31277 Routing and Switching Essentials
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Credit points: 6 cp
Subject level:
Undergraduate
Result type: Grade and marksRequisite(s): 31270 Networking Essentials OR 41092 Network Fundamentals
Anti-requisite(s): 32524 LANS and Routing
Recommended studies: open system interconnection (OSI); transmission control protocol/internet protocol (TCP/IP) and data network models; knowledge of networking terminology, data transmission media, data networking components and devices; internet protocol addressing
Description
This subject extends the work done in the prerequisite subject. Students will have the opportunity to both develop sound knowledge and skills to pursue a networking specialisation or to develop a clear model of how networks can impact network-based applications. Students learn the role of routing protocols and how to compare them; how to design construct and implement small to medium-sized intranets; and how to perform basic management and security tasks. The role of TCP/IP, ICMP and other protocols in IP networks are evaluated. Students also learn how CISCO routers and switches are used for the practical work.
Subject learning objectives (SLOs)
Upon successful completion of this subject students should be able to:
| 1. | Demonstrate proficiency in designing a hierarchical IPv4 addressing scheme. (D.1) |
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| 2. | Design small to medium sized networks with switches and routers given design criteria. (C.1) |
| 3. | Build and operate network infrastructure services for small to medium sized networks. (D.1) |
| 4. | Demonstrate teamwork capability and communication skills. (E.1) |
Course intended learning outcomes (CILOs)
This subject also contributes specifically to the development of the following Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs):
- Design Oriented: FEIT graduates apply problem solving, design and decision-making methodologies to develop components, systems and processes to meet specified requirements. (C.1)
- Technically Proficient: FEIT graduates apply abstraction, mathematics and discipline fundamentals, software, tools and techniques to evaluate, implement and operate systems. (D.1)
- Collaborative and Communicative: FEIT graduates work as an effective member or leader of diverse teams, communicating effectively and operating within cross-disciplinary and cross-cultural contexts in the workplace. (E.1)
Teaching and learning strategies
The subject will be delivered as weekly forums and laboratories. In the forums students will critique the learning material including online notes, videos.
In the laboratory sessions students actively practice by configuring, building and troubleshooting network models in online and/or hands-on activities by using the knowledge gathered from learning materials and forums. Students collaborate with other members to complete the group work tasks.
Students will also need to attend in-class assessments and practice in the forums and labs.An online discussion forum and Microsoft Teams will be used to facilitate online learning, disseminate information to all students, and to allow students to pose post questions, and more importantly, to answer each others’ questions. Students are expected to log into the forum and Microsoft Teams during the class time and on a frequent basis to read messages and to engage in dialogue on the subject matter.
Students are expected to pre-read all modules before they are covered in each weekto prepare themselves. Further, careful notes made at this time will greatly assist with the written assessment. During lab sessions students should make careful notes in their Engineering Journals which will be very helpful in the skills based assessments.
Content (topics)
- IP Address
- Subnetting and VLSM
- Routing Concepts
- Static Routing
- Dynamic Routing
- Switched Networks and Configurations
- VLANs
- DHCP and WLAN
- ACL and NAT
Assessment
Assessment task 1: Labs
| Intent: | This assessment is to give student feedback on labs to improve their learning efficiency. |
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| Objective(s): | This assessment task addresses the following subject learning objectives (SLOs): 1, 2, 3 and 4 This assessment task contributes to the development of the following Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs): C.1, D.1 and E.1 |
| Type: | Laboratory/practical |
| Groupwork: | Individual |
| Weight: | 10% |
Assessment task 2: Case Study
| Intent: | This assessment task evaluates students' hands-on skills using the overall technologies in this subject and team working. |
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| Objective(s): | This assessment task addresses the following subject learning objectives (SLOs): 2, 3 and 4 This assessment task contributes to the development of the following Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs): C.1, D.1 and E.1 |
| Type: | Laboratory/practical |
| Groupwork: | Group, group and individually assessed |
| Weight: | 10% |
Assessment task 3: Quizzes
| Intent: | This assessment is designed to test students conceptual understanding and problem-solving skills. |
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| Objective(s): | This assessment task addresses the following subject learning objectives (SLOs): 1, 2 and 3 This assessment task contributes to the development of the following Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs): C.1 and D.1 |
| Type: | Quiz/test |
| Groupwork: | Individual |
| Weight: | 40% |
Assessment task 4: Skills-Based Assessment
| Intent: | This assessment task evaluates students' hands-on skills using the overall technologies in this subject. |
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| Objective(s): | This assessment task addresses the following subject learning objectives (SLOs): 2 and 3 This assessment task contributes to the development of the following Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs): C.1 and D.1 |
| Type: | Laboratory/practical |
| Groupwork: | Individual |
| Weight: | 40% |
Minimum requirements
In order to pass the subject, a student must achieve an overall mark of 50% or more.
Required texts
- The primary source of information for this subject will be online course material.
- All students enrolled in this subject will be given access to CCNAv7: Introduction to Networks (ITN), CCNAv7: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials (SRWE), and CCNAv7: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation (ENSA) through the CISCO Networking Academy website (http://www.netacad.com). The CISCO Networking Academy site also contains additional learning resources, including module exams, online final exams and skills exams.
- Other subject documents and course materials, such as subject outlines, lecture notes, assignments, additional information about labs and assessments, as well as comments and answers to questions common to all students, will be distributed via Canvas (https://canvas.uts.edu.au/) under corresponding titles.
Recommended texts
CCNA: Routing and Switching Essentials Companion Guide
ISBN: 9780136729358
Published 19/08/2020 by Pearson