PROG C7Z25 - Introduction to Networking

Module Details

Module Code: PROG C7Z25
Full Title: Introduction to Networking
Valid From:: Semester 1 - 2019/20 ( June 2019 )
Language of Instruction:English
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits:: 5
Module Owner:: Paula Duffy
Departments: Unknown
Module Description: The aim of this module is to introduce students to the fundamentals of data communications and networking.
 
Module Learning Outcome
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Module Learning Outcome Description
MLO1 Show how components communicate and exchange data.
MLO2 Identify network components and topologies.
MLO3 Explain the fundamentals of networking and the OSI 7 layer model.
MLO4 Discuss guided and unguided media types. Apply the requirements of network structured cabling.
MLO5 Discuss the Ethernet protocol.
MLO6 Configure a Local Area Network and exchange data.
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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Module Indicative Content
Media
Guided and Unguided media, coaxial, UTP, Fibre, radio waves, micro waves, wireless, terminating UTP cables, Structured Cabling.
Network Protocols and Standards
OSI and TCP/IP model.
Layer two protocols
Ethernet.
Networking
Networking fundamentals, topologies, types, switching. Configure a LAN.
Data communications
Data communications components, data representation and flow.
Module Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Course Work50.00%
Final Examination50.00%
Module Special Regulation
 

Assessments

Full Time On Campus

Course Work
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 30
Marks Out Of 100 Pass Mark 40
Timing Every Second Week Learning Outcome 1,2,3,4,5,6
Duration in minutes 120
Assessment Description
6 reports, each worth 5%, covering what is completed in practical.
Assessment Type Class Test % of Total Mark 20
Marks Out Of 100 Pass Mark 40
Timing Every Second Week Learning Outcome 1,2,3,4,5
Duration in minutes 120
Assessment Description
4 MCQ tests based on lectures and labs, each worth 5%, starting in week 4
No Project
No Practical
Final Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 50
Marks Out Of 100 Pass Mark 40
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 2,4,5
Duration in minutes 120
Assessment Description
End of semester final exam

Part Time On Campus

Course Work
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 30
Marks Out Of 100 Pass Mark 40
Timing Every Second Week Learning Outcome 1,2,3,4,5,6
Duration in minutes 120
Assessment Description
6 reports, each worth 5%, covering what is completed in practical.
Assessment Type Class Test % of Total Mark 20
Marks Out Of 100 Pass Mark 40
Timing Every Second Week Learning Outcome 1,2,3,4,5
Duration in minutes 60
Assessment Description
4 mcq tests each worth 5 % starting in week 4
No Project
No Practical
Final Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 50
Marks Out Of 100 Pass Mark 40
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 2,4,5
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Final exam
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.

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
Tutorial Contact No Description Every Week 1.00 1
Practical Contact No Description Every Week 2.00 2
Lecture Contact A lecture discussing the fundamentals of data communications and networking Every Week 1.00 1
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
Workload: Part Time On Campus
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Practical Contact One practical per week of three hours duration Every Week 3.00 3
Directed Reading Non Contact No Description Every Week 2.00 2
Independent Study Non Contact No Description Every Week 3.00 3
Total Weekly Learner Workload 8.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Behrouz A Forouzan. (2012), Data Communications and Networking, Global Edition (Asia Higher Education Engineering/Computer Science Computer) Paperback – 16, 5. McGraw-Hill Education;, [ISBN: 978-981457751].
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