- Description
- Students extend their knowledge of wide area networks (WANs) by examining the process used to route information through an internetwork. They examine the major functions and components of a router, develop knowledge of common routing protocols and gain practical experience in basic router configuration.
- Prerequisite
- NET2030: Network Structures NET2040: Network Media & Devices NET2050: Open System Interconnection NET2060: Network Protocols NET2070: Local Area Networks
- Parameters
- Designed to be delivered in conjunction with other advanced level courses in computer networking systems. Schools have the option of delivering courses in conjunction with one or more project courses if they wish to extend learning and/or address other specific technologies. Access to an appropriate computer work station, the Internet, networking hardware, software and tools, and consumable supplies. Access to instruction from an individual with specialized knowledge and skills in computer networking. Particular emphasis is placed on introductory level knowledge of the processes used to route information through larger networks and on the Internet Protocol (IP) addressing scheme. Students model and assume personal responsibility for ethical behaviour in their use of networking technologies and in their access to electronic sources of information. They also demonstrate an understanding of industry-based policies regarding network use and security.
Outcomes The student will:
1 describe the process of routing data through an internetwork, and describe the major functions of a router
1.1 describe the characteristics of internetworks and the path determination function of a router
1.2 compare and contrast the functions of bridges, switches, routers and gateways
1.3 describe and illustrate basic router operations including:
1.3.1 the routing of data packets from source to destination
1.3.2 the sequence of encapsulation during routing
1.3.3 functions of a routing information table
1.3.4 the nature of commonly used routing metrics
1.4 explain and give examples of:
1.4.1 static and dynamic routing
1.4.2 routable and nonroutable protocols
1.5 construct a model of a router topology
2 explain and analyze the addressing and routing function of protocols operating at the network layer of the open system interconnection (OSI) reference model
2.1 describe and illustrate the function of IP addresses in a routed network including:
2.1.1 host addresses and broadcast addresses
2.1.2 subnetting and default gateways
2.2 explain and interpret standard conventions for IP addressing:
2.2.1 IP version 4 (Class A, B and C) addresses and their default subnet masks
2.2.2 classless inter-domain routing (CIDR) and the format for IP versions and addressing
2.3 identify and describe ways in which new IP versions may affect routing
2.4 explain and interpret the process of address resolution including:
2.4.1 analyze the function of the address resolution protocol (ARP) and interpret an ARP cache
2.4.2 describe the function and purpose of the reverse address resolution protocol (RARP)
2.5 compare major features of local area network (LAN)-to-LAN routing and LAN-to-WAN routing
2.6 describe and give examples of:
2.6.1 distance-vector and link-state routing protocols
2.6.2 interior and exterior routing protocols
2.7 explain the basic architecture and operation of the following common routing protocols:
2.7.1 Routing Information Protocol (RIP)
2.7.2 Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)
2.7.3 Border Gateway Protocol (BGP)
2.8 explain and give examples of inter-autonomous, intra-autonomous and pass-through routing
3 demonstrate knowledge of router components, commands and configuration processes
3.1 identify and describe external configuration sources and internal configuration components
3.2 describe the uses of random-access memory (RAM) for working storage in a router
3.3 identify and describe router modes
3.4 identify and describe router help functions
3.5 interpret and use:
3.5.1 basic show and test commands
3.5.2 startup sequence and setup commands
3.5.3 configuration files and modes
3.6 identify and describe the following routing protocols
3.6.1 RIP
3.6.2 OSPF
3.6.3 Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (IGRP)/Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP)
3.6.4 BGP
3.6.5 Cisco Discovery Protocol (CDP)
3.6.6 other protocols
3.7 describe and configure access control lists (ACLs) including:
3.7.1 standard and extended ACLs
3.8 perform basic router configuration routines by:
3.8.1 demonstrating router startup and login procedures
3.8.2 using command history and editing features
3.8.3 configuring and verifying IP addresses
3.8.4 configuring RIPs
3.8.5 configuring and modifying standard and extended ACLs
3.9 demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot a routing loop
3.10 prepare a flowchart illustrating the router configuration process
3.11 configure a router for a standard five-router topology
4 describe and explain methods used to manage and monitor network routing
4.1 describe Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) and its purpose in routing
4.2 identify SNMP architecture and message formats
4.3 describe management information base structure and name representation
4.4 identify basic SNMP commands and security levels
5 demonstrate established laboratory procedures and safe work practices
6 demonstrate basic competencies
6.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
6.1.1 communicate
6.1.2 manage information
6.1.3 use numbers
6.1.4 think and solve problems
6.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
6.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
6.2.2 be responsible
6.2.3 be adaptable
6.2.4 learn continuously
6.2.5 work safely
6.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
6.3.1 work with others
6.3.2 participate in projects and tasks
7 create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
7.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
7.2 identify steps to achieve goals
Program of Studies 2009. Source document, © Alberta Education.