Course Title: Build small wireless local area networks
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2025
Course Code: ISYS7592C
Course Title: Build small wireless local area networks
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
Please check your Canvas course shell closer to the course start date to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance.
The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in course requirements. It is advisable for students to keep in contact with their teachers regarding in-person course attendance.
School: 520T Future Technologies
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4410 - Certificate IV in Information Technology
Course Contact: Anar Haque
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4612
Course Contact Email: anar.haque@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teacher: Anar Haque
Ph. 9925 4755
Email: anar.haque@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 20
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 will provide you with the skills and knowledge required to build and arrange connectivity to a single zone wireless local area network (WLAN).
This course is clustered for delivery and assessment with the following unit:
ICTNWK424 - Install and operate small enterprise branch networks
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
ICTNWK425 Build small wireless local area networks |
Element: |
1. Prepare to build network |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify network needs and organisational requirements |
Element: |
2. Select, install and configure wireless access point |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Determine access point device according to organisational and technical requirements 2.2 Install and configure access point and services according to organisational requirements 2.3 Test access point and verify wireless connection and security arrangements according to task requirements 2.4 Select, install and configure legacy equipment and wireless card |
Element: |
3. Configure network |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Configure security and other key parameters according to organisational requirements |
Element: |
4. Prepare network users |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Determine required network devices according to organisational requirements |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course the candidate will demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit.
Details of Learning Activities
A range of learning activities are provided in this course. These include collaborative classroom-based activities and online self-paced activities. To meet requirements for the two clustered competencies (ICTNWK424 and ICTNWK425). Both learning activities will incorporate
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Group work on practical lab, individual work on online quiz and project.
Classroom: The collaborative classroom-based activities will include group discussion, group problem solving activities and opportunities to practice your skills in a simulated workplace environment. We expect you to participate and contribute to all scheduled learning activities.
Pre-Class: This is online, by logging on to your Canvas course, and includes required pre-class reading and activities. Other self-paced activities will be delivered through various technology platforms. These may include your contribution to discussion threads, reflective journals, quizzes and interactive sessions.
Sessions: There are two weekly classroom sessions for this unit each week which includes tutorials and workshops. One of the sessions is face-to-face and the other one is online. There are additional activities to support learning and research.
Cluster Information:
This course is delivered in a cluster referred to as Introduction to Networks. This cluster consists of two units of competencies from the 40120 National qualification Code. They are ICTNWK424 (ISYS7587C) and ICTNWK425 (ISYS7592C).
You must enrol in all two courses delivered in this cluster. All the learning and assessment activities will include the components of all competencies ICTNWK424 and ICTNWK425.
Elements and Performance Criteria of ICTNWK425 (ISYS7592C)
| 1. Prepare to build network | 1.1 Identify network needs and organisational requirements |
| 1.2 Determine position for user access point according to environmental and organisational requirements | |
| 1.3 Plan schedule of works for preliminary work to be carried out according to organisational and technical requirements | |
| 2. Select, install and configure wireless access point | 2.1 Determine access point device according to organisational and technical requirements |
| 2.2 Install and configure access point and services according to organisational requirements | |
| 2.3 Test access point and verify wireless connection and security arrangements according to task requirements | |
| 2.4 Select, install and configure legacy equipment and wireless card | |
| 3. Configure network | 3.1 Configure security and other key parameters according to organisational requirements |
| 3.2 Test security and firewall arrangements according to organisational requirements | |
| 3.3 Test network general compatibility and access with user equipment | |
| 4. Prepare network users | 4.1 Determine required network devices according to organisational requirements |
| 4.2 Establish and demonstrate user pairing and log-on arrangements | |
| 4.3 Inform users of wireless network etiquette and traffic capacity issues according to organisational policies and procedures | |
| 4.4 Develop user documentation and network settings according to organisational and technical standards | |
| 4.5 Lodge documentation with required personnel according to organisational policies and procedures |
Elements and Performance Criteria of ICTNWK424 (ISYS7587C)
| 1. Prepare to install network | 1.1 Determine organisational network performance and data flow requirements |
| 1.2 Identify protocols in OSI and TCP/IP models according to organisational requirements | |
| 1.3 Identify common network problems at layers 1, 2, 3 and 7 | |
| 2. Install small switched network | 2.1 Select media, cables, ports, and connectors according to task requirements |
| 2.2 Identify network segmentation, traffic management and switching requirements | |
| 2.3 Perform, save and verify initial switch configuration according to task requirements | |
| 2.4 Verify network status and switch operation according to technical and organisational standards | |
| 2.5 Implement and verify security level for switch according to organisational requirements | |
| 3. Implement IP addressing scheme and services | 3.1 Create and implement addressing scheme to network according to task requirements and technical standards |
| 3.2 Assign and verify live IP addresses to hosts, servers and networking devices in a local area network (LAN) environment | |
| 3.3 Implement static and dynamic addressing services for hosts | |
| 3.4 Enable and verify operation of network address translation (NAT) | |
| 3.5 Configure and implement dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP) on router according to task requirements | |
| 4. Install small routed network | 4.1 Select media, cables, ports, and connectors according to task requirements |
| 4.2 Perform, save and verify basic router configuration according to task requirements | |
| 4.3 Install and verify classless routing protocol and network connectivity with required personnel | |
| 4.4 Implement password and physical security according to organisational requirements | |
| 5. Connect WAN links | 5.1 Determine required method for connecting to a WAN |
| 5.2 Implement and verify basic WAN serial connection | |
| 6. Finalise branch network activities | 6.1 Seek network performance capability feedback from required personnel |
| 6.2 Document finalised process and submit to required personnel | |
| 6.3 Store unused ICT equipment according to organisational policies and procedures |
Teaching Schedule
The proposed teaching schedule for the two clustered competencies (ICTNWK403 & ICTNWK421) is detailed below:
Please note that this timeline is subject to change based on semester requirements. We recommend checking your Canvas course shell regularly to stay updated with the latest schedule.
| Week 1 | 10-16 Feb |
Components in the Network Networking Software
|
Survey |
| Week 2 | 17-23 Feb |
Introduction to IP Addressing Basic Router Configuration -Part A |
Basic Network/Router Configuration Journal Lab 1 (Part A) - Basic LAN Config lab |
| Week 3 | 24 Feb-02 Mar |
IP addressing (Contd...) Connections Between Devices Basic WANs Basic Router Configuration -Part B |
Binary to Decimal conversion worksheet Router Password recovery Lab |
| Week 4 | 03-09 Mar |
Wireless Infrastructure Components Wireless Technologies and Standards
|
Lab 1 (Part B) - Basic LAN Config on Real Equipment Lab 2 - Basic Routed WAN Lab |
| Week 5 | 10-16 Mar |
Wireless Access Point, Router and Clients Configuration Wireless LAN Operations, security and troubleshooting |
Assessment -Online Quiz released Lab 6 - Wireless Lab Hands on Lab 1 |
| Week 6 | 17-23 Mar | Initial Switch Configuration |
Lab |
| Week 7 | 24-30 Mar |
Switch configuration (Contd...) Network Documentation and Troubleshooting tools |
Start Assessment -Practical Lab |
| Week 8 | 31 Mar-06 Apr | In-Class Assessment |
Assessment -Practical Lab Due |
| Week 9 | 07-13 Apr | OSPF | |
| Week 10 | 14-20 Apr | DHCP |
Lab 5 - DHCP lab |
| Mid-Semester Break | 18-25 Apr | * No Class | |
| Week 11 | 28 Apr-04May | OSI, TCP/IP |
Work on Online Quiz |
| Week 12 | 05-11 May | Network Security |
Assessment -Online Quiz Due |
| Week 13 | 12-18 May |
NAT NAT Lab |
Assessment -Project released |
| Week 14 | 19-25 May | Testing and Troubleshooting, |
Lab 11 - Testing and Troubleshooting Lab |
| Week 15 | 26 May-01 Jun |
Ethics, Etiquette Project work |
Project work |
| Week 16 | 02-08 Jun | Project work |
Assessment -Project demonstration and due |
| Week 17&18 | 09-22 Jun |
Assessment Resubmission * 09Jun-public holiday |
Resubmission if available |
*Please note this timeline is subject to change.
Student directed hours involve completing activities such as reading online resources, projects, individual student/teacher course-related consultation. Students are required to self-study the learning materials and complete the assigned out of class activities for the scheduled non-teaching hours.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Please refer to Canvas for details on other courses.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises and various types of assessments.
Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.
Assessment Tasks
The assessment is conducted in both theoretical and practical aspects of the course according to the performance criteria set in the National Training Package. Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards. Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor. Feedback will be provided throughout the course. To successfully complete this course, you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment task detailed under Assessment Tasks:
Assessment Task 1: Online Quiz
Assessment Task 2: Practical Lab
Assessment Task 3: Project
You must be competent in all elements to successfully complete the course.
Assessment Matrix
Assessment Mapping Matrix for ICTNWK424 (ISYS7587C) :
These tasks assess the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):
| Element/Performance Criteria covered | Assessment 1 | Assessment 2 | Assessment 3 |
| 1.1 | x | ||
| 1.2 | x | ||
| 1.3 | x | ||
| 2.1 | x | ||
| 2.2 | x | ||
| 2.3 | x | x | |
| 2.4 | x | ||
| 2.5 | x | x | |
| 3.1 | x | x | |
| 3.2 | x | ||
| 3.3 | x | x | |
| 3.4 | x | ||
| 3.5 | x | ||
| 4.1 | x | x | |
| 4.2 | x | x | |
| 4.3 | x | ||
| 4.4 | x | x | |
| 5.1 | x | ||
| 5.2 | x | ||
| 6.1 | x | ||
| 6.2 | x | ||
| 6.3 | x |
Assessment Mapping Matrix for ICTNWK425 (ISYS7592C):
These tasks assess the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):
| Element/Performance Criteria covered | Assessment 1 | Assessment 2 | Assessment 3 |
| 1.1 | x | ||
| 1.2 | x | ||
| 1.3 | x | ||
| 2.1 | x | ||
| 2.2 | x | x | |
| 2.3 | x | x | |
| 2.4 | x | x | |
| 3.1 | x | ||
| 3.2 | x | x | |
| 3.3 | x | x | |
| 4.1 | x | ||
| 4.2 | x | x | |
| 4.3 | x | ||
| 4.4 | x | ||
| 4.5 | x |
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 Course Coordinator/ Program Coordinator.
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 lodgement 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 5 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:
All email communications will be sent to your RMIT email address, and you must regularly check your RMIT emails.
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