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Module 13: Computer Studies

Networks and internet services.

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SECTION: COMPUTER STUDIES

MODULE: 13

Part A: Units

1. Computer networks (2)

a. Types of networks

b. Network topologies

c. Transmission media

d. Network services

2. Internet and communication

a. Internet services

b. Electronic mail

c. World Wide Web

d. Uses of internet

Part B: Project

Map a network and describe internet services.

Project Title: Network and Internet Services Map

Objective: Identify network types, topologies, and internet services.

Project Instructions:

  1. 1. Draw a simple network topology and label devices.
  2. 2. List two transmission media and their uses.
  3. 3. Describe two network services.
  4. 4. Explain email and web use with examples.
  5. 5. Consult your coach where necessary.

Evidence to Submit:

  • • Network diagram.
  • • Transmission media notes.
  • • Internet services examples.

Submission

Accepted: PDF, JPG, PNG, DOC, DOCX (max 8MB).

Part C: Training Others

Guide a peer on networks and internet services.

Guidance:

  • • Explain two network types and one topology.
  • • Discuss transmission media options.
  • • Demonstrate an email or web use case.

Reflection:

  • • What did the learner understand well?
  • • What needed more explanation?
  • • What support do you need from your coach?

Submission

Accepted: PDF, JPG, PNG, DOC, DOCX (max 8MB).

Part D: Assessment

Competency Levels:

1 = Expectations not met

2 = Partially met

3 = Satisfactorily met

4 = Excellently met

Coach assessment: Learner completes the self-assessment using the 1-4 scale. The coach prepares a short quiz or conversation (outside the system if needed) and assigns the coach score.

Self-assessment:

  • • Network types and topologies:
  • • Transmission media and services:
  • • Internet and communication:

Coach assessment:

  • • Network types and topologies:
  • • Transmission media and services:
  • • Internet and communication:

Submission

Accepted: PDF, JPG, PNG, DOC, DOCX (max 8MB).

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