COMP 2024 Computer Networking (UG Cert)

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Credit Points 10

Legacy Code 500049

Coordinator Jack Isherwood Opens in new window

Description This is an introductory unit in computer systems networking. It covers basic networking technologies, Ethernet fundamentals, ISO OSI model, routing, switching and sub-netting, the internet architecture, networking protocols, including TCP/IP, important OSI layer 2 and 3 networking device fundamentals, basic network management and security issues. This unit is also the first of three units which will prepare students for industry-based networking certification (CCNA).

School Computer, Data & Math Sciences

Discipline Networks and Communications

Student Contribution Band HECS Band 2 10cp

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Level Undergraduate Level 2 subject

Equivalent Subjects COMP 2004 Computer Networking COMP 2007 Computer Networking Fundamentals
LGYA 5739 Applied Data Communications and Networking COMP 2006 Computer Networking

Restrictions

Student need to be enrolled in: program 7174 - Undergraduate Certificate in ICT or program 7179 - Undergraduate Certificate in Cybersecurity, Cybercrime and Behaviour

Assumed Knowledge

Fundamentals of computer architecture, binary and hexadecimal numbering systems and programming principles.  Students should also have a working knowledge of the World Wide Web.

Assessment

The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.

Item Length Percent Threshold Individual/Group Task
Presentation 5 minutes 10 N Individual
Case Study 500 words 15 N Group
Case Study 60 min 35 N Individual
Portfolio 1000 words 30 N Individual
Portfolio 20 min 10 N Individual

Teaching Periods