Course Title: Install, configure and test a local area network switch
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2018
Course Code: EEET7373C
Course Title: Install, configure and test a local area network switch
School: 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4378 - Certificate IV in Information Technology Networking
Course Contact: Alex Buono
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4475
Course Contact Email: alex.buono@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Mark Tasman
Leonardo Ciavarella
9925 4711
leonardo.ciavarella@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 60
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
Nil
Course Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to undertake local area network (LAN) switch installation and configuration as part of the upgrade in an existing network or the implementation of a new network.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
ICTTEN513 Install, configure and test a local area network switch |
Element: |
1. Prepare to install the network switch |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Prepare for installation in line with site-specific safety requirements and enterprise work health and safety (WHS) processes and procedures 1.2 Notify customer to arrange site access 1.3 Document the topology of the LAN 1.4 Obtain current and future network capacity predictions according to current and future business requirements from the appropriate person 1.5 Specify the number and type of switch required, with reference to future network requirements 1.6 Specify requirements for network management and security, as prescribed by organisational policy 1.7 Select the switch and switch operating system software version with appropriate features according to required specifications |
Element: |
2. Install and configure the network switch |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Assemble, rack mount and connect switch and peripherals according to manufacturer’s requirements 2.2 Connect user to access points using cable that meets appropriate standard 2.3 Establish a valid network connection with other network devices 2.4 Configure a network internet protocol (IP) address for the switch 2.5 Install or configure simple network management protocol (SNMP) agent software, on each switch, to collect network traffic data for the management information base (MIB) from that segment of the network and relay it to the management console 2.6 Install and configure SNMP management console software on a computer designated to be the network manager’s main console, to collect network traffic data from the switch acting as agents 2.7 Manually configure user access ports of the switch for speed and full or half-duplex operation |
Element: |
3. Test the network switch and reconfigure the network |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Test the switch and other network devices according to manufacturer’s requirements and organisational guidelines 3.2 Test to ensure connectivity across the network 3.3 Modify the network to verify SNMP management software 3.4 Make adjustments to the network, depending on test and troubleshooting results |
Element: |
4. Complete documentation and clean worksite |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Tabulate test results and complete all user reports 4.2 Complete report and notify client of network status 4.3 Clean up and restore worksite to client’s satisfaction 4.4 Secure sign-off from appropriate person |
Learning Outcomes
Activities in this course aim to enhance your knowledge required to implement a local area network (LAN) switch installation and configuration as part of the upgrade in an existing network or the implementation of a new network. The Internet will be used as a learning tool and a resource for students to seek and locate relevant information.
Details of Learning Activities
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to undertake local area network (LAN) switch installation and configuration as part of the upgrade in an existing network or the implementation of a new network.
Teaching Schedule
This Course will be co-delivered with the following course ICTNWK404 - Install, operate and troubleshoot a small enterprise branch network, as there is common material found in these courses and they compliment each other.
Week |
Topic |
Elements |
1 |
Networking Semester 1 Review Review Lab PT Weekly Labs released (Due Week 14) |
1.3, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4 |
2 |
LAN Design logical/physical topologies Physical Topology Lab |
1.1 - 1.7 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.4, 4.1 - 4.4 |
3 |
Network Reference Models Released: Due Week 5 Switches Basic Switch Configuration Lab |
1.3, 1.5, 1.6 2.2, 2.3, 2.4 3.1, 3.2, 3.4, 4.1 - 4.4 |
4 |
VLANs VLAN Lab |
1.1 - 1.3, 1.5 - 1.7 2.1 - 2.4 3.1, 3.2, 3.4, 4.1 - 4.4 |
5 |
InterVLAN Routing InterVLAN Routing lab |
1.3, 1.5, 1.6 2.2, 2.3, 2.4 3.1, 3.2, 3.4, 4.1 - 4.4 |
6 |
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting lab |
3.1, 3.2, 3.4, 4.1 - 4.4 |
7 |
Practice Skills Test |
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8 |
Skills Test |
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9 |
WAN Connections and Technologies WAN Technologies Lab |
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10 |
NAT and PAT NAT Configuration lab |
1.3, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4 |
11 |
DHCP Server DHCP Server lab |
1.3, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4 |
12 |
DNS/ Web services DNS/Web Server Lab Integrated Project: Physical and Logical Planning Released (Due Week 14) |
1.3, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4 |
13 |
SNMP and MIB SNMP and MIB lab Integrated Project: Physical and Logical Planning |
1.3, 1.5, 1.6 2.2 - 2.7 3.1 -3.4 4.1 - 4.4 |
14 |
Integrated Project: Physical and Logical Planning |
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15 |
Integrated Project: Network Configuration Released (Due Week 17) |
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16 |
Integrated Project: Network Configuration |
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17 |
Integrated Project: Network Configuration |
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18 |
Final Resubmissions (if available) |
*Please note this timeline is subject to change.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
None
Overview of Assessment
Students must pass each of the following assessment tasks to demonstrate competent.
Assessment | |
Task 1 |
Journal |
Task 2 |
Weekly Labs |
Task 3 |
Integrated Project |
These tasks assesses the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):
Assessment Mapping Matrix
Element/ Performance Criteria Covered |
Task 1 |
Task 2 |
Task 3 |
1.1 |
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1.3 |
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1.5 |
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1.6 |
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1.7 |
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2.1 |
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2.3 |
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2.4 |
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2.5 |
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2.6 |
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3.2 |
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3.3 |
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3.4 |
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4.1 |
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4.3 |
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4.4 |
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To be deemed competent students must demonstrate an understanding of all aspects required of the competency. Assessment methods have been designed to measure students achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over multiple tasks.
Students are permitted to have a maximum of 2 resubmissions for this course, however each individual assessment may only be resubmitted once.
All resubmissions must be completed and submitted no more than 7 days after student's work has been graded.
Assessment Tasks
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Network Reference Models
This assessment will involve a co-assessment of two (2) courses, viz.:
ICTTEN513 - Install, configure and test a local area network switch
ICTNWK404 – Install, operate and troubleshoot a small enterprise branch network
Skills Based Assessment
This assessment will involve a co-assessment of two (2) courses, viz.:
ICTTEN513 - Install, configure and test a local area network switch
ICTNWK404 – Install, operate and troubleshoot a small enterprise branch network
- Weekly Labs
This assessment will involve a co-assessment of two (2) courses, viz.:
ICTTEN513 - Install, configure and test a local area network switch
ICTNWK404 – Install, operate and troubleshoot a small enterprise branch network
- Integrated Project: Airport
This assessment will involve a co-assessment of eight (8) courses, viz.:
ICTICT401 Determine and confirm client business requirements
ICTNWK404 Install, operate and troubleshoot a small enterprise branch network
ICTPMG401 Support small scale IT projects
ICTTEN513 Install, configure and test a local area network switch
ICTNWK403 Manage network and date integrity
ICTNWK406 Install, configure and test network security
ICTNWK401 Install and manage a Server
ICTNWK411 Deploy Software to a Networked Computer
You must be competent in all elements to successfully complete the course
You are permitted to have a maximum of 2 resubmissions for this course, however each individual assessment may only be resubmitted once.
All resubmissions must be completed and submitted no more than 7 days after your work has been graded.
Assessment Matrix
Students must pass each of the following assessment tasks to demonstrate competent.
Assessment | |
Task 1 |
Network Reference Models |
Task 2 |
Skills Based Assessment |
Task 3 |
Weekly Labs |
Task 4 |
Integrated Project |
These tasks assesses the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):
Assessment Mapping Matrix
Element/ Performance Criteria Covered |
Task 1 |
Task 2 |
Task 3 |
Task 4 |
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2.7 |
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3.4 |
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4.2 |
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4.4 |
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Other Information
Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
You may be eligible for credit towards courses in your program if you have already met the learning/competency outcomes through previous learning and/or industry experience. To be eligible for credit towards a course, you must demonstrate that you have already completed learning and/or gained industry experience that is:
- Relevant
- Current
- Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course
Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit to find more information about credit transfer and RPL
Study and learning Support:
Study and Learning Centre (SLC) provides free learning and academic development advice to you.
Services offered by SLC to support your numeracy and literacy skills are:
- assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
- maths and science developmental support and advice
- English language development
Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre to find more information about Study and learning Support
Equitable Learning Services (ELS):
If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Equitable Learning Services (ELS) to seek advice and support to complete your studies.
Please refer to https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services to find more information about services offered by Equitable Learning Services (ELS).
Late submission:
If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Senior Educator/ Program Manager.
The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgment as to whether the extension has been granted.
If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days after the official due date.
Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked.
Special consideration:
Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration to find more information about special consideration
Plagiarism:
Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University.
Please Refer: www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism.
Other Information:
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