Networked Systems, Major (0065)
- Western Sydney University Major Code: 0065
Previous Code: M3115.1
Available to students in other Western Sydney University programs? No
This major is only available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Computer Science and Bachelor of Computer Science Advanced. This major aims to develop graduates with sound skills in the discipline of networked computer systems. Recent advances in computer and telecommunications networked systems, particularly those based on TCP/IP, have increased the importance of network technologies in the discipline of computer science. This major covers a wide range of topics including computer communication network concepts and protocols, multimedia systems, Internet standards and technologies, network security, wireless and mobile computing, and distributed systems. The candidates are also introduced to some of the relevant current key research issues of the field.
Location
| Campus | Mode | Advice |
|---|---|---|
| Parramatta Campus - Victoria Road | Internal | A/Prof Yun Bai |
| Penrith Campus | Internal | A/Prof Yun Bai |
Major Structure Current
This major structure applies to students who commenced in 2024 or later. If you commenced prior to 2024 please refer to the Structure 2022-23 tab for details.
This major is only available to students in Bachelor of Computer Science or Bachelor of Computer Science (Advanced).
Students must complete 80 credit points as follows.
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| COMP 3007 | Computer Networks and Internets | 10 |
| COMP 3014 | Networked Systems Design | 10 |
| INFO 3007 | Network Security | 10 |
| INFO 3015 | Internet of Things and Smart Environments | 10 |
| Select three of the following: | 30 | |
| Ethical Hacking Principles and Practice | ||
| Wireless and Mobile Networks | ||
| Operating Systems Programming | ||
| Social Web Analytics | ||
| Quantum Computing and Communication | ||
| Introduction to Cloud Computing | ||
| Select one of the following: | 10 | |
| Information Security | ||
| Information Security (Advanced) | ||
| Total Credit Points | 80 | |
Major Structure 2022 - 2023
If you commenced in 2024 or later please refer to the Structure 2024 tab for details.
This major is only available to students in Bachelor of Computer Science or Bachelor of Computer Science (Advanced).
Students must complete 80 credit points as follows.
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| COMP 2004 | Computer Networking | 10 |
| COMP 3007 | Computer Networks and Internets | 10 |
| INFO 3006 | Information Security | 10 |
| COMP 3014 | Networked Systems Design | 10 |
| INFO 3007 | Network Security | 10 |
| COMP 3025 | Wireless and Mobile Networks | 10 |
| Select two of the following: | 20 | |
| Ethical Hacking Principles and Practice | ||
| Internet of Things and Smart Environments | ||
| Operating Systems Programming | ||
| Social Web Analytics | ||
| Total Credit Points | 80 | |