NETWORK ENGINEERING FUNDAMENTALS
CSE2NEF
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this unit we introduce the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. We also look at OSI and TCP/IP layer models to examine the nature and roles of protocols and services at the application, network, data link, and physical layers. The fundamentals of IP addressing and basic concepts of Ethernet will also be studied.
School: School Engineering&Mathematical Sciences
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Naveen Chilamkurti
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 2 - UG
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: N/A
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: CSE21NET, CSE22NET, CSE31NET, CSE32NET, CSE41FNT, CSE42FNT, CSE2NET, CSE3NET, CSE4FNT AND students enrolled in any Graduate Diploma or Masters by Coursework course.
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: N/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Describe the overall OSI model and how layers interact with adjacent layers in the model.
- Activities:
- 2 hours of lecture on 7-layer network model and standards of Network communications and will acquire skills and knowledge to complete test 1 (30 mins).
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
02. Identify functions of each OSI layer and apply this knowledge to build a Network.
- Activities:
- Each layer, its function, and design is discussed in lecture each week followed by laboratory work. These concepts will make them prepare for test1 and Lab Practical test.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
03. Describe the evolution of Local Area Network (LAN) technology with focus on Ethernet.
- Activities:
- Two lectures on design and development of networks and devices used in design. This will also followed by practical labs for 2 hours. The students will acquire skills need to complete test 2 and Lab Practical test.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
04. Apply appropriate network physical standards for different network scenarios.
- Activities:
- Two lectures are dedicated to learn about various wiring standards and type of wires used in Networks followed by laboratory practice. These skills will prepare them for Lab Practical test.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
05. Describe TCP/IP based network protocol suite and compare with OSI model.
- Activities:
- Two one hour lectures are dedicated to learn how TCP/IP protocol suite is different from OSI layers and how well they perform and test them using simulators. The students will acquire skills need to complete test 2 and Lab Practical test.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
Melbourne, 2015, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Prakash Veeraraghavan
Class requirements
Laboratory ClassWeek: 11 - 22
One 2.0 hours laboratory class per week on weekdays during the day from week 11 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 1-hour final laboratory examination | Hurdle requirement: In order to pass the unit, students must obtain an overall pass grade, pass the examination and pass the overall non-examination components. | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
| one 2-hour examination | 50 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| two half-hour tests | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
Melbourne, 2015, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Naveen Chilamkurti
Class requirements
Laboratory ClassWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours laboratory class per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 1-hour final laboratory examination | Hurdle requirement: In order to pass the unit, students must obtain an overall pass grade, pass the examination and pass the overall non-examination components. | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
| one 2-hour examination | 50 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| two half-hour tests | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
Melbourne, 2015, Summer, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Naveen Chilamkurti
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 45
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day in week 45 and delivered via face-to-face.
Laboratory ClassWeek: 45
One 2.0 hours laboratory class per week on weekdays during the day in week 45 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 1-hour final laboratory examination | Hurdle requirement: In order to pass the unit, students must obtain an overall pass grade, pass the examination and pass the overall non-examination components. | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
| one 2-hour examination | 50 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| two half-hour tests | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |