UO Network Fundamentals
Undergraduate
Course aim
To introduce the fundamental networking concepts and technologies for the design and implementation of small to medium sized networks.
Course content
Introduction to networks, including topologies, devices, and characteristics of a small to medium sized network;
Basics of network protocols and communications;
The OSI and TCP/IP networking models;
Functions and standards of physical layer, and network media;
Data link layer, media access control, and Ethernet;
Network layer protocols and basics of routing;
Roles of transport layer and transport layer protocols;
IP addressing and subnetting IP networks;
Application layer protocols and services;
Considerations in network design, basics of network security and network management;
Basics of network operating systems and configuration of networking devices.
Textbooks
Nil
Prerequisites
Nil
Corequisite(s)
Subject Area & Catalogue Number | Course Name |
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Group 1
Students must have completed or be enrolled in ONE of the following courses. |
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INFT 1024 | UO Information Technology Fundamentals |
INFT 1016 | Information Technology Fundamentals |
Common to all relevant programs | |
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Subject Area & Catalogue Number | Course Name |
INFT 1024 | UO Information Technology Fundamentals |
Teaching Method
Component | Duration | ||
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EXTERNAL, ONLINE ACTIVITY | |||
Online | 10 weeks x N/A |
Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.
Assessment
Examination, Problem solving exercise, Test/Quiz
Fees
EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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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