Unit 8 Computer Systems Architecture
Unit 8 Computer Systems Architecture
his unit links to the following related units:
his unit links to the following related units:
Unit 8: Computer Systems Architecture
Unit 15: Transport Network Design
Unit 17: Network Security
Unit 35: Network Management
Unit 36: Client/Server Computing Systems
Teaching and Learning Activities
The module tutor(s) will aim to combine lectures with tutorial activities. This environment will provide opportunities for the student to understand the course material through case study and text and to apply it in a practical way. The intent is to facilitate interactive class activities, and discussion about the significant role of research in a global and local business environment.
2.3 Teaching Ethos
The college’s approach towards teaching and learning is simple and effective. The main aim of UKCBC is to assist learners in maximising their potential by ensuring that they are taught clearly and effectively. This will enable students to engage in the learning environment and promote success in both their academic studies and subsequent career.
2.3.1 Methods of Delivery:
LECTURES:
These will be developed around the key concepts as mentioned in the indicative course content and will use a range of live examples and cases from business practice to demonstrate the application of theoretical concepts. This method is primarily used to identify and explain key aspects of the subject so that learners can utilise their private study time more effectively.
SEMINARS:
These are in addition to the lectures. The seminars are designed to give learners the opportunity to test their understanding of the material covered in the lectures and private study with the help of reference books. This methodology usually carries a set of questions identified in advance. Seminars are interactive sessions led by the learners. This method of study gives the learner an excellent opportunity to clarify any points of difficulty with the tutor and simultaneously develop their oral communication skills.
CASE STUDIES:
An important learning methodology is the extensive use of case studies. They enable learners to apply the concepts that they learn in their subjects. The learners have to study the case, analyse the facts presented and arrive at conclusions and recommendations. This assists in the assessment of the learner’s ability to apply to the real world the tools and techniques of analysis which they have learnt. The case study serves as a supplement to the theoretical knowledge imparted through the course work.
Plagiarism:
Any act of plagiarism will be seriously dealt with according to the colleges and awarding bodies’ regulations. In this context the definition and scope of plagiarism are presented below:
Plagiarism is presenting someone’s work as your won. It includes copying information directly from the web or books without referencing the material; submitting joint coursework as an individual effort; copying another student’s coursework; stealing coursework form another student and submitting it as your own work.Suspected plagiarism will be investigated and if found to have occurred will be dealt with according to the college procedure. (For further details please refer to the plagiarism policy and the student code of conduct.)
Assessment:
The module will be assessed meeting all the LO as specified by the awarding body, Ed Excel.
Please read the instructions carefully while addressing the tasks specified.
Contribution: 100% of the module
Outline Details: Individual report approx 4500 words. Details enclosed in the assignment brief.
6.0 Assignment Brief
Section Higher National Certificate/Diploma in Computing
Assignment Brief
| Unit Number and Title | Unit 02: Networking |
| Academic Year | September 2017 |
| Unit Tutor | Rafiqul Islam |
| Assignment Title | Design & Implementation of a Network for a School. |
| Issue Date | WC 11 September 2017 |
| Submission Date | 19 November 2017 |
| IV Name & Date | Raj & 04 December 2017 |
| Submission Format |
| The submission is in the form of an individual written report. This should be written in a concise, formal business style using single spacing and font size 12. You are required to make use of headings, paragraphs and subsections as appropriate, and all work must be supported with research and referenced using the Harvard referencing system. Please also provide a bibliography using the Harvard referencing system. The recommended word limit is 2,000–2,500 words, although you will not be penalised for exceeding the total word limit. |
| Unit Learning Outcomes |
| LO1 Examine networking principles and their protocols.
LO2 Explain networking devices and operations.
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| Assignment Brief and Guidance |
| You are employed as a Network Engineer by an SME [insert here either a named SME or enable students to choose an SME and use the following insertion ‘an SME of your choice’. Students should be encouraged to use their own place of work, if appropriate] and have been asked to investigate and explain networking principles, protocols and devices.
You will need to produce a report for the CEO that includes the following:
2. An explanation of networking principles, protocols and devices, including benefits and constraints of networked solutions, the impact of network topology, communication and bandwidth requirements, effectiveness of networking systems, operating principles of networking devices and server types and networking software.
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| Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria | ||
| Pass | Merit | Distinction |
| LO1 Examine networking principles and their protocols | ||
| P1 Discuss the benefits and constraints of different network types and standards. P2 Explain the impact of network topology, communication and bandwidth requirements. | M1 Compare common networking principles and how protocols enable the effectiveness of networked systems. | LO1 & 2
D1 Considering a given scenario, identify the topology protocol selected for the efficient utilisation of a networking system.
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| LO2 Explain networking devices and operations | ||
| P3 Discuss the operating principles of networking devices and server types. P4 Discuss the inter-dependence of workstation hardware with relevant networking software. | M2 Explore a range of server types and justify the selection of a server, considering a given scenario regarding cost and performance optimisation. | |
LAN Design & Implementation (LO3 & LO4)
| Submission Format |
| The submission is in the form of an individual evidence portfolio. This assignment can be completed as a group, but each student must produce their own portfolio, which will contain:
· A LAN design plan and blueprint and justification document.
· A fully completed test plan including an evaluation of results and recommendations for improvements to LAN.
· A proposed and justified maintenance schedule.
· Evidence of an implemented network.
You are required to make use of headings, paragraphs, subsections and illustrations as appropriate, and all work must be supported with research and referenced using the Harvard referencing system.
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| Unit Learning Outcomes |
| LO3 Design efficient networked systems.
LO4 Implement and diagnose networked systems.
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| Assignment Brief and Guidance |
| You are employed as a network engineer by a high-tech networking solution development organisation and are working on a project for a local educational institution. You will need to analyse the specification from the institution below for completion of this project within a given timeframe:
The school comprises of 10 classrooms, 2 computer labs, a study room and a library. Each classroom has a PC needs to be connected to the network. Each Classroom also has a projector.The library is located at first floor and contain two PCs and a network printer. The two PCs should only be used to access the library database server of the library to search for books.
Each of the two labs contain the following:
o 25 PC for students.
o 1 PC for instructor.
o 1 projector
The school has 250 students, 20 teachers, 12 marketing and administration staff, 5 higher managers including the head of academics and the programme manager, 3 computer network administrators. Each teacher and staff has separate computer and all share 3 printers situated in 3 different floors.
The school has 3 floors. All offices are located at the ground floor. All the classrooms are located at the first and second floor. One lab located on the first floor and another located on the second floor. The main server for the network will be installed in a server room on the ground floor.
Your ISP has given you a IPAddress for your School. You will need to divide your network into various sub networks to allow different functions to operate in various departments as below:
· All the classrooms are on their own sub network.
· Each of the two computer labs should be on its own sub network
· Marketing, administration staff and network administrator should be on the same subnetwork.
· All the teachers’ and higher managers should be on the same sub network.
You are required to design the network in simulated environment, write the documentation according to the tasks mentioned below and submit it in report format style to the head of academics of the school.
Part 1 Design efficient networked systems
1. Prepare a written step-by-step plan of how you are going to design a Local Area Network including a blueprint of your LAN.
2. Justify your choice of devices for your network design.
3. Produce a test plan to evaluate this design for the requirements of bandwidth and cost constraints as per user specifications.
4. Justify the security requirements and quality of services needed for selection of accessories.
5. Suggest a maintenance schedule to support the networked system.
Part 2 Implement test and diagnose networked systems
1. Implement a networked system based on your prepared design.
2. Conduct verification with e.g. Ping, extended ping, trace route, telnet, SSH, etc.
3. Record the test results and analyse these against expected results.
4. Investigate what functionalities would allow the system to support device growth and the addition of communication devices.
5. Discuss the significance of upgrades and security requirements in your recommendations.
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| Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria | ||
| Pass | Merit | Distinction |
| LO3 Design efficient networked systems | ||
| P5 Design a networked system to meet a given specification. P6 Test and evaluate the design to meet the requirements and analyse user feedback. | M3 Install and configure network services and applications on your choice. | D2 Design a maintenance schedule to support the networked system. |
| LO4 Implement and diagnose networked systems | ||
| P7 Implement a networked system based on a prepared design. P8 Document and analyse test results against expected results. | M4 Recommend potential enhancements for the networked systems. | D3 Use critical reflection to evaluate own work and justify valid conclusions. |
7.0Assignment Guidelines:
- Use a standard report structure, Word-process the report and use Normal script of a proper font size 12.
- Produce an academic report, detailing the above issues with a word limit of 4000 to 4500 words.
- Complete the title page and sign the statement of authenticity.
- The Assignment sheet should be attached in the front.
- Submit the document in a folder in the form of a file as well as a soft copy on the submission date.
- It should be uploaded on E-Learning platform before the deadline and submitted to ——– and sign the submission form of the college.
- Assignments submitted after the deadline will not be accepted unless mitigating and may be entitled for a late fee.
- Collusion and Plagiarism must be avoided.
- Start each answer on a new page and pages should be numbered. Highlight each question clearly.
- Include a Bibliography at the end of the assignment and use the Harvard referencing system.
- All work should be comprehensively referenced and all sources must be fully acknowledged, such as books and journals, websites (include the date of visit), etc.
- Try to give the page numbers, publishers’ details and the year of publication
- In order to pass you need to address all the LO and Assessment Criteria’s.
- In order to get a merit you need to address all LO assessment criteria and the characteristics of M1, M2,M3 & M4
- In order to get a Distinction you need to address all Merit characteristics and the characteristics of D1, D2 and D3. Use a common format for the questions, for example:
- Introduction (analyse the question.)
- Underpinning Knowledge (write about the relevant theory/points)
- Applied knowledge(Data Analysis)
- Conclusions and Recommendations (summarizing the whole scenario keeping in view pass, merit, distinction criteria.)
8.0Glossary of academic words used in this and other assignments
| Account for | Give reasons for: explain why something happens. |
| Analyse | Examine something in very close detail and from a number of angles. Identify the important points and chief features, and understand their relationships. |
| Argue | Present a case for and against a proposal or statement and present your own opinion at the end. |
| Compare | Show how two or more things are similar. |
| Contrast | Look at two or more things and draw out differences. State whether the differences are significant. |
| Critically evaluate | Weigh arguments for and against something, assess the strength of evidence on both Faisales. |
| Define | Give the exact meaning of. |
| Describe | Give a detailed account of the main features or characteristics … |
| Discuss | Write about the most important characteristics of something. Give arguments for and against, look at it from a variety of perspectives. |
| Distinguish | Identify the differences between two items. |
| Evaluate | Assess the worth or usefulness of something. Use evidence to support your opinion. |
| Examine | Look at something in detail. You may be expected to ‘critically evaluate’ it as well. |
| Explain | Make it clear why something happens or why it is the way it is. |
| Identify | Recognise name and briefly describe something. |
| Illustrate | Use examples to further explain or justify something. Could be visual or verbal. |
| Interpret | Explain the meaning or significance of information or data that you are presenting. |
| Justify | Provide evidence that supports an argument or idea. |
| Outline | Give only the main points, show only the main structure. |
| Prove | Present evidence in a logical structure to support an argument for a point of view. |
| Relate (Two meanings) | 1. Show how ideas / theories/ events etc are linked or connected.
2. Tell a story. Explain something in a narrative fashion.
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| Review | Survey and comment on the key aspects of something or a range of things. |
| State | Give the main features clearly and simply. |
| Summarise | Draw out the main points, omitting detail and examples. |
| To what extent… | How far is something true, or contributes to a final outcome. Also how far is it not true? In academic writing the answer is usually somewhere in the middle. |
| Trace | Describe the development of something; follow the order of different stages in an event or process. |
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