Data Networks and Security unit (KIT111)

Introduction

This unit introduces students to fundamentals of distributed networked environments, primarily focusing on wired networks but students will examine some of the different approaches in wireless networks. It provides knowledge of internetworking standards and understanding of the networking architecture, technology and operation. This unit will provide students with an understanding of: OSI model framework; TCP/IP, common internet risks and requirements; operation of encryption techniques; digital signatures; public key infrastructure; authentication and non-repudiation. Additionally, students will be required to analyse and assess recent developments in ICT security technologies related to networking. Completing this unit will provide you with the background knowledge and practical experience to go on to obtain micro credentials in the Cisco CCNA 1 “Introduction to Networks” Course, which is the first of three modules in the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) industry certification. 

Summary

Unit name	Data Networks and Security
Unit code	KIT111
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Sciences and Engineering School of Information and Communication Technology
Discipline	Information & Communication Technology
Coordinator	Mr Tony Gray
Available as an elective?	Yes
Delivered By
Level	Introductory

Availability

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Learning Outcomes

• Explain network and security techniques, standards, and practices used to configure network infrastructure
• Apply industry standard techniques and skills to configure network infrastructure and protocols
• Formulate functional addressing schemes for networks subject to operational constraints, and methodically troubleshoot faults and configuration errors
• Analyse strengths and weaknesses of security protocols for contemporary technologies and systems

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Requisites

Mutual Exclusions

You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:

XPD113

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	On-Campus Melbourne and Sydney teaching arrangements may differ and will be advised by your teaching team. On-Line teaching arrangements may differ and will be advised by your teaching team. An online tutorial will be available for online students with special circumstances including students enrolled in an ICT Diploma course (special permission is required to enrol in the online tutorial - it is not available for on-campus students). On-Campus enrolments in Hobart and Launceston: Lectures: 2 hrs/wk - online via Zoom, all students are expected to attend each week, commencing in week 1, or elect to complete the self-study materials on their own each week. Tutorials: 2 hrs/wk - all students are expected to attend an on-campus tutorial each week, commencing in week 2 Self study: 2-5 hrs/wk - students who elect to complete the theoretical material via self study are required to complete a self-study MyLO module each week, prior to the subsequent tutorial.
Assessment	Theory Test 1 (20%)|Practical Demonstrations (25%)|Practical Test (25%)|Theory Test 2 (30%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Required and recommended readings will be provided on the unit's MyLO site, in line with weekly module content.

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