Overview
This course is an introductory course on computer networks aimed at students with a computer science / electrical engineering background. We will focus on common paradigms and protocols used in present data communication. Through lectures, in-class activities, labs and assignments, you will learn the theory and application of:
(1) Medium … For more content click the Read More button below.
(2) Addressing and naming,
(3) Routing and switching,
(4) Widely used protocols such as Ethernet, IP, TCP, UDP, HTTP, etc.
(5) Special-purpose networks including content delivery, peer-to-peer, and wireless networks, and
(6) Security threats and standard defensive techniques (if time permits)
This is a combined undergraduate and postgraduate course.
Conditions for Enrolment
Prerequisite: COMP1927 or COMP2521 or MTRN3500
Equivalent Courses
Delivery
Multimodal - Standard (usually weekly or fortnightly)
In-person - Standard (usually weekly or fortnightly)
Course Outline
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Fees
Type | Amount |
---|---|
Commonwealth Supported Students (if applicable) | $1038 |
Domestic Students | $6330 |
International Students | $6330 |
Pre-2019 Handbook Editions
Access past handbook editions (2018 and prior)