IY1S407 - Network Configuration 01 Sep 2024 - 31 Jul 2030 | Version 0
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | IY1S407 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Network Configuration | ||
| 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, Emma Derbi, Beth Jenkins, Sharan Johnstone, Andrew Bellamy, Peter Eden, Richard Ward, Arun Kumar, Nisha Rawindaran | ||
| 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 | 100376 - computer and information security | 100385 - computer forensics |
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 30 | 40 | 30 |
Document Version Information
| Version | 0 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2024 |
| Valid To | 31 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 |
| Tutorial | 12 |
| Practical Classes and Workshops | 24 |
| Independent Study | 72 |
| Direct 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 | Demonstrate a 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synchronous Onsite Practical Assessment | Practical Coursework (Onsite) 1 | A discussion report on network protocols, common vulnerabilities and mitigation techniques. | 0 | 2000 | 40 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Practical Assessment | Practical Coursework (Onsite) 2 | Design and implement a network solution for a given scenario. | 0 | 2500 | 60 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Practical Coursework (Onsite) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Practical Coursework (Onsite) 2 | ✔ | ✔ | |