Computer Networking

Postgraduate

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Mode
Mode
Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
COMP 6022
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Course ID
201700
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Campus
Mawson Lakes, Adelaide City Campus East
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
School of Comp Sc & IT
Course coordinator
Course coordinator
Chandimal Jayawardena
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Course level
5
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
Yes
Discipline group A
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University-wide elective course
Yes
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
Yes

Course overview

This course aims to develop foundational knowledge of computer networking concepts, protocols, and security. It explores the Internet protocol stack to illustrate key principles across the data link, network, transport, and application layers. Topics include IP addressing, routing, reliable transport, congestion and flow control, and common application-layer protocols. Through hands-on lab activities, students will design, configure, and secure small to medium-sized networks, gaining practical skills in both network implementation and security. 

  • Application Layer
  • Transport Layer
  • Network Layer
  • Data Link Layer and Security

Course learning outcomes

  • Describe core networking technologies and models.
  • Explain the function of protocols and standards in enabling network communication.
  • Configure and secure small to medium-sized networks using appropriate hardware, protocols, and network monitoring tools.
  • Design a small-scale network solution that meets defined business and security requirements.

Prerequisite(s)

  • must have completed COMP5031 Information Technology and Systems Concepts

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

N/A

Assumed knowledge

N/A

Textbook(s)

James Kurose, Keith Ross, 2018-10-23, Computer Networking: A Top-Down Approach, Global Edition, Pearson Higher Ed

Inherent requirements

N/A

Other resources

Access to Cisco Networking Academy

Assessment

  • Short Response Questions – 15%
  • Skills Demonstration – 10%
  • Report – 15%
  • Skills Demonstration – 20%
  • Exam – 40%

Availability

Enrol by date
Enrol by date
Fri 13/08/2027
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Census date
Fri 03/09/2027
Last day to W
Last day to W
Fri 17/09/2027
Last day to WF
Last day to WF
Fri 15/10/2027

Class details

Mawson Lakes

Group 1

Class number
Class number 65026
Section
Section PR08
Size
Size 20
Available
Available 20
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
3 Aug - 21 Sep Tuesday 11:10am - 2pm Mawson Lakes Building F, F2-51
12 Oct - 2 Nov Tuesday 11:10am - 2pm Mawson Lakes Building F, F2-51
Class number
Class number 65027
Section
Section PR07
Size
Size 20
Available
Available 20
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
3 Aug - 21 Sep Tuesday 2:10pm - 5pm Mawson Lakes Building F, F2-51
12 Oct - 2 Nov Tuesday 2:10pm - 5pm Mawson Lakes Building F, F2-51
Class number
Class number 65028
Section
Section PR06
Size
Size 20
Available
Available 20
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
3 Aug - 21 Sep Tuesday 8:10am - 11am Mawson Lakes Building F, F2-51
12 Oct - 2 Nov Tuesday 8:10am - 11am Mawson Lakes Building F, F2-51
Class number
Class number 65029
Section
Section PR05
Size
Size 20
Available
Available 20
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
4 Aug - 22 Sep Wednesday 2:10pm - 5pm Mawson Lakes Building F, F2-51
13 Oct - 3 Nov Wednesday 2:10pm - 5pm Mawson Lakes Building F, F2-51
Class number
Class number 65030
Section
Section PR04
Size
Size 20
Available
Available 20
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
4 Aug - 22 Sep Wednesday 8:10am - 11am Mawson Lakes Building F, F2-51
13 Oct - 3 Nov Wednesday 8:10am - 11am Mawson Lakes Building F, F2-51
Class number
Class number 65031
Section
Section PR03
Size
Size 20
Available
Available 20
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
4 Aug - 22 Sep Wednesday 11:10am - 2pm Mawson Lakes Building F, F2-51
13 Oct - 3 Nov Wednesday 11:10am - 2pm Mawson Lakes Building F, F2-51
Class number
Class number 65032
Section
Section PR02
Size
Size 20
Available
Available 20
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
2 Aug - 20 Sep Monday 2:10pm - 5pm Mawson Lakes Building F, F2-51
11 Oct - 1 Nov Monday 2:10pm - 5pm Mawson Lakes Building F, F2-51
Class number
Class number 65033
Section
Section PR01
Size
Size 20
Available
Available 20
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
2 Aug - 20 Sep Monday 11:10am - 2pm Mawson Lakes Building F, F2-51
11 Oct - 1 Nov Monday 11:10am - 2pm Mawson Lakes Building F, F2-51
Class number
Class number 65854
Section
Section PR09
Size
Size 20
Available
Available 20
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
11 Oct - 1 Nov Monday 2:10pm - 5pm Mawson Lakes Building F, F2-55
2 Aug - 20 Sep Monday 2:10pm - 5pm Mawson Lakes Building F, F2-55
Class number
Class number 65025
Section
Section FR01
Size
Size 180
Available
Available 180
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
2 Aug - 20 Sep Monday 9:10am - 11am Mawson Lakes Building GP, GP1-09
11 Oct - 1 Nov Monday 9:10am - 11am Mawson Lakes Building GP, GP1-09

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Degree list
The following degrees include this course
Master of Information Technology (Computing and Innovation)
Master of Information Technology (Cyber Security)