This unit has been updated as part of a 2009 review and comparison of data with current Handbook, Syllabus + and Callista data.

This is a core unit for the Applications Development and Networks major for Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems (BITS), and an elective for students in other majors. This unit is a continuation of FIT1005 (or equivalent). It is advance level unit for data communication and networks.

At the completion of this unit students will be able to:

• describe the ISO OSI reference model;
• describe Internet protocol architecture;
• analyse the main functions and design issues of the network layer;
• describe the operation of IPv6;
• analyse the operation of TCP;
• understand network security risks, requirements, and common security measures;
• understand network management architecture;
• understand common Internet applications including email, ftp, telnet and the WWW;
• understand the basic concepts of multimedia communications and QoS.

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This unit will introduce students to advances in the distributed networked environment. The unit provides knowledge of internetworking protocols, QoS for critical applications, network management and TCP/IP operation. Access to the university's computer systems through an internet service provider is compulsory for distance education students.

On-campus and Off-Campus Learning(OCL)

Examination (3 hours): 60%; In-semester assessment: 40%

FIT1005 or GCO3812

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