Prerequisites for this module No pre-requisite 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 of independent learning and study in relation to LAN Switching and WAN Networks. Learning Outcomes At the end of this module, YOU should be able to:
Perform router, WAN switch and VLAN troubleshooting, including access 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.
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
Topics we will cover 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 Topics we will cover 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
Topics we will cover Wide Area Network Switching Introduction to WAN switching. Types of WAN switches. Packet and Cell Switching Technologies. Topics we will cover What is expected of you Student participation in class
Group Discussion Presentation Quiz Abstract Research Edmodo
Advice on Study Strategies & Skills What support is available for you Consultation hours Email (salmiah@apu.edu.my)
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
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
Question and Answer Session Q & A What we will cover next Introduction to LAN Switching