CSN205 - Static Networks

Subject Title
Static Networks

Subject Description
In this course students learn the foundation of core, distribution and access networks implementation, based on hardware and software components in a distributed control plane architecture. All those components are integrated in a secure and manageable solution according to customers needs. Through practical activities, students configure network appliances and apply switching and routing techniques to implement quality of service, congestion control and security features.

Credit Status
one (1) credit for CNS/CTY Diploma Program

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

At the end of the course, students will be able to:

1. Determine the set of configuration parameters applied in order to solve networking customer requirements.
2. Use configuration commands required to set routing and switching devices according to service level agreements.
3. Generate addressing schemes for local and wide area networks along with the basic information security policies to keep network resources secured.
4. Analyze customer requirements to translate them into networking policies and procedures.
5. Configure network access control mechanisms to enforce network management policies and security best practices.
6. Construct reliable network topologies according to current quality of service standards.

Essential Employability Skills

    •  Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the written, spoken and visual form that fulfils the purpose and meets the needs of the audience.

    •  Respond to written, spoken, or visual messages in a manner that ensures effective communication.

    •  Execute mathematical operations accurately.

    •  Apply a systematic approach to solve problems.

    •  Use a variety of thinking skills to anticipate and solve problems.

    •  Locate, select, organize, and document information using appropriate technology and information systems.

    •  Analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant information from a variety of sources.

    •  Show respect for diverse opinions, values, belief systems, and contributions of others.

    •  Interact with others in groups or teams in ways that contribute to effective working relationships and the achievement of goals.

    •  Manage the use of time and other resources to complete projects.

    •  Take responsibility for one's own actions, decisions, and consequences.

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Please visit the Academic Integrity website http://open2.senecac.on.ca/sites/academic-integrity/for-students to understand and learn more about how to prepare and submit work so that it supports academic integrity, and to avoid academic misconduct.

Discrimination/Harassment
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Accommodation for Students with Disabilities
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Camera Use and Recordings - Synchronous (Live) Classes
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