Overview
This section includes a case study with which students can get a hands-on experience with many of the concepts of network design as well as the basics of structured cabling. The case study is based on a requested build-out of the hypothetical F.A.R.B software development company. The company is planning to occupy four floors of a combined warehouse and office building. The building comes complete with an auditorium, a sundeck, several conference rooms—and more than a few cabling and design challenges.

Students who work through the case study will discover that much of what they have learned so far takes on new meaning as the theoretical concepts are given concrete examples. Students are encouraged to work through the case study in small teams. The give and take of group discussion will help many new ideas take root. A hints section is provided to get students started.

Here are the links to the case study resources: