networking technology qcf

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Networking Technologies

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Assignment Title & Number: Learning Outcomes Covered:Outcome 1:Understand networking principlesOutcome 2: Understand networking ComponentsOutcome 3: Be able to design networked SystemsOutcome 4: Be able to implement and support networked systems

Assessment Criteria Covered:(1.1, 1.2, 1.3,1.4)( 2.1, 2.2, 2.3)(3.1, 3.2) (4.1, 4.2, 4.3,4.4,4.5)

The following sheet lists all the assessment criterias covered in this assignment.

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ESoft Computer Studies (PVT)Ltd Networking Technologies Assignment1

HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA in COMPUTING & SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT

ASSIGNMENT FRONT COVER SHEET

Task 1

1.1 Explain the terms Client server architecture and peer to peer architecture using diagrams Describe advantages and disadvantages in both approaches. Provide examples from real world which uses these two methods. (P1.1)

1.2 Suggest a suitable topology for below scenario (Task 2) and explain why you select that topology and explain advantages and disadvantages of selected topology. (P1.1)

1.3 Evaluate the impact of current network technology, communication and standards (P1.2)

1.4 Discuss the term protocol in network and how the protocols enable the effective utilisation of different networking systems. (P1.3)

Assessment criteria covered under Task 1

P1.1 Discuss the benefits and constraints of different networking systems types and topologiesP1.2 Evaluate the impact of current network technology, communication and standardsP1.3 Discuss how protocols enable the effective utilisation of different networking systems

Task 2

ESOFT Computer Studies Pvt (Ltd) institute just acquires a new building which is having four floors. ESOFT is going to set up a network to create a local area network to ease out day to day operations

15-computers in first floor including one server 40-computers in third and fourth floors including 2 servers. 20-computers and two severs in second floor.

2.1 Explain networking software and hardware and the usage and functionality of those according to the given scenario.(P2.1)

2.2. As new network administrator you have to suggest what the required servers are after analyzing the network in the each floor. It is required to analyze different products available in market, their cost and benefit and why you suggest them for above network. ( P2.2)

2.3 Discuss the inter-dependence of workstation hardware with network components. (P2.3)


P2.1 Discuss the role of software and hardware componentsP2.2 Discuss server types and selection requirementP2.3 Discuss the inter-dependence of workstation hardware with network components

Task 3


3.1 Draw suggested topology and network devices for each floor to meet the given specification for above case study. In this diagram you must show devices cleary (P3.1)

3.2 Evaluate the above design and analyze user feedback.(considering bandwidth, quality, security and scalability..etc..) (P.3.2)


P3.1 Design a networked system to meet a given specificationP3.2 Evaluate the design and analyze user feedback

Task 4

4.1 Implement a network system based on the design you have prepared under Task 3.1. (NOTE: installation of communication devices, allocation of addresses, local client configuration, server configuration, server installation with screen shots) (P4.1)

4.2 Use appropriate testing methods to test the system (analyze test results against expected results) and prepare a documentation. (P4.2, P4.3)

4.3 After a one year of time management has decided to expand their networked system. Recommend useful enhancements for the system (P4.4)4.4 According to the implemented network system, prepare a maintenance schedule. (P.4.5)


P4.1 Implements a networked system based on a prepared designP4.2 Test the network system to meet user requirementsP4.3 Document and analyse test results against expected resultsP4.4 Recommend potential enhancements for the networked systemsP4.5 Design a maintenance schedule to support the networked system.


Outcome(s)/criteria Possible evidence Achieved Feedback

P1 Understand networking principlesP1.1 Discuss the benefits and constraints of differentnetworking systems types and topologies

Explain the terms Client server architecture and peer to peer architecture using diagrams. Describe advantages and disadvantages in both approaches. Provide examples from real world which uses these two methods. (Task 1.1)

Suggest a suitable topology for below scenario (Task 2) and explain why you select that topology and explain advantages and disadvantages of selected topology. (Task 1.2)

P1.2 Evaluate the impact of current network technology, communication and standards

Evaluate the impact of current network technology, communication and standards (Task 1.3)

P1.3 discuss how protocols enable the effective utilization ofdifferent networking systems

Discuss the term protocol in network and how the protocols enable the effective utilization of different networking systems. (Task 1.4)

P2. Understand networkingComponentsP2.1 Discuss the role of software and hardware components

Explain networking software and hardware and the usage and functionality of those according to the given scenario (Task 2.1)

P.2.2 Discuss server types and selection requirement As new network administrator you have to suggest

ESoft Computer Studies (PVT)Ltd Networking Technologies Assignment 5

Unit 24: Networking TechnologiesAssessment Criteria

P.2.3 Discuss the inter-dependence of workstation hardwarewith network components

what are the required servers after analyzing the network in the each floor. It is required to analyze different products available in market, their cost and benefit and why you suggest them for above network.(Task 2.2)

Discuss the inter-dependence of workstation hardware with network components.(Task 2.3)

P3 Be able to design networkedSystemsP3.1 design a networked system to meet a given specification

Draw suggested topology and network devices for each floor to meet the given specification for above case study. In this diagram you must show devices cleary (Task 3.1)

P3.2 Evaluate the above design and analyze user feedback.

Evaluate the above design and analyze user feedback.(Task 3.2)

P4. Be able to implement andsupport networked systems

P4.1 Implement a networked system based on a prepareddesign

Implement a network system based on the design you have prepared under Task 3.1. (Task 4.1)

P4.2 Test the network system to meet user requirements

Use appropriate testing methods to test the system (analyze test results against expected results) and prepare a documentation (Task 4.2)

P 4.3 Document and analyse test results against expectedresults

Use appropriate testing methods to test the system (analyze test results against expected results) and prepare a documentation.(Task 4.2)


P4.4Recommend potential enhancements for the networkedsystems

As a Network Administrator, recommend useful enhancements for the networked system (Task 4.3)

P4.5 Design a maintenance schedule to support the networked system.

According to the implemented network system, prepare a maintenance schedule (Task 4.4)


Grade Description – Merit Possible evidence Achieved Feedback M1. Identify and apply strategies to find appropriate solutions

M1.1. Effective Judgments have been made in identifying proper solutions for the scenarios given.

M1.2.Complex problems with more than one variable have been explored

M1.3. An effective approach to study and research has been applied to identify and explain tasks

M2. Select/design and apply appropriate methods/techniques

M 2.1. Relevant theories and techniques have been applied in creating designs, developing and testing the databases.

M2.2. A range of methods and techniques have been applied

M2.3 A range of sources of information has been used

M 2.4. The selection of methods and techniques has to be justified in best way

M2.5 The design of methods/techniques has been justified

M2.6 Complex information/data has been synthesized andprocessed


M2.7 Appropriate learning methods/techniques have been applied

M3. Present and communicate appropriate findings

M 3.1. The appropriate structure and approach has been used according to assignment written document given with assignment set

M3.2 Coherent, logical development of principles/concepts for the intended audience

M 3.3.A ranges of methods of presentation have been used and technical language has been accurately used. Submit the assignments on or before due date specified and the 80% attendance for classes.M3.4 The communication is appropriate for familiar and unfamiliar audiences and appropriate media have been used.


Grade Description – Distinction

Possible evidenceAchieved

Feedback

D1. Use critical reflection to evaluate own work and justify valid conclusions.

D 1.1.Conclusions have been arrived at thorough synthesis when designing, developing and testing databases and they have been justified. D.1.2 The validity of results has been evaluated using definedcriteriaD.1.3 Self-criticism of approach has taken place

D1.4 Realistic improvements have been proposed against definedcharacteristics for success

D2. Take responsibility for managing and organizing activities.

D 2.1 Autonomy/independence has been demonstrated

D 2.2. Substantial activities, projects or investigations have beenplanned, managed and organized D.2.3 Activities have been managed

D.2.4 the unforeseen has been accommodated

D.2.5 The importance of interdependence has been recognised and achieved


D3. Demonstrate convergent/lateral/ creative thinking

D 3.1 Ideas have been generated and decisions taken

D.3.2. Self-evaluation has taken place

D.3.3. Convergent and lateral thinking have been appliedD.3.4 Problems have been solved

D.3.5. Innovation and creative thought have been appliedD.3.6. Receptiveness to new ideas is evident

D.3.7. Effective thinking has taken place in unfamiliar contexts


Merit Criteria Evidence Achieved FeedbackM1 - identify and applystrategies to findappropriate solutions

M 1.1- effective judgments have been taken to complete task 2 by explaining suitability of selected network topology

M2 - select/design and apply appropriate

methods/techniques

M 2.3 a range of sources of information has been used to explain the tasks given in the assignment and indication of proper references

M3 - present and communicate appropriate findings

M 3.3- a range of methods of presentation such as descriptions, visuals has been used and technical language has been accurately used to complete tasks.


Distinction descriptors Indicative characteristics Achieved FeedbackD1 - use critical reflection to evaluate own work and justify valid conclusions

D1.2- the validity of results has been evaluated with the lecturer when the student complete his practical task ,(validity of the work is necessary to observed and recorded on the observation sheet)

D2 - take responsibility for managing and organizing activities

D2.3 activities have been managed to complete the assignment within given timeframe.

D3 – demonstrate convergent/lateral/ creative thinking

D 3.2 self-evaluation has been taken place on how you analyze the assignment and meet the requirements of each task. How well you have explained or described the tasks?


networking technology qcf

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assessment criteria covered

esoft computer studies

show devices cleary

current network technology

networking systems types

justify valid conclusions

networking systems

networked system