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Course Code & Title: |
DNCT603 Network Infrastructure and Administration |
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Assignment Title |
1 – Technical Report |
Assessment Type |
Theory/Practical |
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Level |
6 |
Credits |
15 |
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Term & Cohort: |
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Due date: |
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Overall Weighting: |
40% |
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Total marks available |
100 |
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Tutor: |
Kourosh Ahmadi |
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Course aim
This course provides students with advanced knowledge of computer hardware, network, and infrastructure. Students will obtain in-depth knowledge and practical experience in installation, configuration and troubleshooting for computer and network systems.
Purpose
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of VLANs and Inter-VLAN routing and configure the static route with secured communication link (IPsec).
Assessment Information
1. This is an individual open-book assessment. The assessment is worth 40% of your total assessment weighting of the entire course.
2. Resources and/or equipment which may be used for this activity:
• NZSE issued material; and• your own course notes.
3. You have 3 weeks to complete this assessment.
4. Up to 15% of the content may be quoted or paraphrased from other sources provided you acknowledge and cite the original source of material you use.
5. Use APA 7th edition referencing on all quoted or paraphrased material. DNCT603 Assessment 1 v1.1 2
6. To pass this assessment, you must attempt all tasks and achieve a minimum mark of 50% for the assessment while also meeting all the requirements for LO1 and LO2.
Learning Outcomes
This assessment relates to the following learning outcomes:
LO 1 Analyse and troubleshoot technical issues relating to networking, operating systems, devices, and security.
LO 2 Evaluate concepts and characteristics of network and services from a business perspective.
Graduate Profile Outcomes
The above stated learning outcome are mapped to the graduate profile outcome (shown below) for this programme:
01 Analyse business opportunities and apply advanced knowledge to build, manage, evaluate, and maintain network and cloud systems whilst applying project management methodologies and practices.
02 Enhance business performance by adapting and apply specialised knowledge informed by applied research to design, build and optimise functional wireless networks and IoT following industry best practice.
Submission Instructions
You are required to ensure you have carried out the following before submitting your assessment:
• signed the assignment cover sheet and student declaration;• naming convention of the submitted file must be adhered to:Course Code_ Assessment Number_ Assessment Name_ StudentNumber_DocumentNumberFor example, DNCT603_A1_TechicalReport_7800XXXX_1• all answers are written in your own words;• proofread and spell check the assessment work carefully; and• check that all evidence required is attached to the link provided on NZSE LMS (Canvas).
Plagiarism
• Please note that at all times, the expectation is that you write your own answers, answer the questions using your own words, and paraphrase and reference relevant sources of information where needed.• Plagiarism is considered misconduct as described in Policy A08: Misconduct in Assessment Policy. It will incur consequences as described in the policy. Turnitin will be used to detect plagiarism in your submitted work. This includes both similarity and AI-generated content. If you are unsure, you can check the content with your lecturer before the assessment due date.
• Please note that using content generated by AI writing services to compose your answers or to rewrite and paraphrase sentences for your assignments is considered plagiarism and is not allowed. This includes but is not limited to ChatGPT or AI enhanced rephrasing tools such as Grammarly. You may only use Grammarly or Word to check your spelling and grammar. If you use Grammarly or similar tools, please ensure the AI rephrasing is turned off.• Note that interviews may be held with students related to the content presented in the assessments. These ensure that students perform the work independently and understand the content.
Extensions
• Learners facing exceptional circumstances can apply for an extension to complete assessments.• Extension requests must be made in writing via email to the tutor at least 3 days before the assessment due date.• Failure to apply for an extension in time or submit the assessment will result in failing the assessment and ineligibility for resubmission.• Learners are encouraged to submit assessments on time to avoid penalties.• Learners who frequently submit late assessments will be offered support to improve their submission habits.• Late submission penalties:
▪ 5% deduction per day for late submissions (if no extension is granted).▪ Submissions more than 5 working days late will receive a maximum of 50% and will not qualify for resubmission.
Scenario
IT Matrix Pvt Ltd has recently started a new BPO company, whose headquarters is based in the IT Centre in Auckland, New Zealand. The IT centre covers two office floors, where Call
Centre Agents, Team Leader and Call Centre Manager (aka. ALM) work on the 1st floor. At the same time, the Resource Planning Analyst, Quality Analyst, Head and Director (aka AHD) are located on the 2nd floor of the office.
However, the newly connected office in Auckland is experiencing some issues connecting each floor of the office. IT Matrix Pvt Ltd hired you as a Network Engineer to troubleshoot the connectivity issues between two floors of the office and get them fixed as soon as possible.
As a Network Engineer, you are required to troubleshoot the connectivity issues on the Router, Switches between PCs and their configurations. After troubleshooting, please ensure that every PC ping to each other.
Refer to the Network Topology Diagram, Addressing Table and available Network Simulator file to troubleshoot the configuration issues.
Figure 1: Network topology diagram for Phase 1.
Addressing Table 1:
Phase 1: (40 Marks)
In this phase, you will troubleshoot the connectivity issue caused by improper configurations related to VLANs and Inter-VLAN routing. Referto Figure 1 for the Network Topology Diagram,
Addressing Table 1 and available Network Simulator file.
Task 1: Investigate and record any identified issues relating to all the PCs.
Examine the network and point out the wrong configuration of all PCs. Tabulate your findings related to IP Address, Subnet Mask and Default Gateway.
PC Number
Issue
Solution
Hint: You can use the provided table above to document the issues.
Task 2: Investigate and record any identified issues relating to Switches.
Examine the network and point out the following problems.
• Ports assigned to the correct VLANs.
• Ports configured for the correct mode.
• Ports connected to the correct PCs.
Switch Number
Issue
Solution
Task 3: Document potential solutions and test the connectivity with all the PCs.
After troubleshooting the improper configurations with PCs and Switches, use a simple PDU or ping command to test connectivity between the end devices.
PC Number
Evidence of Connectivity
Phase 2: (25 marks)
The IT Matrix Pvt Ltd started making profits and opened a new branch in Wellington. The network for Wellington’s branch has been set up and functioning correctly. Also, the company director wants to have connectivity to both Auckland’s and Wellington’s locations. So, the company tried to configure and establish a connection between these locations, but they were unsuccessful. Some of the networks from the Auckland location are not still connected to Wellington’s network, and vice versa. In addition, the director also wants the link to be as secure as possible with IPsec. So, the company hired you again to troubleshoot the connectivity issues between the two locations.
Refer to Figure 2 for the Network Topology Diagram, Addressing Table 2 and the available
Network Simulator file.
Figure 2: Network topology diagram with Wellington branch for Phase 2.
Addressing Table 2:
AHD-VLAN 20
Task 1.1: Investigate and document the connectivity issues between Auckland’s and
Wellington’s Router.
In this task, you will troubleshoot the IPv4 static route configuration between two locations.
Tabulate your findings as below.
Location
Issue
Solution
Task 1.2: Repair the improper configurations.
In this task, you are required to configure the devices so that full connectivity exits between two locations. Provide all the screenshots as evidence.
Task 2: Secure the link connection with IPsec.
In this task, you will apply the crypto map to the outgoing interface of both Auckland’s and
Wellington’s Router with preconfigured IPsec transform-set as ‘nzseset’
Provide screenshots as evidence.
Phase 3: (10 Marks)
Due to the COVID-19 situation, most of IT Matrix Pvt Ltd company employees have requested to work from home. Henceforth, a new network was developed, established VLANs & InterVLANs connections internally, and can connect to the HeadQuarter Auckland’s networks.
Nevertheless, the link connection between Home and HeadQuarter locations is not secured.
The company needs your help to implement IP security (IPsec) to secure communication withthe following needful parameters.
Refer to Figure 3 for Network Diagram Topology to focus on the serial link between Auckland and Home locations.
Figure 3: Network topology diagram with Home and Wellington branch location for Phase 3.
Task 1: Configure ISAKMP policy to establish the IKE tunnel.
• Policy number as 19.• Encryption protocol as Triple DES.• Hash algorithm as MD5• Crypto key as ‘home123’
Task 2: Define the IPsec transform set.
• Set transform-set as ‘homeset’.
Task 3: Create an Access-list.
• Access-list as 101 to permit IPs.
Task 4: Create a crypto map for IPsec.
• Map crypto with transform-set and policy number.• Set a peer.
Task 5: Apply the crypto map to the outgoing interface of the device (router).
• Apply the crypto map with a transform-set to the outgoing interface of the router.
Provide screenshots of the IPsec configuration as evidence. (Run IPsec verifying commands to ensure the proper configuration on each router)
Hint: Repeat the same procure for the other router as well, so that the communication gets secured from both ends.
Phase 4: (25 Marks)
Task 1: Technical report.
Prepare a report based on Phase 1, Phase 2 and Phase 3 that will cover the following points.
• Mention and explain the scenario and type of configuration/troubleshooting you did.• What technical issues you have encountered?• What did you do to resolve the identified issues?• What is the outcome of the resolved issues and explain it?
Hint: You can write the report Phase-wise.
Task 2: Network services.
The IT Matrix Pvt Ltd has scheduled a webinar based on the network services. The company wants you to form a brief report that covers the following points.
• What are the network services, and mention at least 3 of them?• Looking at the Network Simulation Scenario of IT Matrix Pvt Ltd, which network services are incorporated in the company and explain only two.
DNCT603: Network Infrastructure and Administration
Assessment 1 Marking Criteria
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Task |
Assessment Criteria |
Evidence |
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Phase 1 –
Task 1
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Investigate and record any identified issues relating to all the PCs.
(15 marks)
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Student has investigated and recorded findings in all 5 PCs with following points:
* PC Number
* Issue
* Solution
(3 marks for each bullet point)
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Student has investigated and recorded findings in 4 PCs with following points:
* PC Number
* Issue
* Solution
(3 marks for each bullet point)
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Student has investigated and recorded findings in 3 PCs with following points:
* PC Number
* Issue
* Solution
(3 marks for each
bullet point)
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Student has investigated and recorded findings in 2 PCs with following points:
* PC Number
* Issue
* Solution
(3 marks for each bullet point)
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Student has
investigated and recorded findings in 1 PC with following points:
* PC Number
* Issue
* Solution
(3 marks for each bullet point)
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Student has not investigated and recorded findings in any PC with following points:
* PC Number
* Issue
* Solution
(0 marks)
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Phase 1 –
Task 2
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Investigate and record any identified issues relating to Switches.
(15 marks)
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Student has investigated and recorded the 5 wrong configurations in both 2 switches with following points:
* Switch Number
* Issue
* Solution
(3 marks for each bullet point)
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Student has investigated and recorded any 4 wrong configurations in any 2 switches with following points:
* Switch Number
* Issue
* Solution
(3 marks for each
bullet point)
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Student has investigated and recorded any 3 wrong configurations in any 2 switches with following points:
* Switch Number
* Issue
* Solution
(3 marks for each
bullet point)
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Student has investigated and recorded any 2 wrong configurations in any 1 switch with following points:
* Switch Number
* Issue
* Solution
(3 marks for each
bullet point)
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Student has investigated and recorded any 1 wrong configuration in any 1 switch with following points:
* Switch Number
* Issue
* Solution
(3 marks for each bullet point)
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Student has not investigated and recorded any wrong configuration in all switches with following points:
* Switch Number
* Issue
* Solution
(0 marks)
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Phase 1 –
Task 3
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Document potential solutions and test the connectivity with all the PCs.
(10 marks)
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Student has provided the evidence of connectivity of at least 10 end-devices. (10 marks)
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Student has provided the evidence of connectivity of 8-9 end-devices.
(8-9 marks)
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Student has provided the evidence of connectivity of 6-7 end-devices.
(6-7 marks)
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Student has provided the evidence of connectivity of 3-5 end-devices.
(3-5 marks)
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Student has provided the evidence of connectivity of 1-2 end-devices.
(1-2 marks)
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Student has not provided any evidence of connectivity of any of the end-devices.
(0 marks)
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Phase 2 – Task 1.1
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Investigate and document the connectivity issues between Auckland’s and Wellington’s Router. (10 marks)
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Student has investigated and recorded the 5 wrong IPv4 static route configurations from both 2 locations with following points:
* Issue
* Solution
(9-10 marks)
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Student has investigated and recorded any 4 wrong IPv4 static route configurations from any 2 locations with following points:
* Issue
* Solution
(7-8 marks)
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Student has investigated and recorded any 3 wrong IPv4 static route configurations from any 2 locations with following points:
* Issue
* Solution
(5-6 marks)
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Student has investigated and
recorded any 2 wrong IPv4 static route
configurations from any 2 locations with following points:
* Issue
* Solution
(3-4 marks)
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Student has investigated and recorded any 1 wrong IPv4 static route configurations from any 2 locations with following points:
* Issue
* Solution
(1-2 marks)
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Student has not
investigated and
recorded any
wrong IPv4 static
route
configurations
from both 2
locations with
following points:
* Issue
* Solution
(0 marks)
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Phase 2 –
Task 1.2
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Repair the improper configurations. (10 marks)
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Student repaired 5 improper configurations and provided the evidence for the same so that full connectivity exits between two locations.(9-10 marks)
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Student repaired any 4 improper configurations and provided the evidence for the same so that full connectivity exits between two locations.(7-8 marks)
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Student repaired any 3 improper configurations and provided the evidence for the same so that full connectivity exits between two
locations.(5-6 marks)
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Student repaired any 2 improper configurations and provided the evidence for the same so that full connectivity exits between two locations.(3-4 marks)
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Student repaired any 1 improper configuration and provided the evidence for the same so that full connectivity exits between two locations.(1-2 marks)
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Student has not repaired any improper configuration and not provided any evidence for the same.(0 marks)
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Phase 2 –
Task 2
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Secure the link connection with IPsec. (5 marks)
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Student applied the crypto map correctly at both locations and provided the evidence for the same. (5 marks)
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Student applied the crypto map correctly at one location and partially correct at other location, and provided the evidence for the same. (4 marks)
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Student applied the crypto map correctly at only one location and provided the evidence for the same. (3 marks)
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Student applied the crypto map partially correct at both the locations and provided the evidence for the same. (2 marks)
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Student wrongly applied the crypto map at both the locations and provided the evidence for the same. (1 mark)
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Student did not provide any evidence. (0 marks)
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Phase 3 –
Task 1
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Configure ISAKMP policy to establish the IKE tunnel. (4 marks)
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Student has provided the evidence of configured ISAKMP policy with all 4 parameters. (4 marks)
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Student has provided the evidence of configured ISAKMP policy with any 3 parameters. (3 marks)
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Student has provided the evidence of configured ISAKMP policy with any 2 parameters. (2 marks)
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Student has provided the evidence of configured ISAKMP policy with any 1 parameter. (1 mark)
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Student has not provided the evidence of configured ISAKMP policy. (0 marks)
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Phase 3 –
Task 2
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Define the IPsec transform set.
(1 mark)
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Student has provided the evidence of defining the IPsec transform set. (1 mark)
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Student has not provided the evidence of defining the IPsec transform set. (0 marks)
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Phase 3 –
Task 3
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Create an Access-list. (2 marks)
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Student has provided the evidence of creating an access list. (2 marks)
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Student has provided the partially correct evidence of creating an access-list. (1 mark)
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Student has not provided the evidence of creating an access-list. (0 marks)
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Phase 3 –
Task 4
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Create a crypto map for IPsec. (2 marks)
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Student has provided the evidence of creating a crypto map for IPsec with all 2 parameters. (2 marks)
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Student has provided the evidence of creating a crypto map for IPsec with all 1 parameter. (1 mark)
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Student has not provided the evidence of creating a crypto map for IPsec. (0 marks)
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Phase 3 – Task 5
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Apply the crypto map to the outgoing interface of the device (router). (1 mark)
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Student has provided the evidence of apply the crypto map on router’s interface. (1 mark)
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Student has not provided the evidence of apply the crypto map on router’s interface.
(0 marks)
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Phase 4 –
Task 1
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Technical report (15 marks)
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Student has prepared an excellent technical report covering all points for mentioned 3 phases. (14-15 marks)
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Student has prepared a good technical report covering any 2-3 points for mentioned 3 phases. (11-13 marks)
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Student has prepared an excellent technical report covering all points for mentioned 2 phases. (9-10 marks)
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Student has prepared a good technical report covering any 2-3 points for mentioned 2 phases. (6-8 marks)
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Student has prepared an excellent technical report covering all points for mentioned 1 phase. (4-5 marks)
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Student has prepared a good technical report covering any 2-3 points for mentioned 1 phase. (1-3 marks)
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Student did not prepare a technical report or did not attempt. (0 marks)
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Phase 4 –
Task 2
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Network services (10 marks)
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Student has written an excellent report incorporating the network services in the scenario, and explained two of the network services. (9-10 marks)
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Student has written a good report incorporating the network services in the scenario, and explained one of the network services. (6-8 marks)
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Student has written a decent report incorporating the network services in the scenario, and without explanation of any of the network services. (3-5 marks)
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Student has written a
poor report
incorporating the network services in the scenario, and without explanation of any of the network services. (1-2 marks)
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Student did not prepare a technical report or did not attempt. (0 marks)
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Learning Outcome 1
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Analyse and troubleshoot technical issues relating to networking, operating systems, devices, and security.
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The Learner has met all the requirements of Learning Outcome 1.
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The Learner has not met all the requirements of Learning Outcome 1.
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Learning Outcome 2
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Evaluate concepts and characteristics of network and services from a business perspective.
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The Learner has met all the requirements of Learning Outcome 2.
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The Learner has not met all the requirements of Learning Outcome 2.
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All
questions /tasks attempted
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The student must attempt all questions /tasks to pass the assessment.
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The student has attempted all questions/tasks.
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The student has not attempted all questions/tasks. |
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Result |
To achieve a pass in this
assessment, all tasks must be
attempted. A minimum pass
mark of 50% for the assessment
and meeting all the
requirements for LO1 and LO2.
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Achieved - The student has met all the requirements to pass this assessment.
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Not achieved - The student has not met all the requirements to pass this assessment.
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