Module Details

Module Code: ZNTW C1202
Module Title: Networking 2
Title: Networking 2
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Nigel Whyte
Module Author:: Tim Casey
Domains:  
Module Description: To provide the student with:
1. An understanding of IPv4 and IPv6 addressing.
2. a systematic understanding of WANs and basic routing concepts.
3. the skills required to build a basic Wide Area Network
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Demonstrate an understanding of the encapsulation process and the fundamentals of computer network security
LO2 Explain IPv4 and IPv6 addressing & sub-netting including variable length subnet masks
LO3 Demonstrate competence in configuring routers to implement basic WANs
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Basic Router Commands
Basic commands required for initial router configuration
IPv4 Addressing
Structure and use of IPv4 addresses, sub-netting and variable length subnet masks
IPv6 Addressing
Structure and use of IPv6 addresses, SLACC concepts
ICMP
Role of ICMP in Ethernet networks
Transport Layer
Segmentation process, sequence numbers, role of port numbers, TCP/UDP
Application Layer
Application Layer protocols - DNS, DHCP, SSH, HTTP, HTTPS
Network Security Fundamentals
Basic network device security, encrypted passwords, securing access
Build a basic Wide Area Network
Basic router configuration to enable data transfers between networks
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 40
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Two practical examinations to assess the student's knowledge of basic router configuration
and their ability to build simple wide area networks
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Weekly practical/laboratory work is designed to allow students to
demonstrate the achievement of the learning outcomes
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 20
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
The students will be given two online tests to
assess their understanding of IPv4 and IPv6 addressing and basic network security
Assessment Type Examination % of Total Mark 20
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
The students will be given a written test to assess their knowledge of the encapsulation process, subnetting, variable length subnet masks and routing concepts
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lecture 12 Weeks per Stage 1.00 12
Laboratory Contact Laboratory 12 Weeks per Stage 2.00 24
Estimated Learner Hours Non Contact Learner Hours 15 Weeks per Stage 5.13 77
Tutorial Contact No Description 12 Weeks per Stage 1.00 12
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • (2016), Computer Networks & Internets, Comer, 6th. Prentice Hall.
  • Wendell Odom. (2019), CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide, Volume 1, Cisco Press.
  • Wendell Odom. (2019), CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide, Volume 2, Cisco Press.
  • Scott Empson. (2019), CCNA 200-301 Portable Command Guide, 5th. Cisco Press.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
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