Base Knowledge
Computer Networks I
Teaching Methodologies
The following teaching methodologies are used in this course unit:
1. Expository method: explanatory method where theoretical foundations and concepts are presented by the teacher and discussed with the class. Concepts and information will be presented to students through, for example, slide presentations or oral discussions. It will be used in classes to structure and outline the information.
2. Demonstrative method: based on the example given by the teacher of a technical or practical operation that one wishes to be learned. It focuses on how a given operation is carried out, highlighting the most appropriate techniques, tools and equipment. It will be used, for example, in practical and laboratory classes.
3. Interrogative method: process based on verbal interactions, under the direction of the teacher, adopting the format of questions and answers. It allows for greater dynamics in the classroom and consolidates learning. It will be used, for example, to remember elements of previous classes and in revisions of the lectured content.
4. Active methods: pedagogical techniques will be used in which the student is the center of the learning process, being an active participant and involved in his own training. The teacher assumes the role of facilitator, stimulating critical thinking, collaboration, creativity and student autonomy. They will be applied in classes to achieve a dynamic and more lasting learning environment.
Learning Results
At the end of the course unit the student will be able to:
1. Explain how a switch works and demonstrate the configuration of its ports. Summarize how the STP protocol works and demonstrate its configuration. Analyze and demonstrate the operation of the Etherchannel protocol.
2. Identify the main characteristics of VLANs. Classify the different types of Inter-VLAN routing, and demonstrate its configuration.
3. Explain how the DHCPv4 and DHCPv6 protocols work. Demonstrate SLAAC operation and configuration. Analyze the FRHP protocol.
4. Identify the characteristics of NAT. Classify the different types of NAT. Demonstrate NAT configuration.
5. Explain key security concepts. Illustrate the characteristics of Access Control Lists (ACLs). Build standard and extended ACLs.
6. Recognize the different types of routing. Justify static routing, and create static routes.
7. Classify dynamic routing protocols. Analyze the “Distance Vector” and “Link-state” routing protocols. Demonstrate OSPF protocol configuration.
8. Identify and discuss device discovery, management, and maintenance protocols.
Program
1. Switching. Operation and configuration of a switch. Configuration of switch ports. STP operation and configuration. Etherchannel.
2. VLANs. Inter-VLAN Routing: legacy and router-on-a-stick.
3. DHCPv4 and DHCPv6: operation and configuration. SLAAC. Stateless and stateful DHCPv6 configuration. FRHP.
4. NAT. Types: static NAT, dynamic NAT, PAT and port forwarding. NAT64.
5. Security concepts. Access Control Lists (ACLs). Configuration of standard and extended IPv4 ACLs. Configuration of standard ACLs to protect remote access.
6. Routing. Types of routing. Static routing. Configuration of static routes. VLSM.
7. Dynamic routing protocols. “Distance Vector” routing protocols (RIP, EIGRP). Link-state routing protocols (OSPF, IS-IS). OSPF protocol.
8. Device discovery (CDP, LLDP), management (NTP, Syslog) and maintenance (OS backup and restoration, password recovery).
Curricular Unit Teachers
Grading Methods
- - Report - 50.0%
- - Exam - 50.0%
- - Theoretical Test 1 - 25.0%
- - Theoretical Test 2 - 25.0%
- - Report - 50.0%
Internship(s)
NAO
Bibliography
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Stallings, W. (2013). Data and computer communications (10th ed.). Pearson.
Véstias, M. (2016). Redes cisco para profissionais (7th ed.). FCA.