CT4004 - Networking Concepts (CCNA1 and 2) (2017/18)
Module specification | Module approved to run in 2017/18 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Module title | Networking Concepts (CCNA1 and 2) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Module level | Certificate (04) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Credit rating for module | 30 | ||||||||||||||||||||
School | School of Computing and Digital Media | ||||||||||||||||||||
Total study hours | 300 | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Running in 2017/18(Please note that module timeslots are subject to change) |
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Module summary
This module focuses on fundamental network terminology and concepts, e.g. protocols, Open System Interconnection (OSI) and TCP/IP models, Ethernet, Internet Protocol (IP) addressing, routing protocols and network devices, such as routers and switches. The module provides an opportunity for students to understand the interconnections of various networks and to be able to design and configure small-scaled networks given some typical (customers) requirements.
Module aims
To provide a firm understanding of networking terminology, models and mathematics
To introduce students to copper, optical, and wireless networking
To introduce the concepts of Ethernet switching
To enable students to perform subnetting of IP addresses
To gain an in-depth understanding of static routing protocols and default routing
To gain an in-depth understanding of dynamic routing protocols
To gain experience in designing router’s configuration for a given specification
Syllabus
Networking Fundamentals, Networking Media ,
Cable Testing, design of LANs and WANs
The OSI model and data encapsulation
Ethernet Technologies, Ethernet Switching,
TCP/IP Protocol Suite and IP Addressing, Subneting,
LAN devices and technologies,
Routing Fundamentals and Router components,
Routing protocols and router configuration
CDP and basic Networking testing, troubleshooting
Learning and teaching
Students are provided with access to the on-line curriculum and encouraged to read the material prior to lecture sessions. On the completion of a lecture on specific chapter, students take a test for which they get an automated and/or in-person feedback. Lectures are supported by hands-on laboratory work and tutorial sessions. Electronic simulations, quizzes and interactive multimedia activities are also available to encourage deep thinking and self development of students. Web support is available to students through the weblearn.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
LO1. Describe and classify computer networks and appreciate networking protocols including Routing Protocols and Configuration of a router;
LO2. Explain some of the most common internetworking components;
LO3. Describe the Open System Interconnection (OSI) reference model;
LO4. Explain the different addressing schemes in computer networking;
LO5. Describe TCP/IP suite of protocols and learn how to configure IP addresses;
LO6. Explain the flow of traffic on a LAN using the Ethernet/802.3 standards;
Assessment strategy
There are two main tests; CCNA1 and CCNA2 each carrying 50% of the module. The length of each test will be 2-hours. CCNA1 is designed to cover the LO3, 4 and 5. CCNA2 covers LO1, 5 and 6.
Bibliography
The following course material are available on-line for registered students:
1. Cisco Systems Inc., “Cisco Networking Academy Program CCNA 1 and 2 Companion Guide”, (3rd Ed.)
2. Cisco Systems Inc., “Cisco Networking Academy Program CCNA 1 and 2 Lab Companion”, (3rd Ed.)
3. Cisco Systems Inc., “Cisco Networking Academy Program CCNA 3 and 4 Companion Guide”, (3rd Ed.)
4. Cisco Systems Inc., “Cisco Networking Academy Program CCNA 3 and 4 Lab Companion”, (3rd Ed.)