Networking, Testamur Major (T009)
- Western Sydney University Major Code: T009
Previous Code: ST3049.1
Available to students in other Western Sydney University programs? No
The Networking major is aimed at providing students with knowledge in emerging areas of networking. It focuses on essential fundamentals as well as advanced knowledge on the principles, practices, protocols and standards in some key areas of the networking discipline. This major prepares students for careers in network security and management, multimedia and wireless communications, and other contemporary and emerging networking areas. The major is also designed to introduce students to trends and key research areas in some emerging fields in networking so as to provide students with initial skills and knowledge for future research studies or careers.
Location
| Campus | Mode | Advice |
|---|---|---|
| Parramatta Campus - Victoria Road | Internal | postgradit@scem.uws.edu.au |
| Sydney City Campus* | Internal | Mahsa Razavi |
- *
Curriculum delivered through an agreement with another party
Major Structure
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| Select four subjects from the following: | 40 | |
| Advanced Topics in Networking | ||
| Internet of Things | ||
| Systems and Network Security | ||
| Wireless Networking | ||
| Cloud Computing | ||
| Total Credit Points | 40 | |
Students in the Master of Artificial Intelligence
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following four subjects | ||
| COMP 7002 | Advanced Topics in Networking | 10 |
| COMP 7008 | Internet of Things | 10 |
| COMP 7017 | Wireless Networking | 10 |
| COMP 7004 | Cloud Computing | 10 |
| Total Credit Points | 40 | |
Replaced Subjects
The subject listed below counts towards completion of this program for students who passed this subjects in 2024 or earlier.
COMP 7011 Multimedia Communication Systems, replaced by COMP 7004 Cloud Computing in this major from 2025