Objective 5
5. Create networking solutions that incorporate traditional networking, IoT, and mobile devices.
Project 1 - Designing a network - small doctor office
Class - NTW:275 - Network Infrastructure Design
Professor - Sarah Bunce
Assignment - Assignment 2.1: Designing a Physical Network Layout for a Small Office
Summary -
In this project, I designed a comprehensive physical network layout for a small doctor’s office by evaluating the operational needs of each office area, including reception, exam rooms, the nurse’s station, and management. I selected a star topology for its reliability and scalability and mapped out devices such as tablets, desktops, a shared printer, and network infrastructure. Your design included specific enterprise-grade hardware like the Cisco ISR router, Catalyst switch, Fortinet firewall, Ubiquiti Wi-Fi access point, and APC UPS for redundancy. You also explained how each component met security, access, and performance requirements, all tailored to the medical office's needs including HIPAA compliance. ​
Why This Project Meets Objective 5 -
This project effectively combines traditional networking, IoT devices, and mobile technologies into a unified solution. I deployed a wired workstations for reliability and performance, while introducing wireless access for mobile tablets and networked IoT devices like the Wi-Fi-enabled printer. The careful selection of Wi-Fi 6 access points with WPA3 encryption showed an understanding of modern wireless standards needed to support mobile and IoT device connectivity securely. By blending these technologies into a cohesive and secure network that serves the operational needs of a healthcare environment, your design fully meets Objective 5.
Project 2 - Future Proofing - Network Design
Class - NTW:275 - Network Infrastructure Design
Professor - Sarah Bunce
Assignment - Assignment 10.1: Future-Proofing Network Design
Summary -
In this project, I explored how to future-proof network designs by integrating emerging technologies such as Internet of Things (IoT) devices, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence (AI). In my report I discussed real-world use cases like smart city traffic management using IoT sensors, scalable cloud deployments using Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and Virtual Network Functions (VNF), and AI-driven network monitoring to predict and prevent performance bottlenecks. I explained how to build flexible, scalable, and modular networks that adapt to evolving technology demands while balancing performance, cost, and security. Practical strategies for risk management, phased implementation, and employee training were also included to ensure a smooth adoption of these advanced systems.
Why This Project Meets Objective 5 -
This project directly addresses network designs that incorporate IoT and mobile-friendly technologies alongside traditional networking infrastructure. I described the integration of IoT devices for real-time data collection, cloud-based resource expansion for scalable operations, and AI systems for adaptive management. I also tied it all together with modern networking techniques like SDN and edge computing. My overall approach to blending the traditional architecture (routers, switches) with IoT devices, mobile-friendly remote access, and cloud services clearly fulfills the requirement of creating networking solutions that unify traditional, IoT, and mobile elements into a future-ready network.
Project 3 - Build a Mobile Network
Summary -
Class - NTW:103 - Foundation of Network Security
Professor - Jeremy Bunce
Assignment - Build a Mobile Network
In this assignment, I built a mobile network using Cisco Packet Tracer by integrating a traditional LAN with a wireless WAN through a simulated cellular network. I configured a router with both private and public IP addresses, assigned static IPs to devices like the PC and Central-Office-Server, and verified that DHCP services correctly assigned IP addresses to smartphones connected via cell towers. I successfully demonstrated network functionality by pinging the LAN PC from a mobile device across the wireless network, proving end-to-end communication between traditional and mobile infrastructure.
Why This Project Meets Objective 5 -
This project supports Objective 5 by demonstrating the creation of a networking solution that incorporates both traditional wired networking and mobile wireless devices. By setting up a LAN with standard PCs and a router, alongside a mobile network using smartphones and cell towers, I showcased the ability to manage and integrate different types of networking technologies. The project highlights essential skills in configuring IP addressing, DHCP, and routing across mixed network environments, a key requirement for modern network engineering.