Network Infrastructure

Course aim

To develop the cognitive, technical and communication skills to apply networking concepts to critically evaluate network infrastructure alternatives.

Course content

In this course, students will gain advanced skills and knowledge in the following:

OSI & TCP/IP networking models and network technologies including:

• Physical layer standards, network media and network devices
• Data link layer, media access control, and Ethernet
• Virtual LANs (VLANs)
• Network layer protocols and basic concepts of routing
• IP addressing and subnetting IP networks
• IPv6
• Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) routing protocol
• Transport layer protocols
• Application layer protocols and services
• Wireless technologies

An overview of network operating systems, and network management.

Configuration of network devices (routers and switches).

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES
Lecture	2 hours x 13 weeks
Computer Practical	2 hours x 12 weeks
EXTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES, ONLINE
External	N/A x 13 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Assignment, Continuous assessment, Examination

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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Fee-paying program for domestic and international students
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.