Study Guide

Objective

After completing the course the student knows the fundamentals of switched networks and routing technologies. The student understands the basics of wireless networks and network security. They can configure switches and routers, troubleshoot network operations and identify and mitigate security threats in small enterprise networks. The student understands the key switching and routing concepts and can design and build a small, redundant network.

Content

Basic device configuration
Switching concepts
VLANs
Inter-VLAN routing
STP
EtherChannel
DHCP
SLAAC and FHRP concepts
LAN security concepts
Switch security configuration
WLAN

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Student has achieved the course objectives. Student will be able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. Student understands the criteria and principles of the expertise development.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Student is able to define the course concepts and models and is able to justify the analysis. Student is able to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student understands the importance of expertise in the field of information and communication technology and is able to analyze his/her own expertise

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and models. Student is able to make justified and fluent analysis and to present concrete development measures. Student is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze expertise in the information and communication technology sector and the development of his/her own expertise.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Student has achieved the course objectives. Student will be able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. Student understands the criteria and principles of the expertise development.

Prerequisites

Local Area Networks or equivalent knowledge about LAN technology