This module covers comprehensive networking concepts and skills, from network applications to the protocols and services provided to those applications. You will progress from basic networking to more complex enterprise and theoretical networking models later in the curriculum. The module covers some of these key areas:



Network Components and Basic Device Configuration

Protocols, standards and reference models

Number Systems and IP addressing

Ethernet Frame

Address Resolution

IPv4 and IPv6 and subnetting

Security Threats and Vulnerabilities

LAN Security Concepts and Device security configurations

Wireless Network Concepts

Routing Protocols (Static, RIPv2 and OSPF)

LAN Design and Scale to Larger Networks

Written online test – The written test will focus on practical issues of installation and configuration, networking models, and discussion of security implications in given scenarios (Learning Outcomes 1, 2, and 4).

Practical lab assessment - A lab-based assessment to design, implement and test a given network from a provided case study (Learning Outcomes 3 and 4).

There will be 6 one-hour lectures/sessions to supplement on-line material for the first 4 – 6 weeks. There after you will undertake self-directed learning using online material. All students will have a guided study plan to support personal studies’ planning.

1. Perform end device, intermediary device and LAN troubleshooting, installation and configuration

Analysis,
Application,
Enquiry,
Problem Solving



2. Demonstrate knowledge of the OSI and TCP/IP models and IP addressing with subnetting

Knowledge & Understanding,
Learning



3. Design and test a small routable network comprising switched LAN and WAN components

Analysis,
Problem Solving,
Communication,
Application



4. Implement and evaluate the security implications within a small routable network

Problem Solving,
Communication,
Application,
Reflection

Introduction to Networks Companion Guide (CCNAv7). Publisher Cisco Networking Academy, Released October 2020
Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials Companion Guide (CCNAv7). Publisher Cisco Networking Academy, Released November 2020

CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide, Volume 2 by Wendell Odom. Publisher: Cisco Press, Release Date: December 2019
Computer Networks, Global Edition, Pearson; 6th edition, A. Tanenbaum, 2021

Lecture slides, recorded videos, lab documents and activities accessed through the VLE

Simulation tools for network logical design, configurations and testing

Other resources – Virtual Machines and Wireshark



Students studying this module will be able to access online materials including the Cisco Networking Academy online

curriculum (http://www.netacad.com), and the VLE.

On this module you will develop workforce readiness skills and build a foundation for success in networking-related careers and degree programs. You will learn, apply, and practice network knowledge and skills through a series of in-depth hands-on experiences and simulated activities that reinforce your learning.