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Proposed change to BSc (Hons) Computer
Networks from 2016/17
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Introduction
The BSc (Hons) in Computer Networks includes material from Cisco’s CCNA
Exploration curriculum, thus giving students the opportunity to become a Cisco
Certified Network Associate in parallel with their degree. The CCNA is a universally
recognised and valued qualification and we believe that having the opportunity to
leave university both with this qualification, and a degree will enhance the
opportunities for those wishing to enter networking and IT careers.
On the CN programme we run 4 modules that track the Cisco CCNA syllabus. Cisco
have decided to re-organise the network academy syllabus and so we will need to
change some of the modules contents to reflect this. You will get the same material
across the 4 modules but there will be some changes to module names and where
material appears in the modules.
Who are we consulting?
We will be consulting all students affected by this change. This includes current level
4 and 5 students. Level 6 students will have a chance to comment in their staff
student committee, but will not be currently studying when the changes take effect.
What is the change?
The current level 5 (year 2) “Local Area Networks” module based on the Cisco
course will have new name called “Routing & Switching”. Also the current level 6
(year3) “Routing: Operations & Protocols” module will have the new name of
“Advanced Routing & Switching”, some topics in these two modules will be
redistributed over them, this is to reflect the new structure of the course proposed by
Cisco academy
The tables below show the current programme structure, and the proposed
programme structure, for Levels 5 & 6 (2nd and Final years) of the Computer
Networks programme.
It is proposed that the new forms of modules will start in the 2014/2015 Academic
Session (Level 5) and 2015/2016 (Level 6).
Changes to the programme structure
Current Second Year (Level 5)
S1
S2
Mobile
Networking &
Network
Simulation
(20)
System
Administrati
on
(20)
Digital
Communication
Systems Group
Design Project
(20)
Mobile & Internet
Television
Streaming
(20)
Principles & Concepts of
Network Technologies
(20)
Local Area Networks
(20)
Proposed Second Year (Level 5) (from 2014/2015)
S1
S2
Mobile
Networking &
Network
Simulation
(20)
System
Administrati
on
(20)
Digital
Communication
Systems Group
Design Project
(20)
Mobile & Internet
Television
Streaming
(20)
Principles & Concepts of
Network Technologies
(20)
Routing & Switching
(20)
Current Final Year (Level 6)
S1
S2
Internet
Security and
Computer
Forensics
(20)
Infrastructure
Management
(20)
Project for
Computer
Networks
(40)
Routing: Operations &
Protocols
(20)
The WAN & Global Networks
(20)
Proposed Level 6 (from 2015/2016)
S1
S2
Internet
Security and
Computer
Forensics
(20)
Business
Practices &
Employability
Skills
(20)
Project for
Computer
Networks
(40)
Advanced Routing & Switching
(20)
The WAN & Global Networks
(20)
What would the changes mean for me?
We believe that the changes will have a positive impact on the programme, providing
more employability training. The new Advanced Routing and Switching module will
be similar to the current module, but is better named to reflect the content.
What do I need to do now?
Read through the provided information in the other attachments to the email (noted
at the end of this document) so that you are clear about what the existing module
covers and what the new module will offer. If you are agree with the proposed
change you do not need to do anything, although you may wish to confirm your
agreement to your Programme Leader, Dr P. Leader (p.leader@salford.ac.uk). If you
do not respond, we will assume that you agree with the changes. If you are not
happy with the proposed change then you need to inform Dr P Leader by the end of
Friday, 16 October 2015.
Note: This date must be at least two weeks after the initial email has been sent.
Where can I get more information?
If you do not understand this information or have any questions about how it may
affect you please contact the programme leader, Dr P Leader
(p.leader@salford.ac.uk)
What happens next?
Please delete one statement as appropriate to the amendment
For changes that affect core elements (not just core modules):
We will consider all the responses and summarise them in a report that includes both
supportive and negative feedback about the proposed change. If 75% or more of
consulted students agree with the changes, we will seek formal approval of
proposals from the University. Remember, if you do not respond we will assume you
agree with the amendments. If we put the proposed changes forward to the
University we will include the student consultation report.
For changes that affect optional aspects:
We will consider all the responses and summarise them in a report that includes both
supportive and negative feedback about the proposed change. We will then decide
whether to continue to seek approval from the University. Remember, if you do not
respond we will assume you agree with the amendments. If we put the proposed
changes forward to the University we will include the student consultation report.
Other attachments :
 Module Specifications for new modules
 Module Specifications for existing modules
 New Programme Specification
 Any other document that the student needs to make an informed decision
This consultation is being carried out under the University’s Programme Design, Approval,
Amendment, Review and Withdrawal Policy (see Link to Policy).
If you have any concerns about this consultation process please contact the Quality and
Enhancement Office qeo-general@salford.ac.uk