Module Details
Module Code: |
NETW C7026 |
Full Title:
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Wireless Technologies
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Valid From:: |
Semester 1 - 2019/20 ( June 2019 ) |
Language of Instruction: | English |
Module Owner:: |
Frances Byrne
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Module Description: |
Students completing this module will have an understanding of the issues and technologies pertaining to the design, installation, and support of wireless network systems. The practical application of this knowledge will be reinforced in the lab sessions.
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Module Learning Outcome |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Module Learning Outcome Description |
MLO1 |
Develop a comprehensive understanding of existing and emerging wireless LAN technologies and standards. |
MLO2 |
Explain the basic principles of wireless transmission theory. |
MLO3 |
Define the constraints of wireless networks. |
MLO4 |
Discuss wireless security and QoS issues. |
MLO5 |
Apply theories to design and implement a wireless network. |
Pre-requisite learning |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named DkIT module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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No recommendations listed |
Module Indicative Content |
Wireless Technology Fundamentals
Wired v Wireless networks, wireless standards, regional regulations, WI-FI governance, wireless basics.
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Transporting Data over Wireless
RF transmission, signalling, interference, antenna theory.
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Wireless LANs
Topologies, IEEE 802.11, Site Survey, WLAN design and implementation. SSID to VLAN mapping.
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Wireless Controllers
Function, initial setup, and maintenance. Clustering controllers, Hardware controllers.
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Securing Wireless Networks
Challenges, threats, security policies, client authentication options, WPA2, IEEE 802.1x.
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Module Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Course Work | 20.00% |
Practical | 20.00% |
Final Examination | 60.00% |
Module Special Regulation |
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AssessmentsFull Time On Campus
Part Time On Campus
Reassessment Requirement |
A repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
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Reassessment Description Formal final exam similar to the end of module formal exam. In some cases students may also be required to complete an project which demonstrates their ability to design and build wireless networks.
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DKIT reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time On Campus |
Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
Contact |
Present and evaluate wireless technologies |
Every Week |
1.00 |
1 |
Practical |
Contact |
Implement and evaluate wireless technologies |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
Directed Reading |
Non Contact |
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Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
Independent Study |
Non Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
Total Weekly Learner Workload |
8.00 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
Workload: Part Time On Campus |
Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Practical |
Contact |
Implement and evaluate wireless technologies |
Every Week |
1.00 |
1 |
Lecture |
Contact |
Present and evaluate wireless technologies |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
Directed Reading |
Non Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
Independent Study |
Non Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
Total Weekly Learner Workload |
8.00 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Cory Beard, William Stallings. (2015), Wireless Communication Networks and Systems, Global Edition. 16, Pearson, p.608, [ISBN: 9781292108711].
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David D. Coleman, David A. Westcott. (2018), CWNA Certified Wireless Network Administrator Study Guide, 20, Wiley, p.1024, [ISBN: 978-1-119-477].
| Supplementary Book Resources |
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Vivek Ramachandran, Cameron Buchanan. (2017), Kali Linux Wireless Penetration Testing Beginner's Guide, 3rd Edition. 11, Packt Publishing, p.210, [ISBN: 978-178883192].
| This module does not have any article/paper resources |
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Other Resources |
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website, Cisco Systems,
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website, Network World,
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website, Wi-Fi Alliance,
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website, Juniper Wireless,
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