor, Smith Hall; 603-862-2090/TTY: 7-1-1) which provides counseling appointments and other mental health services. If urgent, students may call PACS M-F, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., and schedule an Urgent Same-Day Appointment.

CFAR

Center for Academic Resources (CFAR) is where students can go to improve their study skills, time management, and understanding of UNH's academic culture. Their professional educational counselors and peer academic mentors work within students' course materials to demonstrate best practices for learning concepts and preparing for exams. Find an appointment with an academic mentor of your choice on the CFAR calendar at https://unh.mywconline.com. To talk with a professional educational counselor, email us at unh.cfar@unh.edu; use Chat Live on our website at https://www.unh.edu/cfar; or stop by Smith Hall Second floor, Monday-Friday from 8:00-4:30. The CFAR website also has a large selection of study tips and tools and STEM videos.

Classroom Behavior Expectations

To ensure a climate of learning for all, disruptive or inappropriate behavior may result in exclusion (removal) from this class. As a reminder mobile phone use is strongly discouraged, including any form of messaging.

Class Recording Policy

Class lectures and activities may be recorded in order to make this course more accessible, and recordings may be made available to students presently enrolled in the class to assist in reviewing material and preparing for assessments. Recordings are to be used for educational use/purposes only. Students may not record class activities (including screenshots showing instructors and students) without express permission from their instructor. If permission is granted, student-initiated recordings may only be used for educational purposes in this class and only during the period in which the student is enrolled in the class; authorized student-initiated recordings may not be posted or shared in any fashion outside of the class.

Confidentiality and Mandatory Reporting of Sexual Violence or Harassment

The University of New Hampshire and its faculty are committed to assuring a safe and productive educational environment for all students and for the university as a whole. To this end, the university requires faculty members to report to the university's Title IX Coordinator (Bo Zaryckyj, Bo.Zaryckyj@unh.edu, 603-862-2930/1527 TTY) any incidents of sexual violence and harassment shared by students. If you wish to speak to a confidential support service provider who does not have this reporting responsibility because their discussions with clients are subject to legal privilege, you can contact SHARPP (Sexual Harassment & Rape Prevention Program) at (603) 862-7233/TTY (800) 735-2964. For more information about what happens when you report, how the university treats your information once a report is made to the Title IX Coordinator, your rights and reporting options at UNH (including anonymous reporting options) please visit student reporting options.

Help us improve our campus and community climate. If you have observed or experienced an incident of bias, discrimination or harassment, please report the incident by contacting the Civil Rights & Equity Office at UNH.civilrights@unh.edu or TEL # (603) 862-2930 voice/ (603) 862-1527 TTY / 7-1-1 Relay NH, or visit the CREO website. Anonymous reports may be submitted.

Credit Hour Policy

This syllabus reflects the federal definition of a credit hour, which entails a minimum 3 hours of engaged time per week per credit over a 15-week semester. Examples of engaged time include class time, assignments, examinations, laboratories, participation in course-related experiences, and office hours. Student work reflects intended learning outcomes and is verified through evidence of student achievement. For more information, please see: NECHE Policy on Credits and Degrees