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Overview

The final project for this course is the creation of a research paper. Based on the knowledge obtained in this course and previous coursework, you will examine a topic relevant to computer networking based on theory and practice. You are expected to identify a particular topic relevant to computer networks, investigate the topic through extensive literature search and deep synthesis, and produce a scholarly paper. You should discuss specific research interests with the instructor so there is agreement on the suitability of the project. Make sure to include topics discussed throughout this course. One of the following project types is acceptable for this course:

  1. Exploratory investigation of a topic: The student will carry out an extensive examination of a network problem through literature review, analysis, and concept synthesis. Topics to consider are network monitoring, mapping, security, or configuration.
  2. Evaluation of a network: The student will conduct an evaluation of a network he or she has regular access to. The student will evaluate the network’s infrastructure, performance, availability, management, and security.

 

 

Final Project Rubric

Requirements of submission:  Written components of projects must follow these formatting guidelines when applicable: double spacing, 12-point Times New Roman font, one-inch margins, and discipline-appropriate citations. Your paper should be 10 pages in length.

Instructor Feedback: Students can find their feedback in the grade book as an attachment.

 

Critical Elements

Exemplary

Proficient

Needs Improvement

Not Evident

Value

Milestone submission and incorporation of feedback

 

Meets Needs Improvement requirements and addresses all instructor feedback through incorporation or clarifying questions/ dialogue with instructor

(9-10)

Meets Needs Improvement requirements and incorporates some of the instructor’s feedback throughout the progression of the project

 

(8)

Student completes and submits all milestones by the due date

 

 

 

(7)

Student submits incomplete milestones or does not submit by the due date

 

 

(0-6)

10

Comprehensive final product

 

Addresses all of the main elements of the final product directly and includes additional elements that logically enrich and extend the product.

(14-15)

Addresses all of the main elements of the final product listed above directly.

 

 

(12-13)

Addresses all of the main elements of the final product listed above either directly or indirectly.

 

(11)

Does not address all of the main elements of the project listed above.

 

 

(0-10)

15

Context

 

Establishes a context that speaks to all relevant course objectives.

 

(14-15)

Establishes a context that speaks to several specific course objectives.

(12-13)

Establishes a context that speaks to at least one specific course objective.

(11)

Establishes a context that does not address at least one course objective.

(0-10)

15

Incorporation of scholarly resources

 

Incorporates at least six properly cited scholarly resources that reflect depth and breadth of research. Correctly follows APA guidelines.

(14-15)

Incorporates at least four properly cited scholarly resources that reflect depth of research. Correctly follows APA guidelines.

(12-13)

Incorporates at least two properly cited scholarly resources, following proper APA guidelines.

 

(11)

Does not incorporate at least two properly cited scholarly resources or sources are not cited following APA guidelines.

(0-10)

15

Application of course concepts

 

Applies at least four course concepts in authentic ways.

 

(14-15)

Illustrates at least four course concepts with specific examples.

 

(12-13)

Describes at least three course concepts with accurate details.

 

(11)

Does not describe at least two course concepts with accurate details.

(0-10)

15

Evidence of higher order thinking

 

Evaluates or synthesizes multiple course concepts in a way that demonstrates creative thinking.

(18-20)

Logically and accurately analyzes or evaluates multiple course concepts.

 

(16-17)

Logically and accurately analyzes or evaluates at least one course concept.

 

(14-15)

Does not logically and accurately analyze or evaluate at least one course concept.

 

(0-13)

20

Mechanics

 

No errors related to organization, grammar, and style.

 

(9-10)

Errors of grammar, organization, and style are marginal and rarely interrupt the flow.

 

(8)

Errors of grammar, organization, and style are limited enough that the paper is still able to be understood.

(7)

Errors of grammar, organization, and style makethe paper difficult to understand.

 

(0-6)

10

Comments:

 

Earned Total:

100

 

 No plagiarism

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