Year
Year 2
Semester
First Semester
Credit
3
Program Description
Physical installation, cabling, and maintenance of network hardware components.
About this course
NETW 2780 Hardware Installation Practices covers the physical layer of network infrastructure. You will learn how to install, terminate, and maintain the hardware that keeps networks running. The course focuses on hands-on skills, including rack mounting, cable management, and troubleshooting physical connectivity problems.
Who takes this course
Credits: 3 · Hours: 45
Prerequisites
Learning outcomes
- Install rack-mounted servers, switches, and patch panels in compliance with industry standards.
- Terminate and test copper and fibre optic cabling for structured network environments.
- Label and manage cabling infrastructure to ensure clear traceability and airflow.
- Diagnose and resolve physical layer connectivity issues using standard testing tools.
- Perform routine maintenance and firmware updates on network hardware devices.
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Lab practicals (cabling and installation) | 40 |
| Midterm exam | 25 |
| Final project (rack and stack simulation) | 35 |