Networking Technologies

    Unit code: NIT2222 | Study level: Undergraduate
    Credit points
    12
    (Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
    Location
    Footscray Park
    Online Real Time
    VU Brisbane
    VU Sydney
    Prerequisites
    NIT1104 - Computer Networks
    (Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
    Overview
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    Overview

    This unit enhances and deepens the knowledge on internetworking technologies and protocols.

    Content includes: Routing algorithms and protocols including EIGRP and OSPF, Network Address Translation (NAT), IP V6, Wide Area Networks (WANs), Transmission Control Protocol, and network design and implementation with industry standard equipment like Cisco routers and switches.

    Learning Outcomes

    On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

    1. Explain the mechanisms and algorithms of major switching and routing technologies;
    2. Design networks with appropriate network structures, addresses and routing protocols; and
    3. Design and implement networks with industry standard technologies for LANs, WANs and the Internet (e.g. with Cisco Routers and WAN Switches).

    Assessment

    For Melbourne campuses

    Assessment type: Assignment
    |
    Grade: 20%
    Assignment 1
    Assessment type: Assignment
    |
    Grade: 30%
    Assignment 2
    Assessment type: Test
    |
    Grade: 50%
    Test

    Assignments are design tasks based around IP Addressing, Sub-netting and Dynamic Routing.

    Required reading

    Required readings will be made available on VU Collaborate.

    As part of a course

    This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

    Bachelor of Cyber Security
    NBCS | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years

    Refer to the course page for information on how to apply for the course. VU takes care to ensure the accuracy of this unit information, but reserves the right to change or withdraw courses offered at any time. Please check that unit information is current with the Student Contact Centre.

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