| open-networking-lab |
Description |
The Open Networking Lab makes available introductory practical computer networking
skills training, in order to service the needs of vocational learners (Further Education
and Apprenticeship levels), educators, and industry. The project is carried out by
the Open University Faculty of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
and is funded by the Ufi Charitable Trust.
PT Anywhere is the underlying technology the project uses to teach networking concepts.
The platform offers a network simulation environment via a web interface that can
be accessed from any browser or as a widget inside an interactive eBook. PT Anywhere
is based on the Packet Tracer network simulator for Windows and Linux developed by
the Cisco Networking Academy.
The project has produced a free online course, which is available through the Open
University's OpenLearn platform.
The Open Networking Lab Accessibility project allows visually impaired learners to
acquire basic computer networking skills through the use of accessible network simulation
software. |
| open-networking-lab |
Description |
The Open University Faculty of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
is pleased to announce a collaboration with the Ufi Charitable Trust to make available
introductory practical computer networking skills training. The resource will service
the needs of vocational learners (Further Education and Apprenticeship levels), educators,
and industry.
Relevant concepts and skills taught include:
Layer models of networks
IP addresses, subnet masks and routing protocols
Security
Diagnosing and locating network malfunctions
The training also will be accessible to novice learners considering technical qualifications
and employment related to computer networking.
PT Anywhere is the underlying technology the project uses to teach networking concepts.
The platform offers a network simulation environment via a web interface that can
be accessed from any browser or as a widget inside an interactive eBook. PT Anywhere
is based on the Packet Tracer network simulator for Windows and Linux developed by
the Cisco Networking Academy.
On completion of the project, the training will be available through the University’s
OpenLearn and award winning OpenSTEM Laboratory platforms. |
