Oakwood Adventist Academy
This High School Building opened on August 2020 is the most technologically advanced building on the Oakwood University Campus. This State- of - the - art facility is designed for full automation, distance learning, internodal fiber, and cloud - based access control to name a few. It employs Extreme Network's Virtual Campus for it's corporate network with a dedicated broadband connection for WiFi.
Project Overview
Oakwood Adventist Academy required a robust technological foundation for their new high school building. The goal was to create a facility that supports modern educational needs including full automation, seamless distance learning capabilities, and high-speed internodal fiber connectivity.
Deployment Objectives
Key objectives for this deployment were drawn from the strategic planning documents.
- Full Automation: Integration of building management systems for efficiency and control.
- Distance Learning: Classroom AV and network setups optimized for remote instruction.
- Internodal Fiber: High-bandwidth fiber backbone connecting all campus nodes.
- On Premise VOIP Server using FreePBX
- Cybernet PA/Intercom interoperbility
- ISONAS Pure Access Cloud
- Extreme Technologies Virtual Campus
- Integrate Middle & Elementary School in a single Corporate Active Directory
- Equip each classroom with dedicated, independent Distance Learning connectivity
- Deploy Hanhwa Wavenet Video Surveillance System
- Provide comprehensive backup and disaster recovery systems
- Harden network infrastructure with proven cybersecurity strategies
- Deploy cloud managed Classroom Scheduling on wall-mounted iPad displays
Infrastructure Details
Wiring & Cabling
The wiring scheme was meticulously planned to support current and future needs.
- Detailed annotation schemes were used for all drops.
Video: Wiring Annotation Scheme Overview
Server Rack Configuration
The server room is the heart of the network, designed for optimal cooling, power management, and accessibility.
Outcomes
The completed facility now stands as a model for modern educational infrastructure, empowering students and faculty with the tools they need for success in a digital world.