Sheffield Hallam University
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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
TITLE
SI MODULE CODE
CREDITS
LEVEL
JACS CODE
SUBJECT GROUP
DEPARTMENT
MODULE LEADER
NOTIONAL STUDY
HOURS BY TYPE
Cisco Routers and Routing Basics
55-5887-00L
20
5
G421
Computer Systems and Networks
Computing
Paul Wheway
Tutor-led
Tutor-directed
Self-directed
48
48
104
Total Hours
200
MODULE AIM(S)
This module aims to provide background theoretical knowledge, coupled with practical skills required for
the installation and configuration of Network Switching, Routing infrastructures and Routing protocols.
The module also provides a space within which students can develop the skills and knowledge
necessary for beginning the process of preparing them for a professional networking certification.
MODULE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By engaging successfully with this module a student will be able to:
1. Explain the key concepts of layered architecture and the OSI model and to be able to
describe implemented protocols and frame structures.
2. Summarise the principles of switch and router design for the operation of networks.
3. Describe the key Local and Wide area network switching and routing technologies
currently employed.
4. Produce router and switch configurations for specified routed protocols.
5. Analyse network requirements, to be able to design routing and switching systems for a
variety of networking environments.
6. Implement, test, document and troubleshoot routing and switching systems for a variety
of networking environments.
INDICATIVE CONTENT
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Programming infrastructure devices, routers and switches
Designing a suitable TCPIP address plan
Identifying suitable routing protocols for local area networks
Basic network infrastructure routing configuration design
Implementing suitable network configurations
Troubleshoot routed networks
LEARNING AND TEACHING METHODS
Students will be supported in their learning, to achieve the above outcomes, in the following ways:
Key subject-specific knowledge will be presented in weekly lectures with additional source materials
and reading provided on a Blackboard course site for directed self-study by students.
Students will be given the opportunity to discuss and apply concepts and principles in tutorials
and laboratory work which will focuses on the practical skills and knowledge necessary for basic
network design.
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ASSESSMENT STRATEGY AND METHODS
This module will be assessed through coursework. All assessments will address all learning outcomes.
Task
No.
TASK DESCRIPTION
SI
Code
1
2
Coursework
Coursework
CW
CW
Task
Weighting
%
50%
50%
Word Count /
Duration
N/A
N/A
In-module
retrieval
available
Y
Y
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
All assessments will address all learning outcomes and in order to pass the module you will:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Be able to design a suitable TCPIP addressing structure
Be able to describe processes to design a routed network infrastructure
Be able to build and design a small routed network
Be able to identify and explain routing protocols, and their use in modern network architectures
FEEDBACK
Students will receive feedback on their performance in the following ways:
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The coursework will comprise of two parts. These will be scheduled at the end of each
semester. The first will allow the tutor to provide feedback before progressing to the
next stage. Feedback will be provided by an indicative score an example of what was
expected as a model answer.
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Formative feedback will be given throughout the module during laboratory sessions.
Verbal feedback, supplemented by written notes if appropriate, will be given when each
of these parts is marked.
•
Blackboard will be used to provide students with performance grades and assessment
feedback, as well as additional information that may be requested as a result of student
feedback throughout the progress of the module.
LEARNING RESOURCES (INCLUDING READING LISTS)
Additional information is available to support this module, including assessment criteria detailing
how your performance in the module will be measured, how you will receive feedback, details of
learning resources, and key reading. This information can be found either in the course
handbook, or on the module's blackboard site.
Due to the dynamic nature of this module the additional information including the reading list below is
likely to change from year to year. Reading List to include:
• CCNA Exploration Course Booklet: Network Fundamentals, Version 4.0, First Edition.
Cisco Press. ISBN-13:978-1-58713-243-8
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CCNA Exploration Course Booklet: Routing Protocols and Concepts, Version 4.0, First
Edition. Cisco Press. ISBN-13:978-1-58713-251-3
•
Dooley, K., Brown, I. (2006). Cisco IOS Cookbook, Second Edition. Publisher:
O'Reilly Media. ISBN
REVISIONS
Date
July 2012
Reason
Assessment Framework review
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SECTION 2 'MODEL A' MODULE (INFORMATION FOR STAFF ONLY)
MODULE DELIVERY AND ASSESSMENT MANAGEMENT INFORMATION
MODULE STATUS - INDICATE IF ANY CHANGES BEING MADE
NEW MODULE
N
EXISTING MODULE - NO CHANGE
Y
Title Change
N
Level Change
N
Credit Change
N
Assessment Pattern Change
N
Change to Delivery Pattern
N
9/2011
Date the changes (or new module) will be implemented
MODULE DELIVERY PATTERN - Give details of the module delivery pattern. If the course has more
than one intake, for example, September and January, please give details of the module start and end
dates for each intake.
Module Begins
Module Ends
Course Intake 1
DD/MM/YYYY
DD/MM/YYYY
Course Intake 2
DD/MM/YYYY
DD/MM/YYYY
Course Intake 3
DD/MM/YYYY
DD/MM/YYYY
Is timetabled contact time required for this module?
Y
Are any staff teaching on this module non-SHU employees?
If yes, please give details of the employer institution(s) below
N
What proportion of the module is taught by these non-SHU
staff, expressed as a percentage?
MODULE ASSESSMENT INFORMATION
Does the Module (using Model A Assessment Pattern) Require Either*
Overall Percentage Mark of 40%
Y
Overall Pass / Fail Grade
N
*NB: Choose one of the above – Model A module cannot include both percentage mark and
pass/fail graded tasks
FINAL TASK
According to the Assessment Strategy shown in the Module
Descriptor, which task will be the LAST TASK to be taken or
handed-in? (Give task number as shown in the Assessment
Strategy)
MODULE REFERRAL STRATEGY
Task for Task (as shown for initial assessment strategy)
Single Referral Package for All Referred Students
Task No.
2
Y
N
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