IY2S417 - Configuring Networks 01 Jul 2022 - 30 Jul 2030 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | IY2S417 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Configuring Networks | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Cyber Security | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Cyber Security | ||
| Module Leader: | Madhu Khurana | ||
| Module Team: | Joshua Richards, Rachael Medhurst, Beth Jenkins, Sharan Johnstone, Andrew Bellamy, Emma Derbi, Peter Eden, Richard Ward, Arun Kumar, Nisha Rawindaran, Mamoun Qasem, Christopher Tubb, Chelsea Cooper, Ashley Nute, Barbara Hayman, David Reed, Gaynor Davies, Robert James, Richard Roberts | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2024 | Final Year of Intake: | 2029 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 5 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100365 - computer networks | 100376 - computer and information security | 100385 - computer forensics |
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 20 | 50 | 30 |
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Jul 2022 |
| Valid To | 30 Jul 2030 |
Module Aims
To introduce basic networking concepts in a practical context, including the design, installation and configuration of a network.
To introduce networking protocols and services including addressing mechanisms, in the context of existing and emerging network technologies and standards
Content Summary
Introduction to networking and common network devices.
End and intermediate devices and cabling configuration.
Introduction to Ports and Protocols covering: Ethernet and Internet Protocol, Network protocols and Connectivity Verification
Network Communication Devices and services
Network design, device addressing and subnetting
Network security infrastructure and emerging technologies
Introduction to Cloud networks and IoT
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 12 |
| Seminars | 12 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 24 |
| Independent Study | 72 |
| Directed Study | 52 |
| Formative Assessment - Scheduled | 2 |
| Groupwork | 6 |
| Interdisciplinary work | 10 |
| Problem / challenge based learning | 10 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Practical and theoretical understanding of installation and configuration of?a?network. |
| LO2 | Demonstrate knowledge of the theoretical and practical issues of network design and maintenance, in the context of existing and emerging network technologies and standards. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Report 1 | A discussion report on network protocols, common vulnerabilities and mitigation techniques. | 0 | 2500 | 60 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Practical Written Work 1 | Design and implement a network solution for a given scenario. | 0 | 2000 | 40 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Report 1 | ✘ | ✔ | |
| Practical Written Work 1 | ✘ | ✔ | |