IY1S411 - Network Technologies in Practice 01 Sep 2024 - 30 Jul 2030 | Version 0
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | IY1S411 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Network Technologies in Practice | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Cyber Security | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Cyber Security | ||
| Module Leader: | Christopher Tubb | ||
| Module Team: | Ashley Nute, Barbara Hayman, David Reed, Gaynor Davies, Robert James, Christopher Harrison, Michael Aubrey, Dafydd Griffiths, Richard Roberts | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2024 | Final Year of Intake: | 2029 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100365 - computer networks | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 0 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2024 |
| Valid To | 30 Jul 2030 |
Module Aims
To introduce network concepts in a practical context, relating these to issues of cyber security
Content Summary
Students will acquire a comprehensive understanding of fundamental concepts in computer networks and operating systems.
Including
Diverse Topologies
Ethernet
TCP/IP
Operating Systems
Memory and Disk Management
Processor Scheduling
Device Management, and their interplay in modern computing systems.
Students will demonstrate understanding by the ability to apply security measures within network environments and deploying this within operating systems.
Including
Identifying Vulnerabilities and Threats
The crucial role of operating systems in managing network resources.
Implementing security protocols
Handling Threats
Deploying measures for intrusion prevention and response.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Seminar | 24 |
| Practical Classes and Workshops | 24 |
| Independent Study | 80 |
| Direct Study (Including online independent learning) | 60 |
| Formative Assessment - Independent | 12 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Demonstrate Comprehensive Understanding of Network Technologies and Operating Systems |
| LO2 | Apply appropriate varied Security Measures in Network Environments |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synchronous Onsite Practical Assessment | Simulation (Onsite) 1 | Assessment of application of knowledge and practical skills to real-world problems via simulation of an event or situation that reproduces the real-life characters with which a learner physically or virtually interacts | 120 | N/A | 40 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Practical Written Work 1 | Students will write up of a piece of practical work that has been undertaken | 0 | 2000 | 60 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Simulation (Onsite) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Practical Written Work 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |