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The document outlines an activity for students to create a network diagram of a real-life establishment's network. It includes instructions for observing the network, sketching the diagram, defining the network topology, and finalizing the diagram, along with assessment criteria. Deliverables include a network diagram, topology explanation, and component description, with specific points allocated for completeness, accuracy, clarity, explanation, and description.

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Midterm Project Work

The document outlines an activity for students to create a network diagram of a real-life establishment's network. It includes instructions for observing the network, sketching the diagram, defining the network topology, and finalizing the diagram, along with assessment criteria. Deliverables include a network diagram, topology explanation, and component description, with specific points allocated for completeness, accuracy, clarity, explanation, and description.

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ACTIVITY: CREATING A NETWORK DIAGRAM OF AN ESTABLISHMENT'S NETWORK

Objective:
Students will observe and recreate a network topology they have encountered in a real-life establishment (e.g., school, office, café,
library). They will design a network diagram based on their observations, detailing the network’s layout, devices, and connections.

Instructions:

1. Observation of the Network (On-site or Based on Experience):

• Location: Visit an establishment (e.g., school, office, or any building with a network system). If a visit is not possible, use
your memory of the network setup in an establishment you’ve visited before.
• Components: Identify the devices and network components visible or described to you. Take note of:
o End Devices: Computers, printers, servers, smartphones, tablets.
o Network Devices: Routers, switches, access points, modems, firewalls.
o Connections: How the devices are connected (wired or wireless).
• Network Layout: Observe or ask about the network layout (if possible):
o Is there a central device (e.g., switch, router) where all other devices connect?
o Are all devices connected directly to each other or via a central point?
• Additional Information: If possible, gather extra details like:
o Internet Source: How is the internet provided? Is it via an ISP modem connected to a router?
o Wi-Fi or Ethernet: Are most devices connected via Wi-Fi or Ethernet cables?
o Security: Does the network use firewalls or any network security measures?

2. Sketching the Diagram:

• Using pen and paper, draw.io, Lucid chart, or any similar diagramming tool, sketch the network topology based on your
observations.
• Identify and label all key components:
o End Devices: Computers, laptops, printers, etc.
o Network Devices: Routers, switches, access points.
o Connections: Draw lines to represent how each device is connected. Use solid lines for wired connections and dashed
lines for wireless connections.
o Labels: Label each device appropriately (e.g., "Router 1," "Switch," "Workstation 1").
• Use shapes and icons to differentiate device types (computers, routers, switches, etc.). If using a software tool, you can select
specific icons for different network components.

3. Choose and Define the Network Topology:

• Determine which topology the observed network uses. Is it a:


o Star Topology (devices connected to a central hub/switch)?
o Bus Topology (devices connected along a central cable)?
o Ring Topology (devices connected in a circular fashion)?
o Mesh Topology (devices connected to multiple other devices)?
o Hybrid Topology (combination of multiple topologies)?
• Write a short description (1–2 paragraphs) explaining why you think the network follows a certain topology.

4. Finalizing the Diagram:

• Review the diagram to ensure it is clear and accurate.


• Include legends if necessary to clarify icons or lines used in the diagram (e.g., “Dotted lines represent wireless connections”).
• Ensure the following is visible in the diagram:
o Internet connection (e.g., ISP → Modem → Router).
o Network devices (e.g., switches, routers, access points).
o End-user devices (e.g., PCs, printers, servers).

5. Submit Your Work:

• Deliverables: Submit the following items as part of your activity:


1. Network Diagram: A diagram (hand-drawn or digital) showing the network layout of the establishment you observed.
2. Topology Explanation: A brief explanation of the network topology (e.g., Star, Mesh) and why you believe this
topology was used.
3. Component Description: A short paragraph detailing the main devices and connections you identified in the network.
Assessment Criteria (100 Points Total):

1. Completeness (20 points):


o All required components are present: the network diagram, topology explanation, and component description.
▪ Full marks (20 points): All three deliverables are present and thoroughly completed.
▪ Partial marks (10-15 points): One component is incomplete or missing minor details.
▪ Minimal marks (0-9 points): One or more components are missing or significantly incomplete.
2. Diagram Accuracy (30 points):
o The diagram accurately reflects a real-world network based on observations.
o Devices, connections, and network layout match what is likely in the chosen establishment.
▪ Full marks (30 points): Diagram accurately represents the network layout with all devices and connections
clearly indicated.
▪ Partial marks (15-25 points): Some inaccuracies in the device connections or missing components.
▪ Minimal marks (0-14 points): Major inaccuracies or several missing key elements in the diagram.
3. Diagram Clarity and Presentation (20 points):
o The diagram is clear, well-organized, and easy to understand. It uses appropriate labels, shapes, and icons to represent
devices and connections.
▪ Full marks (20 points): The diagram is neat, labeled properly, and uses appropriate symbols for network
components and connections.
▪ Partial marks (10-15 points): Diagram is somewhat unclear or disorganized; some labels or symbols may be
missing or inconsistent.
▪ Minimal marks (0-9 points): Diagram is difficult to interpret or lacks clear organization, labeling, or proper
symbols.
4. Topology Explanation (15 points):
o The explanation of the network topology is accurate and demonstrates understanding. The student correctly identifies
the topology (e.g., Star, Bus, Ring) and justifies why this topology is used in the chosen establishment.
▪ Full marks (15 points): The explanation is accurate, clearly identifies the topology, and provides a logical
reasoning for its use.
▪ Partial marks (7-10 points): Explanation identifies the topology but lacks full justification or clarity.
▪ Minimal marks (0-6 points): Incorrect identification of topology or minimal explanation provided.
5. Component Description (15 points):
o The student provides a brief but detailed description of the main devices and connections in the network. This should
include routers, switches, end-user devices, etc.
▪ Full marks (15 points): A detailed description of the key network devices and how they are connected, with
correct terminology used.
▪ Partial marks (7-10 points): The description is missing minor details or uses terminology inconsistently.
▪ Minimal marks (0-6 points): The description is vague, incomplete, or lacks correct terminology.

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