IFN507 Network Systems
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| Unit code: | IFN507 |
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| Prerequisite(s): | (IFN551 and IFN553) or (IFQ551 and IFQ553) or IFN503 or Admission to IN15, or IN16 |
| Antirequisite(s): | INN350, INN251, INN351 |
| Equivalent(s): | IFQ507 |
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Timetable | Details in HiQ, if available |
| Availabilities |
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| CSP student contribution | $1,118 |
| Domestic tuition unit fee | $3,528 |
| International unit fee | $4,824 |
Unit Outline: Semester 1 2024, Gardens Point, Internal
| Unit code: | IFN507 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Pre-requisite: | (IFN551 and IFN553); or (IFQ551 and IFQ553); or IFN503; or IN15 or IQ15; or IN16 or IQ16; or IT Cognant |
| Equivalent: | IFQ507 |
| Anti-requisite: | INN350, INN251, INN351 |
| Coordinator: | Glen Tian | y.tian@qut.edu.au |
Overview
This unit introduces the core concepts of computer networks and the Internet, in particular layered network architecture and models, hardware and software, TCP/IP protocol stack, addressing and routing, wireless networks, network security, and network services and applications. It teaches you how modern computer networks and the Internet work, how they are structured, and how they operate. The ability to understand, analyse, design, configure and manage computer networks and network services is a requirement for a range of graduate entry information technology positions. The unit provides the necessary knowledge and skills for further study in networks, cyber security, computer science and other relevant areas. Other advanced-level networks and cyber security units build on this unit by extending your fundamental understanding of computer networks for more complex needs and various network application requirements.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Explain the fundamental concepts of layered network architecture, protocols, and services through learning the building blocks of computer networks (CLO1)
- Design and configure computer networks to meet specific requirements (CLO3, CLO7)
- Diagnose and resolve network problems and service interruptions (CLO2, CLO5, CLO6)
- Identify common network security incidents, determine the types of attacks, and recommend mitigation strategies (CLO1, COL5, COL6).
Content
The unit covers topics related to
- The 7-layer Open System Interconnection (OSI) reference model
- Network architecture and devices (switches, routers, and servers)
- Network addressing, routing, and naming
- TCP/IP Protocol suite
- Network services and applications
- Designing and configuring networks
- Network analysis tools and techniques
- Network security
- Wireless networks
- Internet of Things, and cloud computing
- Linux for network configuration and operation
Learning Approaches
This unit engages you in your learning through a theory-to-practice approach. You will develop your critical knowledge of the field and have opportunities to apply your knowledge and skills to problem-based scenarios. A combination of lectures and practical sessions are used to cover theoretical and practical aspects of computer networks. Your primary source of learning materials is the lectures and the relevant chapters and sections of the textbook as well as online practicals materials. The textbook, online practicals materials, and other recommended references guide your learning through exercises involving research and practical problem solving using different computer network technologies.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
You will receive feedback in this unit by participating in weekly lectures and practicals. You will also gain written feedback on your summative assessment work with assessment sheet. You will further receive feedback to the cohort via email and QUT Canvas.
Assessment
Overview
The focus of this unit is on the practical application of networking theory. Assessment is therefore through a combination of small exercises and larger project work. In the laboratory/practical component, you will design, configure, and test a network to fulfil customer requirements. In the project component, you will apply critical network concepts, knowledge and tools to analyse and solve specific network problems in a practical way.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Laboratory/Practical
A project to design, configure and test a network to meet specific customer requirements. The project will also include network configuration and operation with Linux.
Assessment: Project (applied)
A project to assess and fix interrupted network services by using computer networking technologies and tools.
This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.
Assessment: Final Examination
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to engage in learning and assessment at QUT with honesty, transparency and fairness. Maintaining academic integrity means upholding these principles and demonstrating valuable professional capabilities based on ethical foundations.
Failure to maintain academic integrity can take many forms. It includes cheating in examinations, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, and submitting an assessment item completed by another person (e.g. contract cheating). It can also include providing your assessment to another entity, such as to a person or website.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Further details of QUT’s approach to academic integrity are outlined in the Academic integrity policy and the Student Code of Conduct. Breaching QUT’s Academic integrity policy is regarded as student misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
Library and web-based information will be used.
Resource Materials
Prescribed text(s)
Jill West (2021): CompTia Network+ Guide to Networks, 9th Edition, ISBN 9780357508138, Cengage Learning.
Risk Assessment Statement
There are no out of the ordinary risks associated with this unit. You will be made aware of evacuation procedures and assembly areas in the first few lectures. In the event of a fire alarm sounding, or on a lecturer's instruction, you should leave the room and assemble in the designated area which will be indicated to you. You should be conscious of your health and safety at all times whilst on campus or in the field.
Unit Outline: Semester 2 2024, Gardens Point, Internal
| Unit code: | IFN507 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Pre-requisite: | (IFN551 and IFN553); or (IFQ551 and IFQ553); or IFN503; or IN15 or IQ15; or IN16 or IQ16; or IT Cognant |
| Equivalent: | IFQ507 |
| Anti-requisite: | INN350, INN251, INN351 |
| Coordinator: | Glen Tian | y.tian@qut.edu.au |
Overview
This unit introduces the core concepts of computer networks and the Internet, in particular layered network architecture and models, hardware and software, TCP/IP protocol stack, addressing and routing, wireless networks, network security, and network services and applications. It teaches you how modern computer networks and the Internet work, how they are structured, and how they operate. The ability to understand, analyse, design, configure and manage computer networks and network services is a requirement for a range of graduate entry information technology positions. The unit provides the necessary knowledge and skills for further study in networks, cyber security, computer science and other relevant areas. Other advanced-level networks and cyber security units build on this unit by extending your fundamental understanding of computer networks for more complex needs and various network application requirements.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Explain the fundamental concepts of layered network architecture, protocols, and services through learning the building blocks of computer networks (CLO1)
- Design and configure computer networks to meet specific requirements (CLO3, CLO7)
- Diagnose and resolve network problems and service interruptions (CLO2, CLO5, CLO6)
- Identify common network security incidents, determine the types of attacks, and recommend mitigation strategies (CLO1, COL5, COL6).
Content
The unit covers topics related to
- The 7-layer Open System Interconnection (OSI) reference model
- Network architecture and devices (switches, routers, and servers)
- Network addressing, routing, and naming
- TCP/IP Protocol suite
- Network services and applications
- Designing and configuring networks
- Network analysis tools and techniques
- Network security
- Wireless networks
- Internet of Things, and cloud computing
- Linux for network configuration and operation
Learning Approaches
This unit engages you in your learning through a theory-to-practice approach. You will develop your critical knowledge of the field and have opportunities to apply your knowledge and skills to problem-based scenarios. A combination of lectures and practical sessions are used to cover theoretical and practical aspects of computer networks. Your primary source of learning materials is the lectures and the relevant chapters and sections of the textbook as well as online practicals materials. The textbook, online practicals materials, and other recommended references guide your learning through exercises involving research and practical problem solving using different computer network technologies.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
You will receive feedback in this unit by participating in weekly lectures and practicals. You will also gain written feedback on your summative assessment work with assessment sheet. You will further receive feedback to the cohort via email and QUT Canvas.
Assessment
Overview
The focus of this unit is on the practical application of networking theory. Assessment is therefore through a combination of small exercises and larger project work. In the laboratory/practical component, you will design, configure, and test a network to fulfil customer requirements. In the project component, you will apply critical network concepts, knowledge and tools to analyse and solve specific network problems in a practical way.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Laboratory/Practical
A project to design, configure and test a network to meet specific customer requirements. The project will also include network configuration and operation with Linux.
Assessment: Project (applied)
A project to assess and fix interrupted network services by using computer networking technologies and tools.
This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.
Assessment: Final Examination
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to engage in learning and assessment at QUT with honesty, transparency and fairness. Maintaining academic integrity means upholding these principles and demonstrating valuable professional capabilities based on ethical foundations.
Failure to maintain academic integrity can take many forms. It includes cheating in examinations, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, and submitting an assessment item completed by another person (e.g. contract cheating). It can also include providing your assessment to another entity, such as to a person or website.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Further details of QUT’s approach to academic integrity are outlined in the Academic integrity policy and the Student Code of Conduct. Breaching QUT’s Academic integrity policy is regarded as student misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
Library and web-based information will be used.
Resource Materials
Prescribed text(s)
Jill West (2021): CompTia Network+ Guide to Networks, 9th Edition, ISBN 9780357508138, Cengage Learning.
Risk Assessment Statement
There are no out of the ordinary risks associated with this unit. You will be made aware of evacuation procedures and assembly areas in the first few lectures. In the event of a fire alarm sounding, or on a lecturer's instruction, you should leave the room and assemble in the designated area which will be indicated to you. You should be conscious of your health and safety at all times whilst on campus or in the field.