Assignment for Network Technology

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Qualification Pearson BTEC HND Diploma		Unit number and TitleNetworking Technology (NWT)
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Learning Outcomes being assessed by this coursework:

Learning Outcomes	Assessment criteria for passTo achieve each outcome a learner must demonstrate the ability to:
1. Evaluate networks and networking approaches	1. discuss the role of networks within different organizations and the resource implications of networks2. discuss the different distributed computing approaches of peer-to-peer and client-server networks3. explain the functions of client and server computers on a network and give at least one example of interactions between a client and server computer 4. describe the advantages of client-server approaches particularly over centralized services
2. Investigate basic hardware components and the role of network operating system NOS) software	1. draw and describe basic network topologies and define basic network components2. discuss role of software and hardware3. discuss factors influencing choice of networks stating advantages and disadvantages that arise from different topologies 4. determine a suitable network for a given site
3. Explore the connection of network components	1. explain different connection materials including their specifications and list the criteria you would use to choose such materials2. describe basic signaling methods and their characteristics3. explain the role of the network interface card and carry-out selection, installation and configuration of a network interface card using NOS tools 4. identify how the relevant parameters and protocols are set 5. discuss factors that affect the performance of network interface cards 6. determine a cabling and hardware connection configuration for a given site
4. Explain the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model and common network architectures	1. present the OSI layered model2. explain the role of drivers in a network, discussing their relationship to the NOS and OSI model3. discuss how drivers are selected and implemented for various network components; install NIC driver and demonstrate how to remove and update 4. explain the detailed operation of different IEEE 802.N network configurations 5. refer the 802 protocols to the existing OSI layers 6. relate how architecture influences access and control of the network and draw out merits of different architectures 7. describe scenarios where one architecture might be favored over another
5. Evaluate data transmission and protocols in a network environment	1. discuss the role of packets and how they are built up from their various components, giving an example where data packets are transmitted through different layers of the OSI model2. discuss the role of protocols at different layers of the OSI model, describing the function of specific protocols3. explain examples of transmission between different network layers

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Task 1. Evaluate networks and networking approaches

Aim of the Task This task will assess your understanding of networks and networking approaches.

Learning Outcome(s) of the Task a) discuss the role of networks within different organizations and the resource implications of networks(1.1)

b) discuss the different distributed computing approaches of peer-to-peer and client-server networks(1.2)

c) explain the functions of client and server computers on a network and give at least one example of interactions between a client and server computer(1.3)

d)describe the advantages of client-server approaches particularly over centralized services(1.4)

Questions:Give BRIEF answers to the following:1. Discuss the main role of a network in an educational institute and Retail sector.

2. Draw a diagram of Pear to pear and client server network and discuss the functionality of each network with examples.

3. Most organisations used centralised services. Eg: Air Line reservation use central database for booking flights. Discuss the advantages of client server approach over centralised services.

Merit: To achieve M1 effective judgements will have to be made in order to accurately identify and discuss advantages according to client sever approach according to the examples.

Task 2. Investigate basic hardware components and the role of network operating system NOS) softwareExplore the connection of network components

Aim of the Task This task will assess your understanding of hardware components and NOS and different connection of network components.

Learning Outcome(s) of the Taska) draw and describe basic network topologies and define basic network components (2.1)b) discuss role of software and hardware (2.2)

c) discuss factors influencing choice of networks stating advantages and disadvantages that arise from different topologies (2.3)

d) determine a suitable network for a given site (2.4)

e) explain different connection materials including their specifications and list the criteria you would use to choose such materials (3.1)

f) Determine a cabling and hardware connection configuration for a given site. Identify relevant parameters and protocols (3.4, 3.6)

ScenarioA small import/export organization is planning to upgrade its computer networking arrangements. The organization employing twenty five people is located in a city centre office with a warehouse located ten miles away. The current system is paper/centralized services based.The new requirement is for;

Receptionists (2) to have access to a centralized customer records database.
Order Processing Staff (4) to have access to the customer records database, transportation web sites via the internet, and secure payment facilities.
Warehouse Staff (6) who require computerized handling instructions.
Sales and Marketing (4) to have remote access to customer database.
Executive Management Team (3); access to a secure Management Database.

Additionally all staff to have access to a hosted email service and a company Intranet.

Questions:As an IT Consultant you have been approached by the organisation to produce a detailed Proposal to meet the above requirements1. Create a suitable network topology for the above scenario and label the network components required. (2.1)

2. explain different connection materials including their specifications and list the criteria you would use to choose such materials (3.1)

Materials	Specification	Criteria
Eg: Cat 5e	100 MHz	Connect client and switchConnect switch and routers

3. Discuss role of software and hardware (2.2)

4. Discuss factors influencing choice of networks stating advantages and disadvantages that arise from different topologies. (2.3)

1. Determine a suitable network for a given site (2.4)

2. Determine a cabling and hardware connection configuration for a given site. Provide completed network diagram (with relevant protocol) for the above scenario.(3.4, 3.6)

Merit: To achieve M2: Select / design and apply appropriate methods and techniques when design the network.

Distinction: To achieve D1 Analysis and evaluation factors influencing choice of network.

Task 3. Explore the connection of network components and Explain the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model and common network architectures

Aim of the Task This task will assess your understanding of signalling methods, connection of network component and Network architectures.

Learning Outcome(s) of the Task a. describe basic signaling methods and their characteristics (3.2)b. explain the role of the network interface card and carry-out selection, installation and configuration of a network interface card using NOS tools.(3.3)

c. discuss factors that affect the performance of network interface cards (3.5)

d. present the OSI layered model (4.1)

e. explain the role of drivers in a network, discussing their relationship to the NOS and OSI model (4.2)

f. discuss how drivers are selected and implemented for various network components; install NIC driver and demonstrate how to remove and update (4.3)

g. explain the detailed operation of different IEEE 802.N network configurations (4.4)

h. refer the 802 protocols to the existing OSI layers (4.5)

i. relate how architecture influences access and control of the network and draw out merits of different architectures (4.6)

j. describe scenarios where one architecture might be favored over another (4.7)

Questions:Give BRIEF answers to the following:1. Using suitable figures describe basic signalling methods and characteristics. (3.2)

2. Explain the role of the network card and discuss the factors that affect the performance of NIC. (3.3, 3.5)

3. Explain how to select, install and configure network card using NOS tools. In the discussion explain how drivers are selected and install/remove (3.3, 4.3)

4. Explain how architecture influences access and control of network. In you discussion include

I. OSI model and explain the role of drivers in a network, discussing their relationship to the NOS and OSI model.

II. Detailed explanation of different IEEE 802.N network configurations

III. refer the 802 protocols to the existing OSI layers

(4.1, 4.2, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6)

Meirt: To achieve M2 describe where one architecture might be favored over another

Words: 3000

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