COMPUTER NETWORKS SEMINAR ASSIGNMENT
Overview:
Working in groups of three or four, thoroughly research one of the Computer Network
topics given below. You will then present your topic to the class using a PowerPoint
presentation and also be responsible for producing a two-page handout summarizing the
key concepts of your topic.
Specific information pertaining to your topic must be covered as this material will
be covered in tests and/or your exam. Please ensure that you have covered the key
concepts (shown below in italics).
Groups:
#1:
#2:
#3:
Rasheeda
Bryan
Lurae
Chris
Kristine
Lisa
Courtney
#4:
#5:
#6
Robert
Erica
Nadia
Zach
David
Robin
Topics
1. Network Topologies for LANs (how networks are designed)
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definition of topology, hub and router
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description of the Bus, Star, Ring and Mesh (or Hybrid) topology
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factors determining type of topology to be used
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advantages and disadvantages for each topology structure
2. Network Hardware (the physical devices required for a network)
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definition and description of servers (including memory, storage capacity and
speed)
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definition and description of printers, print-servers, Network Interface Card
(NIC), hubs, switching devices, bridges, routers, brouters, modems and
gateways
3. Transmission Media (how information is physically transferred on networks)
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definition of media, transmission media, bandwidth
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types of transmission media including cable (coaxial, twisted-pair, fiber-optic)
and wireless (infrared, radio waves, microwave and satellite systems)
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advantages/disadvantages to each media type with regards to cost, installation
and interference
4. Network Architecture (how information travels through the physical
network structure)
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definition of Network Architecture
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description of architecture considerations including information transfer,
network size and cost
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description of Ethernet, Token-Ring, and ARCnet
5. Network Operating Systems (software used to control the overall activity of
a network)
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definition of network operating systems and network administrator
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brief description of peer-to-peer OS including Windows 95, Win 98 and Win
Me
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description of client/server OS including NetWare, Windows NT, Win 2000,
Unix and Linux
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discuss advantages/disadvantages for each client/server Operating System
6. Network Certifications (certification requirements to work in the computer
network industry)
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discuss the importance of being certified as a network professional
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outline the following certification programs including Novell,
Microsoft (MCSE), and Oracle including focus of study, and exam
requirements
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discuss job opportunities/descriptions in the Computer Networking field
Assignment Instructions
1. Prepare a 20-30 minute PowerPoint seminar presentation. Your group is
responsible for teaching your assigned topic to the class. See attached Rubric
Assessment Sheet.
2. Using Word or Microsoft Publisher, produce an attractive and easy-to-read 2page handout summarizing your topic. A copy should be made available to each
student for study purposes. See attached Rubric Assessment Sheet.
Click here for a Microsoft PowerPoint HELP
Evaluation
Application
- PowerPoint Slides: use of software and organization
/20
- Handout: aesthetic quality and organization
/20
Communication- Presentation: clarity and quality of information presented
Knowledge
/20
- Handout: key concepts outlined
/20
- Peer Evaluation: key concepts covered for study purposes
/20
Total
/100
COMPUTER NETWORKS SEMINAR ASSIGNMENT
PEER EVALUATION SHEET
Your Name: ________________________
Date: _________________
Topic: ____________________________
Group Members’ Names:
__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
Item
Mark (circle one)
Consider
Weak
Excellent
 mastery of topic
Presentation
 logical and clear delivery
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
 organized and easy-to-read
Handout
Overall
 addresses all concepts
pertaining to the topic
 I feel I have gained an
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
understanding of this topic
and have sufficient and
reliable resources to study
from
Group Mark
Total the circled numbers
___________/20