12 hours lectures, 24 hours labs/tutorials
Self-directed learning using on-line material
Weekly one hour lectures to supplement on-line material
On-line multiple choice tests to give formative feedback
Lab sessions every week to gain practical networking experience and reinforce theory
Access to a remote network system via Netlab+
Investigation using library and online resources

An ASSIGNMENT weighted at 100%. (Learning Outcomes 1, 2, 3).
This will be a portfolio consisting of a case study (50%) Learning outcomes 1, 2 and 3, which will look at a real world scenario and the application of practical skills to a more limited lab based scenario (50%) Learning outcomes 2 and 3.

Network Security module explores, investigates and analyses the field of network security. The module looks at various types of security threats and foundation protection, routed and switched data and management plane security controls, Implementing and maintaining VPN technologies, cryptographic systems, AAA and implementing firewall and intrusion prevention technologies.

Prior study of modules incorporating CCNA1-4 or equivalent or have passed the CCNA Qualification.

CISCO Local Academies only
On-line learning material provided by CISCO Inc.
CISCO Networking Academy programme assessment server
Specialist networking equipment: in University labs
o Cisco routers and layer 2 and 3 switches;
o Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) devices;
Specialist software:
o Cisco Configuration Professional (CCP);
o Cisco Adaptive Security Device Manager (ASDM).

NOTE
Instructors teaching this module who use the CISCO material must have completed CCNA Security certification.

CCNA Security Official Exam Certification Guide (Exam 640-554), Barker and Morris, (2012) Cisco Press, ISBN-10: 1-58720-446-0; SBN-13: 978-1-58720-446-3

CCNP Security Secure Official Exam Certification Guide (Exam 642-637), Wilkins and Smith, (2011) Cisco Press, ISBN-10: 1-58714-280-5; ISBN-13: 978-1-58714-280-2