Intelligent and Secure Web Development unit (KIT214)

Melbourne Study Centre, Ultimo Study Centre, Hobart, Launceston, Online

Introduction

Cloud computing forms the backbone of many internet-based applications nowadays. These platforms use advanced operating systems and web service technologies to create and share information. Data stored and exchanged in this cloud-based application follow specific formats. The data exchange can be improved with respect to consumer demands by implementing intelligent algorithms at the server-side programs. This unit introduces you to principles and practices of developing secure and intelligent cloud-based web applications. It will cover topics and technologies related to Cloud Computing such as virtual machines, Linux, Apache server and web services with scripting languages such as PHP or NodeJS. Students will use a cloud platform to create well-architected deployments of secure and intelligent distributed applications. Completing this unit will provide you with the opportunity to complete the AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials training and prepare for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (Foundational) certification. 

Summary

Unit name	Intelligent and Secure Web Development
Unit code	KIT214
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Sciences and Engineering School of Information and Communication Technology
Discipline	Information & Communication Technology
Coordinator	Doctor Lindsay Wells
Available as an elective?	Yes
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Intermediate

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Melbourne Study Centre	Semester 2
Ultimo Study Centre	Semester 2
Hobart	Semester 2
Launceston	Semester 2
Online	Semester 2

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Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 2	5/7/2026	27/7/2026	30/8/2026	24/10/2026

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Unit census dates currently displaying for 2026 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2026 will be available from the 1st October 2025. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

• Explain security and performance issues in traditional and cloud-based web applications
• Develop a configuration plan for cloud resources to support scalable web services
• Apply appropriate countermeasures and prevention techniques to secure a web application
• Design Intelligent Cloud based Web application to support modern business requirements

Fee Information

Field of Education	Commencing Student Contribution 1,3	Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3	Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3	Domestic Full Fee 4
020103	$1,192.00	$1,192.00	not applicable	$2,919.00

• Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
• HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility³
• FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility⁴

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Requisites

Prerequisites

KIT202 OR admission to P1B OR admission to 70J. P1B and 70J student will need to complete a module.

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	On-Campus Melbourne and Sydney teaching arrangements may differ and will be advised by your teaching team. On-Campus enrolments in Hobart and Launceston: 1 x 2 hours Online Lecture per week 1 x 2 hours Tutorial per week 2-4 hours Self Study per week
Assessment	Lab Tutorials (10%)|Quiz 1 (20%)|Quiz 2 (20%)|Assignment 1 (25%)|Assignment 2 (25%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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