qos content and experiences for it, networking and security programs
Quality of Service (QoS) techniques and protocols can be a critical part of network operations. Whether attempting to define traffic patterns, improve the performance of real time applications such as VoIP or even as part of a security strategy, QoS can be central to a network implementation. QoS topics include but are not limited to MPLS, DiffServ, IntServ, policies, aggregation, traffic shaping, queuing and good network design. Due to the wide range of concepts and their impact, educational programs focusing on communication should include quality of service mechanisms as topic for all students before they graduate. Courses need not include all of the advanced QoS ideas, but should provide the student with the knowledge and skills necessary to make good decisions when deploying topologies that must serve the needs of contemporary users. In addition to getting the lab experiences in their program, students should also have an opportunity to apply their skills in a practical and where possible, an interesting, and maybe even entertaining, environment. This paper will outline a potential educational track for students, list the base topics required to understand general QoS, a series of lab experiences and an activity that will allow the students to apply their abilities in a meaningful and engaging practical situation.
qos teaching competition