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    Introduction and Overview

    LAN Switching and WAN Networks

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    Prerequisites for this module

    No pre-requisite

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    Aims of this module

    The aims of this module is:

    To enable students to develop their knowledge and skills in

    relation to LAN Switching and WAN Networks.

    To enable students to develop the ability to apply the knowledge

    gained in relation to the study of LAN Switching and WAN

    Networks.

    To enable students to develop lifelong learning skills ofindependent learning and study in relation to LAN Switching and

    WAN Networks.

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    Learning Outcomes

    At the end of this module,YOUshould be able to:

    Perform router, WAN switch and VLAN troubleshooting, includingaccess lists in extensive router based internetworks.

    Explain and use VLANs, the spanning-tree protocol (STP),

    network management principles and associated tools.

    Install, configure, test and troubleshoot router WAN connection in

    a router based internetwork according to industry standards using

    commercial equipment.

    Explain WAN Switching.

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    Introduction to LAN Switching:

    Basic Model of LAN switch

    Advantages of LAN switches

    Topology rules in LAN switching

    Additional vendor enhancements to LAN

    switches Layer three switches

    Design Rules of Switched LAN:

    Areas of the Switched LAN

    Design issues in Switched LAN

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    Internet Protocol (IP) in Switched Networks: IP overview

    IP configuration for Flat-Switched Networks

    RFC 1918 Networks with Firewalls

    Broadcast reduction in IP Networks Troubleshooting Switched IP Networks

    Troubleshooting and Maintaining Switched LANs

    Maintaining a Switched LAN

    Network Baselining overview

    Configuration of automated management tools overview

    Troubleshooting Switched Networks

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    Virtual LAN Overview of Virtual LANs.

    Basic VLAN Mechanism.

    The 802.1Q Standard.

    Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) in VLAN

    Introduction to loopy LAN.

    The spanning tree protocol.

    Behaviour of a spanning tree catenet.

    IEEE 802.1D Overview

    Types of STP

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    Wide Area Network Switching Introduction to WAN switching.

    Types of WAN switches.

    Packet and Cell Switching Technologies.

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    What is expected of you

    Student participation in class

    Group Discussion

    Presentation

    Quiz Abstract

    Research

    Edmodo

    Advice on Study Strategies & Skills

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    What support is available for you

    Consultation hours

    Email ([email protected])

    Resources

    Reference material

    (Main Reference)Lammle T, (2007) CCNA Study Guide, Sybex

    Odom S, Nottingham H (2002), Cisco Switching Black Book:A Practical in Depth Guide to Configuring, Operating and

    Managing Cisco LAN Switches, Paraglyph Press.(Additional Reference)John J. Roese, (1998) Switched LANs, McGraw-Hill

    Internet resources

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    How you will be assessed

    Assessment components (SAIS) In-course (100%) consisting of

    Individual Practical Assignment(50%)

    - Handout Date : Week 8

    - Hand in Date : Week 16

    Group Assignment(50%)

    - Handout Date : Week 4

    - Hand in Date : Week 13

    Achievement requirements

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    Question and Answer Session

    Q & A

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    What we will cover next

    Introduction to LAN Switching