COMP06234 2018 Routing and Switching Essentials
This course describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in a small network. Students learn how to configure a router and a switch for basic functionality. By the end of this course, students will be able to configure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common issues with virtual LANs and interVLAN routing in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
Explain, configure and troubleshoot routers to make forwarding decisions using static routing, RIP, OSPF and EIGRP
Explain, configure and troubleshoot a switched network in a small to medium sized business
Explain, configure and troubleshoot basic access control lists in a small to medium sized business
Explain, configure and troubleshoot NAT/PAT and DHCP in a small to medium business
Teaching and Learning Strategies
Simulation-based learning activities promote the exploration of networking concepts and allow students to experiment with network behaviour.
Hands-on labs help students develop critical thinking and complex problem solving skills.
Module Assessment Strategies
Formative assessment - 10 CCNA Routing and Switching quizes held on a weekely basis worth 50%. Students will be allowed to choose their best 8/10 quizes.
A summative practical exam on packet tracer to test the students ability to configure and troubleshoot routing and switching concepts to meet the CCNA Routing and Switching requirements, this will be worth 50% CA.
Repeat Assessments
Repeat exam and/or practical to examine the learning outcomes that have not been achieved.
Indicative Syllabus
Routing Concepts
- Configure a router to route between multiple directlyconnected networks.
- Explain how routers use information in data packets to make forwarding decisions in a small to mediumsized business network.
- Explain how a router learns about remote networks when operating in a small to medium-sized business network.
Static Routing
- Implement Static Routes Explain how static routes are implemented in a small to medium-sized business network.
- Configure Static and Default Routes Configure static routes to enable connectivity in a small to medium-sized business network.
- Troubleshoot Static and Default Routes Troubleshoot static and default route configurations.
Dynamic Routing
- Explain the function of dynamic routing protocols.
- Implement RIPv2.
- Determine the route source, administrative distance, and metric for a given route.
Switched Networks
- Explain how switched networks support small to medium-sized businesses.
- Explain how Layer 2 switches forward data in a small to medium-sized LAN.
- Basic Switch Configuration Configure basic switch settings to meet network requirements.
- Configure a switch using security best practices in a small to medium-sized business network.
VLANs
- Explain how VLANs segment broadcast domains in a small to medium-sized business network.
- Implement VLANs to segment a small to mediumsized business network.
- Configure routing between VLANs in a small to medium-sized business network.
Access Control Lists
- Explain the purpose and operation of ACLs in small to medium-sized business networks.
- Configure standard IPv4 ACLs to filter traffic in a small to medium-sized business network.
- Troubleshoot ACLs Troubleshoot IPv4 ACL issues.
DHCP
- Implement DHCPv4 to operate across multiple LANs in a small to medium-sized business network.
- Implement DHCPv6 to operate across multiple LANs in a small to medium-sized business network.
NAT for IPv4
- Explain how NAT provides IPv4 address scalability in a small to medium-sized business network.
- Configure NAT services on the edge router to provide IPv4 address scalability in a small to medium-sized business network.
- Troubleshoot NAT issues in a small to medium-sized business network.
Device Discovery, Management, and Maintenance
- Device Discovery Use discovery protocols to map a network topology.
- Configure NTP and Syslog in a small to medium-sized business network
- Maintain router and switch configuration and IOS files.
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework Assessment
Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
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1 | Multiple choice Routing and Switching Essentials Quizes | Coursework Assessment | Multiple Choice/Short Answer Test | 50 % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,4 |
2 | Practical Assessing Routing, Switching, Security, DHCP, NAT | Coursework Assessment | Practical Evaluation | 50 % | Week 13 | 1,2,3,4 |
Full Time Mode Workload
Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
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Lecture | Lecture Theatre | Explain Theoretical Concepts | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
Practical / Laboratory | Computer Laboratory | Practical Implementations | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
Independent Learning | Not Specified | Independant Learning | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
Required & Recommended Book List
2016-12-01 Routing and Switching Essentials v6 Companion Guide Cisco Press
This is the eBook of the printed book and may not include any media, website access codes, or print supplements that may come packaged with the bound book.
Routing and Switching Essentials v6 Companion Guide
Routing and Switching Essentials v6 Companion Guide is the official supplemental textbook for the Routing and Switching Essentials course in the Cisco Networking Academy CCNA Routing and Switching curriculum.
This course describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in a small network.
The Companion Guide is designed as a portable desk reference to use anytime, anywhere to reinforce the material from the course and organize your time.
The books features help you focus on important concepts to succeed in this course:
Chapter ObjectivesReview core concepts by answering the focus questions listed at the beginning of each chapter.
Key TermsRefer to the lists of networking vocabulary introduced and highlighted in context in each chapter.
GlossaryConsult the comprehensive Glossary with more than 250 terms.
Summary of Activities and LabsMaximize your study time with this complete list of all associated practice exercises at the end of each chapter.
Check Your UnderstandingEvaluate your readiness with the end-ofchapter questions that match the style of questions you see in the online course quizzes. The answer key explains each answer.
How ToLook for this icon to study the steps you need to learn to perform certain tasks.
Interactive ActivitiesReinforce your understanding of topics with dozens of exercises from the online course identified throughout the book with this icon.
Packet Tracer ActivitiesExplore and visualize networking concepts using Packet Tracer exercises interspersed throughout the chapters and provided in the accompanying Labs & Study Guide book.
VideosWatch the videos embedded within the online course.
Hands-on LabsWork through all the course labs and additional Class Activities that are included in the course and published in the separate Labs & Study Guide.
This book is part of the Cisco Networking Academy Series from Cisco Press. Books in this series support and complement the Cisco Networking Academy curriculum.
2016-06-08 CCNA Routing and Switching Portable Command Guide (ICND1 100-105, ICND2 200-105, and CCNA 200-125) Cisco Press
ISBN 1587205882 ISBN-13 9781587205880
Module Resources
cisco.netacad.net
Simulation Software (Packet Tracer & GNS3)
IT Sligo Moodle Account