CCNP Switch and Troubleshoot

Course aim

To develop student’s ability to design and troubleshoot converged networks and create reliable, scalable, multi-layer switched LANs.

Course content

• Virtual LANs
• VTP
• IP Service Level Agreements
• Spanning Tree Protocol
• Wireless LANs
• Planning Maintenance
• Troubleshooting routed and switched networks
• Troubleshooting Addressing schemes

Textbook(s)

Richard Froom, Erum Frahim 2015, Implementing Cisco IP Switched Networks (SWITCH) Foundation Learning Guide (CCNP SWITCH 300-115), Cisco Press, Indianapolis USA

Amir Ranjbar 2015, Troubleshooting and Maintaining Cisco IP Networks (TSHOOT) Foundation Learning Guide (CCNP TSHOOT 300-135), Cisco Press, Indianapolis USA

Prerequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
INFT 3022	CCNP Route
INFT 3019	Network Architecture

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES
Lecture	1 hour x 13 weeks
Computer Practical	3 hours x 13 weeks
INTERNAL, CITY WEST
Lecture	1 hour x 13 weeks
Computer Practical	3 hours x 13 weeks
EXTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES, ONLINE
External (On-line materials and remotely accessible practicals)	N/A x 13 weeks
External (Moderated discussion board)	N/A x 13 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Assignment 1 (part individual, part in pairs) - a written report and a practical implementation, Assignment 2 , Tests

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
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