Module Database Search
| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title | |||
| Introduction to Networking | |||
| Reference | CM1110 | Version | 2 |
| Created | June 2022 | SCQF Level | SCQF 7 |
| Approved | March 2021 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | July 2022 | ECTS Points | 7.5 |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| To provide students with knowledge and understanding of data communications and computer networks, and the ability to set up data communications links and select optimal network configurations. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
|---|---|
| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Select suitable equipment, and protocols for use in a small network. |
| 2 | Diagnose problems and propose solutions to basic problems in equipment selection and configurations in a network. |
| 3 | Analyse and design IP addressing schemes for a small network. |
| 4 | Configure a small network. |
| 5 | Troubleshoot a small network. |
| Indicative Module Content |
|---|
| Exploring the Network: Communicating in a Network-Centric World, the Network as a Platform, LANs, WANs Network Operating System: IOS Bootcamp, Getting Basics, Addressing Schemes. Network Layer: Network Layer Protocols, Routing, Routers, Configuring a Cisco Router. IP Addressing: IPv4 Network Addresses, IPv6 Network Addresses, Connectivity Verification. Subnetting IP Networks: Subnetting an IPv4 Network, Addressing Schemes, Design Considerations for IPv6. Network Access: Data Link Layer, Media Access Control, Physical Layer, Network Media. Ethernet: Ethernet Protocol, LAN Switches. |
| Module Delivery |
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| This module is taught using a structured programme of lectures, lab sessions, web-based learning materials, web-based activities, practical exercises and student centred learning. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 30 | N/A |
| Non-Contact Hours | 120 | N/A |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 150 | N/A |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
| Description: | Coursework consisting of both practical and theoretical elements covering all module learning outcomes. | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| Explanatory Text | |
| This module is assessed on a pass/unsuccessful basis. The Module Grade is based on performance in Component 1 (coursework) as detailed below. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| Pass | Pass in C1. |
| Fail | Fail, i.e. unsuccessful, in C1. |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | None. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| ADDITIONAL NOTES |
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| This module represents the equivalent of Course 1 of the four course CCNA (Cisco Certified Networking Associate) Routing and Switching Curriculum. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
|---|---|
| 1 | STALLINGS, W. Data and Computer Communications, 10th edition, 2015 |
| 2 | KUROSE, J & ROSS, Computer Networking: A Top-Down Approach, Global Edition, Pearson; 7th edition, 2016 |
| 3 | TANENBAUM, A & WETHERALL, D (2013) Computer Networks. 5th Ed. Pearson |
| 4 | BUELTA, J., 2019. Hands-on Docker for Microservices with Python : design, deploy, and operate a complex system with multiple microservices using docker and Kubernetes. Packt Publishing |
| 5 | KUNDAN, A. P., 2019. Intelligent automation with VMware: apply machine learning techniques to VMware virtualization and networking. Packt Publishing |