Computer and Network Security

Module Code
Module Title	Computer and Network Security
Coursework Title	Coursework Continuous assessment including regular practical and critical thinking tasks (70 hours of assessment)
Coursework Number	1
Weighting	100%
Handout Date	14 OCTOBER 2024
Coursework Submission Date	06 JANUARY 2025
Learning Outcomes Assessed by this Coursework.	Knowledge 1. Identify both the tools and techniques used by attackers to compromise computer and network security and the types of attack that can be launched by using these tools or techniques.(IC) (COI) Thinking skills 2. Distinguish between the various types of attack and their consequences.(IC) (COI) 3. Compare and contrast the various tools and techniques that can be used to protect computer systems and networks from attack and to select appropriate tools or techniques for dealing with specific attacks. (DP) (IC) (COI) Subject-based practical skills 4.Set up, configure and assess the effectiveness of a range of network security tools and devices.(DP) (EID) Skills for life and work (general skills) 5.Analyse a problem and devise one or more solutions to it.(PID) (COI)
Turnitin Submission Requirement	YES
Additional Information	Please read the entire coursework brief to ensure you understand all the requirements before you begin. Portfolio submission is a continuous assessment attempted by individual students and independently. ASSESSMENT FEEDBACK - Feedback on your assessment will be available in the following week from the submission date. Please refer to the module pages on Canvas for assessment specific details.

COURSEWORK 100%-INDIVIDUAL PORTFOLIO

Please read the entire coursework brief to ensure you understand all the requirements before you begin.

TASK SCENARIO

You are employed as a network consultant at Computer Systems and Networks Design Consultant.

An innovative architecture firm is undergoing a significant transformation following its recent merger with a prominent interior design company. As part of this integration, the firm is moving into a newly acquired three-story building. The ground floor will feature the design studio, which requires connectivity for eight drafting stations and five reception and collaborative spaces. On the first floor, connectivity is needed for ten private offices, thirty open-plan workstations, and a multimedia conference room. The second floor will be dedicated to specialized design rooms, each with six drafting stations and two private offices. Effective network integration across these diverse workspaces is essential for fostering seamless collaboration and efficient project management in this dynamic creative environment.

TASK 1 REPORT WRITING WITH DESIGN &PLANNING COMPUTER & NETWORK SECURITY

A. Draw the current LAN network for the above case description.

B. Create a LAN topology diagram for this organization undergoing relocation to a new facility. Illustrate the LAN plan, design, and implementation sketch necessary for seamless transition and efficient network performance in the new environment.

C. Write a report on a network plan and configurations having following sections:

i. Analyse the need for the network for above case study. Investigate and propose a suitable complete network design for the case study.

ii. Create an appropriate framework and standards for the planned network. Write a detailed setup of network devices only for a LAN.

• For example, if each sales office has less than 25 nodes but may grow toover 35, what switch would you recommend meeting the current requirements?
• If the headquarters segments have 35 users each and will not grow toover 52 nodes. Draw out the topology for a possible solution. Update the topology with Cisco products for this building WAN/LAN that uses switched ports and Fast Ethernet media.

D.Draft a comprehensive implementation plan detailing the configurations of each networking device involved in the entire network setup. Detail the respective networking devices for executing each configuration task within the network setup.

i.Which category of network topology would you propose? Explain with reasons.

ii. Which network criteria you will consider as important for the network and why?

iii. Describe in which OSI Reference model the network device hub function and list functions of that OSI layer.

iv. What type of network cable is proposed to be used to connect between Desktop and network device?

v.Identify and list the number of networking devices available in the topology diagram.

vi. Have you proposed to use a Router device in your topology diagram, give the reason why you have or have not used a router.

vii. Which class of IP address would you propose for the network? Propose an IP address plan for the network.

viii. Identify & list of types of physical of topology that are used in the proposed network.

E. Demonstrate and compare at least 2 configuration results which may include at least two switches/routers and two PCs on physical networking devices.

TASK 2.PRE-RECORDED VIDEO PRESENTATION

Each student must work independently and provide a 10(TEN) Minute pre-recorded video- Presentation or perform a live presentation during last lesson.

• Your presentation is your proposed solution must be completed with learning refection to be presented to the lecturer.
• There is no restriction as to the number of slides or word count of your presentation. Presentation Video must be uploaded by 5"January 2025.
• A 5-minutes Q&A will be conducted on last lesson.

TASK 3.DELIVERABLES

i.A report with at least 2500 words and not exceeding 3000 words(excluding cover page, Table of Content, references, Annex/Appendix) and clear diagrams using Cisco Packet Tracer, draw.io or MS Visio or any tool.

ii.A pre-recorded video presentation (not more than 10 minutes) of the new system by 5th January 2025 by 12noon.Q&A during the last lesson.

ANNEX A-ASSESSMENT MARKING SCHEME

This coursework is marked for100 marks and contributes 100% to the overall assessment component.

No:	Task	Max Marks	Marks Awarded
1	Draw the current LAN network for the case description.	15
2	Illustrate a new LAN/ WAN topology diagram.	15
3	Write a report on a network plan and configurations: Analyse the need for the network for above case study.	10
	Investigate and propose a suitable complete network design for the case study.	15
4	Write a report on a network plan and configurations: Create an appropriate framework and standards for the planned network. Write a detailed setup of network devices only for a LAN.	10
5	Write a detailed implementation which includes configurations of each networking device which are included in the whole network.	15
6	References (Harvard Guideline)	8
8	Video Presentation file	12
	Total	100
	Marker's feedback:

ANNEX B ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Each of contents in the coursework report will be marked using the following scale:

Report contents -Assessment Criteria	Grade Band
Excellent coverage of issues with good exemplification and a complete list of references along with Turnitin report. Clear signs of excellent understanding of the theme, requirements. Excellent articulation of points/views/comments and rigorously evaluated, - Suggests research methods for optimal incorporation. Independent analysis, observations, and comments, final report clearly represent a development of the lab tasks.	70-100% Excellent
Very good coverage of issues with some relevant exemplification with adequate references. Very good in terms of comprehensiveness and darity, builds working model capable of essential functions. Very good use of external sources to support points brought up. Very good signs of independent analysis, shows how each lab task fits together.	60-69% Good to Very Good
Adequate coverage of issues with little exemplification. Good effort. builds reasonable scale presentation. Clear and covers the obvious points coherently. Some effort at use of independent judgement and external sources of information.	50-59% Satisfactory to Good
Unclear coverage of issues but little exemplification, provides brief outline of approach to problem. Effort in covering important points mostly gathered from textbook and lecture notes. Scattered efforts at using information gathered from extemal sources. mostly with a purpose and sometimes with no clear purpose. Simplistic or slightly unstructured /confused presentation.	40-49% Pass standard
No relevant material or very little relevant material. Fails to present relevant points satisfactorily to answer the specific questions. Confused presentation and unclear language. Produces chunks of information from the sources with no signs of having assimilated the information.	0-39 Unsuccessful

 

10 Minute Video Presentation Rubric
Criteria Description	0 mark	1 mark	2 marks	3 marks
Intro,& organization of presentation - Does your video begin and end with information to help focus the viewer's attention.	The video either has an intro and is of low quality. The video does not use credits/citations at all. Difficult to follow.Poor quality shows poor effort.	The video has an intro, and it is of moderate quality. Credits/citations may or may not be present. Portions may be poorly documented and/or organized.Hard to follow the progressions of the video.Explanation shows some effort.	The video has an intro and is consistent with the rest of the video. Credit/citations is given to appropriate sources. Fairly well documented and organized.Format is easy to follow.Good explanation shows good effort.	Intro add to the high level attained by this video. Credits/citations are given to appropriate sources. Program shows a continuous progression of ideas and tells a complete, easily followed story. Well organized.
Information -Does your video stay focused on the assignment questions?Does your video provide easy to understand information? Does your video Demonstrate the depth of knowledge of the presenter?	Project's usefulness is in question.Does not inform; does not stay focused on the topic.	Project has problems staying focused on topic. Information is incoherent at times.The video shows a shallow depth of knowledge on the topic.	Video is focused on an informative topic.Video makes understanding the topic accessible and easy. Video demonstrates a depth of knowledge on the topic.	Video is laser focused on the topic. The topic is very easy to understand.The video demonstrates an obvious depth of knowledge on the topic.Student went beyond the scope of the assignment and the hard work shows.
CONTENT-Is your video interesting	Too many or too gaudy graphics;transitions, too many clips, backgrounds and/or sounds detract from content of the actual assignment question.	Minimal use of tools for LAN illustration.	Good use of tools.	Excellent sense of design and correct use of tools. Smooth transitions are appropriate and aid in delivery of the presentation.
Voice- Does the audio flow well?Is it of high quality?	The audio or video is garbled and hard to decipher.Too much background interference and/or the video is of low quality.	The audio and/or video effects are of moderate quality. Some background noises not related to the presentation are heard.	The audio and video effects are of acceptable quality. There are few distracting aspects to the audio/video.	Audio/video effects flow exceedingly well and are of high quality.