Networks

1.0 Title Introduction to Networks 2.0 Paper Number ITC505 3.0 Breakdown of Hours Contact hours 85 Self-Directed Learning hours 65 Total hours 150 4.0 Level and Credits Level 5, 15 credits 5.0 Purpose Statement To introduce fundamental concepts and technologies in networking and implement a simple network. 6.0 Entry Requirements Acceptance into the programme. 7.0 Learning Outcomes At the successful completion of this paper, students will have the following knowledge and skills: 7.1 Apply a broad operational knowledge of networking to meet typical organisational requirements including: reference models, addressing, cabling, wireless, protocols, topologies, security, industry networking standards, LAN and WAN devices ALLOCATION OF HOURS :CONTACT HOURS Mode of delivery Hours Lectures 34 Laboratory Work 47 Exams 4 RECOMMENDED/SUGGESTED ALLOCATION OF HOURS- STUDENT DIRECTED LEARNING Learning Activity Recommended Hours Assignments 20 Study lecture material 30 Research 15 7.2 Apply a broad operational knowledge of networking services and technologies to meet typical organisational requirements including: name resolution, access to data, applications, printing, authentication 8.0 Content and Context 8.1 Network topologies 8.2 Network technologies 8.3 Transmission media, types and features 8.4 Protocols and standards 8.5 Troubleshooting operating system and network hardware 8.6 Users and network security and administration for operating systems 8.7 Troubleshooting tools and techniques 8.8 Network addressing 9.0 Teaching and Learning Approaches Learning outcome Teaching and Learning Approaches 1 Lectures, Tutorials, Laboratory Exercises 2 Lectures, Tutorials, Laboratory Exercises 10.0 Requirements for Successful Completion of the Paper 10.1 Attendance Attendance at all sessions is strongly advised. Where a student is absent she/he will be required to negotiate a learning contract for the work missed with the tutor concerned. 10.2 Summative Assessment Grade for the Paper No minimum grades are required for any piece of assessment. Assessments Assessment Activity Weighting Learning Outcomes Practical 40% 1,2 Paperwork 30% 1,2 Theory Exam 30% 1,2 Skills integration challenges 20% [Practical] Hands on challenges 20% [Practical] Chapter exams 30% [Paperwork] Theory Exam 30% [Theory Exam] Practical (individual; learning outcome 1,2) Students will complete skills integration challenges that require students to correctly configure addressing, cabling, security, LAN and WAN devices with a simulation tool. Five specific challenges will be selected and students will aim to complete one every three weeks on average in lab time. Time Limit: 3 weeks per skills integration on average. Hands on Challenges (individual; learning outcomes 1,2) Students will complete hands on challenges in controlled lab environment that require students to correctly configure addressing, cabling, security, LAN and WAN devices with a simulation tool. Time Limit: 2 hours per challenge. Chapter Exams (individual; learning outcome 1,2) A practical and theory based open book exam that examines a specific chapter of the paper material once it has been delivered. There are 11 chapters in total, with 10 of the chapters being selected for evaluation. As examples: Chapter 3: Network Protocols and Communications [includes reference models industry network standards] Chapter 7: IP Addressing [includes addressing] Time Limit: 1 hour per chapter exam. Theory Exam (individual; learning outcome 1,2) A theory based (closed book) exam. Students are given 60 questions that cover the full range of taught paper material. Questions are multiple choice and/or short answer. Examples include differentiating elements of reference models [OSI vs TCP/IP] and differentiating elements of name services. Time Limit: 90 minutes 11.0 Key References Michael E. Whitman, Herbert J. Mattord, David Mackey, Andrew Green (2012). Guide to Network Security. (1st). Cengage Wendell Odom (2013). Introduction to Networking. Pearson Lazaro (Laz) J. Diaz (2014). The Only IP Book You Will Ever Need!: Unraveling the mysteries of IPv4 & IPv6. (1st). CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform