Unit 9 Networking Assignment Brief(1)

Unit 9 Assignment Brief U9_DT_AB_SEP23 1 STUDENT NAME AND ID NUMBER Qualification Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma in Digital Technologies for England (Cyber Security) Academic Year 2023-2024 Unit Number & Name Unit 9: Networking Unit Leader Dr Ayodeji Ajani Unit Lecturers Dr Olatunde Olaleye, Paul Shemmell, Quimer Ahmed and Dr Hewa Balisane Assignment Title Network Design and Implementation for HikTech Limited UK Type of Assignment Report and Demonstration Weighting Report (50%) and Demonstration (50%) Issue Date Week Commencing 16/10/2023 Summative Submission Date 17/12/2023 (17th December at 23:59 using Summative submission link on Moodle). Assessor Dr Olatunde Olaleye, Paul Shemmell, Quimer Ahmed and Dr Hewa Balisane IV name Rajitha De Silva Jayasinghe

Unit 9 Assignment Brief U9_DT_AB_SEP23 2 Assignment Submission Format (Structure) The submission is in the form of: 1. Written Report: 2000 words 2. 15-minute recorded demonstration on Network Design, Implementati on, and testing. Assignment Guidelines: ✓ Use a cover page, Title Page, and Contents page for the report. ✓ The main body of the report should be concise and in a formal academic style. ✓ Use at least 1.5 spacing and Times New Roman/ Arial font size 12. ✓ Use headings, paragraphs, and subsections as appropriate. ✓ Support the work with research, in-text citations, as well as statistics when relevant. ✓ Provide introduction, conclusion, evaluation, and recommendations. ✓ Use Appendices (if any). ✓ Use the Harvard Referencing Style for in-text citations and reference lists. ✓ Provide a reference list using the Harvard referencing system. ✓ Respect the word limit of 2000 words (+/- 10%), excluding the cover page, contents page, list of references and appendices, although you will not be penalised for exceeding the total word limit. Note: Your submission must be word-processed, written work with a clear indication of the unit number and title, your name and registration number, and the student declaration. ✓ Attach the front sheet of this assignment brief to your work for assignment submission with signatures on the statement of authenticity. ✓ Assignments submitted after the deadline will not be accepted unless Extenuating Circumstances Form is submitted with third-party evidence. Unit Learning Outcomes: LO1: Examine networking principles and their protocols. LO2: Explain networking devices and operations. LO3: Design efficient networked systems. LO4: Implement and diagnose networked systems.

Unit 9 Assignment Brief U9_DT_AB_SEP23 4 • All staff must be able to log on to any of the networked computers. A detailed plan for network operation monitoring (performance & security), maintenance, and troubleshooting must be established. Activities You should prepare a report that includes the following: LO1 & LO2: Networking Principles, Protocols and Operations A computer network is a collection of computing hardware and software devices linked together to facilitate communication and resource sharing among a wide range of users. • Discuss the functional benefits and constraints of different network types and standards. • There are several different types of network topologies, each with advantages and disadvantages. Explain the impact of network topology, communication and bandwidth requirements. • To operate efficiently, the infrastructure of a network consists of devices that conform to well- known standards and protocols. Compare common networking principles and how protocols enable the effectiveness of networked systems. • Considering the uses of switches, routers and other networking devices in the proposed network, list and discuss the operating principles of networking devices and server types used. • At the same time, discuss the interdependence of terminal hardware in conjunction with network software in relation to application availability, cost of ownership and other critical factors that can impact network performance. • Also, explore a range of server types and justify the selection of a server, considering the given scenario regarding cost and performance optimisation. • In the proposed network for HikTech, identify the topology protocol selected for the efficient utilisation of the networking system. You should prepare for a demonstration on the following: LO3 & LO4: Design and Implementation of HikTech Network System You will be required to demonstrate your design and implementation of the network project within a given time frame. Growth and success are considered major elements for a small business

Unit 9 Assignment Brief U9_DT_AB_SEP23 5 organisation. There are several things that can enable achieving an efficient computer network. This has many benefits such as reducing unnecessary costs, raising your business outcome and increasing business efficiency. • Use any networking diagram software to design the network system based on the scenario given above, utilize all the hardware and software selection of section 1. • Also test and evaluate the design to meet the requirements and analyse user feedback. Install and configure network services and applications of your choice. • Design a maintenance schedule to support the networked system. Documentation is important in troubleshooting networks in an effective and efficient manner. Furthermore, troubleshooting will save the organisation time and money. Therefore, proper documentation should exist before a technician can troubleshoot a network, which will assist in expeditiously finding the problem. • After discussing the design with your tutor and receiving approval confirmation, you should start the implementation and testing stages using a network simulation tool (e.g., Cisco Packet Tracer). • Document and analyse test results against expected results. • Recommend potential enhancements for the designed network systems. Conclusion of demonstration: Use critical reflection to evaluate your network design, installation, configuration, and testing procedure for the given scenario, while justifying the valid conclusions. * Please access HN Global for additional resources support and reading for this unit. For further guidance and support on report writing please refer to the Study Skills Unit on HN Global www.highernationals.com • Collusion and Plagiarism must be avoided. • Start each section on a new page, and the pages should be numbered. Highlight each question clearly. • Include a Bibliography at the end of the assignment and use the Harvard referencing style. • 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. • To get a pass, you need to address all the LOs and meet all the PASS (Ps) criteria within the LO. • To get a merit, you need to address the characteristics of Pass and then M1, M2, M3 and M4.

Unit 9 Assignment Brief U9_DT_AB_SEP23 7 Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria Unit 9 Networking 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 network topologies have on communication and bandwidth requirements. M1 Assess common networking principles and how protocols enable the effectiveness of networked systems. LO1 & 2 D1 Evaluate the topology and protocol suite selected for a given scenario and how it demonstrates the efficient utilisation of a networking system. LO2 Explain networking devices and operations P3 Discuss the operating principles of networking devices and server types. P4 Discuss the interdependence of workstation hardware and relevant networking software. M2 Explore a range of server types and justify the selection of a server for a given scenario, regarding cost and performance optimisation. LO3 Design efficient networked systems P5 Design a networked system to meet a given specification. P6 Design a maintenance schedule to support the networked system. M3 Analyse user feedback on your designs with the aim of optimizing your design and improving efficiency. LO3 & 4 D2 Critically reflect on the implemented network, including the design and decisions made to enhance the 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

Unit 9 Assignment Brief U9_DT_AB_SEP23 8 Textbooks Burgess, M. (2003) Principles of Network and System Administration . 2nd Ed. J ohn W il e y a nd S ons L t d . H allbe r g , B. ( 2005) N et w o r k i n g : A B eg i nn er ’ s Guide . 4 t h Ed . O s b o rn e / M c Gra w - H ill U S . Limoncelli, T. and Hogan, C. (2001) The Practice of System and Network Administration . Addison-Wesley. Lowe, D. (2005) Networking All-in-One Desk Reference for Dummies . 2nd Ed. Hungry Minds Inc. Olifer, N. and Olifer, V. (2005) Computer Networks: Principles, Technologies and Protocols for N et w o r k D es i g n . J ohn W il e y a nd S ons L t d . Stallings, W. (2003) Data and Computer Communications . 7th Ed. Prentice Hall Subramanian, M. (2000) Network Management: An Introduction to Principles and Practice. Addison-Wesley. Tanenbaum, A. (2002) Computer Networks . Prentice Hall PTR. Journals, Website https://www.ciscopress.com/articles/ https://www.netacad.com/courses/networking/ccna-introduction-networks https://www.netacad.com/courses/networking/ccna-switching-routing-wireless-essentials https://www.netacad.com/courses/packet-tracer https://www.ibm.com/uk-en/cloud/learn/networking-a-complete-guide https://www.guru99.com/data-communication-computer-network-tutorial.html