Course Title: Configure, verify and troubleshoot WAN links and IP services in a medium enterprise network

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2012

Course Code: COSC6116C

Course Title: Configure, verify and troubleshoot WAN links and IP services in a medium enterprise network

School: 650T TAFE Business

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5300 - Diploma of Information Technology

Course Contact : Radhu Punchanathan

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99251409

Course Contact Email:radhu@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Nominal Hours: 90

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

None

Course Description

This course defines the competency required to configure, verify and troubleshoot WAN links and IP services in a medium enterprise network.

This unit is delivered using a blend of classroom based and self-paced learning activities.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

ICANWK506A Configure, verify and troubleshoot WAN links and IP services in a medium enterprise network

Element:

1. Prepare to install medium enterprise WAN links

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Prepare for given work according to legislation, OHS codes, regulations and standards
1.2 Arrange access to the site according to required procedure
1.3 Review existing network design documentation to ensure it is current and complete
1.4 Select the network elements required to be installed to meet the technical requirements
1.5 Contact vendors and service suppliers to obtain specifications and availability of identified components
1.6 Develop plans, with prioritised tasks and contingency arrangements, for installation of components with minimum disruption to client
1.7 Liaise with appropriate person to obtain approval for the plans, including security clearance and timing

Element:

2. Configure WAN links

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Describe different methods for connecting to a wide area network (WAN)
2.2 Configure and verify a basic serial WAN configuration
2.3 Configure and verify at least two WAN protocols
2.4 Describe virtual private network (VPN) technology
2.5 Configure and verify a site to site VPN
2.6 Describe asymmetric digital subscriber line (ADSL) technology
2.7 Configure and verify an ADSL connection
 

Element:

3. Configure and verify IP services on a router

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Explain the operation and benefits of using dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP)
3.2 Configure and verify DHCP operation on a router
3.3 Implement static and dynamic addressing services for hosts in a local area network (LAN) environment
3.4 Explain the basic operation of network address translation (NAT)
3.5 Configure NAT for given network requirements
3.6 Implement and verify NAT in a medium-sized enterprise branch office network
3.7 Describe the basic operation and configuration of internet protocol version 6 (IPv6)

Element:

4. Secure a network using router services

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Describe the purpose and types of access control lists (ACLs)
4.2 Configure and apply ACLs based on network filtering requirements
4.3 Configure and apply ACLs to provide secure access to the router

Element:

5. Troubleshoot medium enterprise WAN links

Performance Criteria:

5.1 Troubleshoot WAN implementation issues
5.2 Rectify WAN problems
5.3 Document solutions


Learning Outcomes



Details of Learning Activities

A range of learning activities are planned for this course including self-paced and collaborative classroom based activities.


The collaborative classroom based activities will include theory sessions, practical lab sessions, tutorial sessions, and out-of-class research and homework.


We expect you to participate and contribute in all scheduled learning activities. 
 
 


Teaching Schedule

The nominal hours associated with this are a guide only and represent the total teaching time and student effort required to successfully complete the course. This may include not only scheduled classes but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Week Week Commencing Topics Assessment
0 25th June Pre-training review:
• RPL
• LLN as required

Familiarisation with:
• Program
• Services/facilities
• Other students
• Teacher(s)
• Where to get support
• Student responsibilities
• Course requirements
• Course support documents
• Pre-reading
• Blackboard

Overview of assessment requirements:
• Grading
• Plagiarism
• Appeals
• Extensions
• Feedback
• Privacy
• Submission requirements
• Resubmission policy


Topic 1 - Personal Computer Hardware
 

Class exercises
1 2nd July Topic 2 - Operating Systems Class exercises
2 9th July Topic 3 - Connection to the Network Class exercises
3 16th July Topic 4 - Connecting to the Internet Through an ISP Class exercises
4 23rd July Assessment 1 in Labs Assessment 1
5 30th July Student Study Week  
6 6th August Topic 5 - Network Addressing Class exercises
7 13th August Topic 6 - Network Services Class exercises
8 20th August Topic 7 - Wireless Technologies Class exercises
  27th August Mid Semester Break (27th to 31st August)  
9 3rd September Revision  
10 10th September Assessment 2 in Labs Assessment 2
11 17th September Topic 8 - Basic Security Class exercises
12 24th September Topic 9 - Troubleshooting Your Network Class exercises
13 1st October Revision  
14 8th October Assessment 3 in Labs Assessment 3
15 15th October Assessment 3 in Labs Assessment 3
16 22nd October Feedback  
17 29th October Resubmits  


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References

Recommended Texts:
Networking for Home and Small Business, CCNA Discovery Learning Guide: Ciscopress. ISBN: 1587132095 / ISBN 13: 9781587132094
Recommended References:
Practical TCP/IP: Mansfield N: Addision-Wesley, Pearson Education,
ISBN 0-2017-5078-3
Guide to Networking Essentials 4th ed.: Tomsho G, Tittel E, Johnson D.: Thomson Course Technology. ISBN 0-619-21532-1
 


Other Resources

Other materials will include worksheets distributed by the teacher in class and various websites which will be indicated.


Overview of Assessment

Students must demonstrate an understanding of all elements of competency to be deemed competent.

A range of assessment methods are used to assess practical skills and knowledge, for example:
• direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
• review of authenticated documents from the workplace or training environment
• demonstration of techniques

Students are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment work to their teacher to ensure that the relevant competency standards are being met.


Assessment Tasks

You are required to complete 3 Assessments. You must successfully complete all 3 assessments to be deemed competent in this unit.

Assessment 1: (Week4)
In this assessment you will need to submit answers to questions from class activities via the learning hub.


Assessment 2: (Week10)
The two activities that you need to do as part of assessment 2 are:
• Multiple-choice question test.
• Configuring networks using Packet Tracer


Assessment 3: (Week14 and 15)
The two activities that you need to do as part of assessment 3 are:
• Multiple-choice question test.
• Configuring and troubleshooting networks using Packet Tracer / routers and switches.
 


Assessment Matrix

Other Information

Submission Requirements:

Assessment tasks need to be submitted via Blackboard.

You should:
• Ensure that you submit assessments on or before the due date. If your performance in the assessment is affected by unexpected circumstances, you should consider applying for Special Consideration. Information on the process and application forms is available at http://rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=ls0ydfokry9rz website.
• Always retain a copy of your assessment tasks. (hard copy and soft copy)
• When you submit work for assessment at RMIT University you need to use a cover sheet that includes a declaration and statement of authorship. You must complete, sign and submit a cover sheet with all work you submit for assessment, whether individual or group work. On the cover sheet you declare that the work you are presenting for assessment is your own work. An assignment cover sheet for submission of work for assessment is available on blackboard.
• Each page of your assessment should include footer with your name, student number, the title of the assessment, unit code and title and page numbers. For example, Julie Macpherson, 324567, Task 2, OHS2345C Ensure safe workplace, Page 1 of 10.


Marking Guide (Competency):

Vocational Education and Training (VET) is based on current industry needs and the focus on preparing you for the workplace. Because VET courses are informed by practical application of knowledge and skills, they are based on a system known as ‘competency based training’ (CBT).

So when you are assessed in VET it is about whether you are competent to do the job, as well as having a firm grasp on the knowledge and skills required to do that job, as opposed to traditional curriculum based education settings that are often based on knowledge retention.

You need to demonstrate you are competent in each element of the unit of competency you are studying.

You will receive feedback on each assessment task that will inform you whether you are competent or not and how well you are performing. Once competent in all elements of the unit you receive a competency grading.

Please refer to the Final Grades table below.



Marking Guide (Grading):

After achieving competency we then grade your performance in the unit; this gives you the opportunity to have the level of your performance formally recognized against industry standards and employability skills.

The grading is according to the following criteria:

1. LEVEL OF INDEPENDENCE, INITIATIVE, ENTERPRISE AND PERFORMANCE OF WORK TASK

We are looking for a high level of ability to complete all tasks independently as per the specifications as well as demonstrating a high level of initiative in your approach to configure, verify and troubleshoot WAN links and IP services.

2. DEMONSTRATED BREADTH OF UNDERPINNING KNOWLEDGE AND A WILLINGNESS TO CONTINUE LEARNING

We are looking for depth of understanding of the key concepts and knowledge required to configure, verify and troubleshoot WAN links and IP services. You should be able to demonstrate a thorough understanding of all applicable approach to configure, verify and troubleshoot WAN links and IP services in all the assessment tasks.

3. TECHNIQUES & PROCESSES, TECHNOLOGY SKILLS AND PROBLEM SOLVING

We are looking for appropriate use of technology to assist in presenting all tasks clearly and suitable for the intended audience. You also need to show an understanding of the kinds of problems that can arise in managing to configure, verify, troubleshoot WAN links,IP services and how these might be addressed.

4. WORK ORGANISATION, PLANNING AND SELF MANAGEMENT

We expect to see ongoing uploading of information into Blackboard as per course requirements and timely submission of all required assessment tasks.

5. COMMUNICATION, PEOPLE NETWORKING, LANGUAGE AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS AND TEAMWORK

We expect to see contributions to relevant discussions and scheduled Collaborate sessions. In addition your tasks should demonstrate a very good understanding to configure, verify and troubleshoot WAN links and IP services.

Final Grades Table:

CHD   Competent with High Distinction
CDI     Competent with Distinction
CC      Competent with Credit
CAG    Competency Achieved – Graded
NYC    Not Yet Competent
DNS    Did Not Submit for assessment

Further information regarding the application of the grading criteria will be provided by your teacher.

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