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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
MODULE Corporate Communications Systems Management
TITLE
MODULE COxxx3 (L6) CREDIT 20 credits
CODE (NCC690) VALUE
DATE OF New Formatting 03/09/2012 VERSION 1.1
APPROVAL NUMBER
SCHOOL CEPS PARTNER NCC Education Ltd
INSTITUTION
RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHER MODULES
Co-requisites NONE Pre- NONE Excluded NONE
requisites Combinations
MODULE AIMS
This module aims to build upon the student's general understanding of networking, ensuring that the
student develops significant knowledge of the major topics pertinent to the management of
telecommunications and computer networks for corporate systems. This includes network
management, communications media and services, global availability and reliability, eCommerce and
Internet services.
MODULE CONTENT
Network Technologies
- Wireless Networks (Wi-Fi, 802.11b/g, Wi-Max 802.16e)
- Broadband
- SDH
- Cellular Networks (GSM, CDMA)
- 3G
Media
- Reliability and availability
- Cost
- Storage
- Backup systems
Network Management
- TMN
- SNMP
- Microsoft ADS
- Directory services
- Novell NDS
Voice over IP
Multimedia services
Video on demand
LEARNING OUTCOMES
On successful completion of this module a student will be able to:
1. Critically analyse current and future networking services.
2. Discuss and evaluate the way that different communication technologies operate within a
commercial environment.
3. Justify the selection and application of suitable network security measures.
4. Select and justify the use of a variety of systems and tools for network management.
5. Evaluate and analyse alternative technologies in relation to the solution of a practical problem.
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ASSESSMENT METHODS
The method of assessment for this module has been designed to test all the learning outcomes.
Students must demonstrate successful achievement of these learning outcomes to pass the module.
Number of Form of % Size of Category of Learning
Assessments Assessment weighting Assessment/Duration/ assessment Outcomes
Wordcount (indicative (1 of written being
only) exam/practical assessed
assessment/coursework
–see guidance notes)
1 Examination 60% 2 Hours Written Exam 2,3,5
2 Coursework 40% 2000 words (+/- 200 Coursework 1,4,5
Assignment words)
MODULE PASS REQUIREMENTS
To pass the module, the student must achieve an overall weighted average of at least 40 %
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APPENDIX
MODULE CODE: MODULE TITLE: CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS
SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT
LOCATION OF STUDY: NCC EDUCATION
MODULE Chris Howard (Contracted by NCC Education)
TUTOR(S)
MODULE Semester Long Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3
DELIVERY Year long Semester 1 & 2 Semester 2 & 3
Other (please indicate pattern WILL RUN IN MARCH SEMESTER (SEMESTER 1
of delivery) FOR MARCH STARTERS, SEMESTER 2 FOR
SEPTEMBER STARTERS)
MODULE LEARNING PLAN
LEARNING, TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT STRATEGY
The video lectures will be used to introduce general concepts and theory and link theory to practice.
The online tutorials will be used to develop those concepts through the use of case studies and by
analysing existing websites. Discussion forums will be used for students and the lecturer to explore
links between theory and practice. Online chat sessions will be used to discuss issues that arise
No of
DIRECT CONTACT HOURS
hours
Watching Video Lectures (one hour per week over a 12 week teaching semester) 12
Participating in text-based live chat sessions (one hour per week over a 12 week teaching 12
semester)
Participating in discussion forums (one hour per week over a 12 week teaching semester) 12
Email/Skype/Telephone support (one hour per week over a 12 week teaching semester) 12
TOTAL CONTACT HOURS 48
INDEPENDENT LEARNING HOURS
Library work for weekly on-line tutorials 24
Directed reading for weekly on-line tutorials 36
Reflection on discussion forums, chat sessions and other feedback 36
Preparation for assessments 56
152
TOTAL INDEPENDENT LEARNING HOURS
200
TOTAL STUDENT LEARNING HOURS
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BIBLIOGRAPHY AND LEARNING SUPPORT MATERIAL
Forouzan, B.A. (2006), Data Communications and Networking 4th edition, McGraw-Hill Publishing.
ISBN-10: 0071254420, ISBN-13: 978-0071254427
Burke, J. R. (2004), Network Management: Concepts and Practice, a Hands-On Approach, Pearson:
Prentice Hall. ISBN-13: 978-0536942593
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