cse5nef network engineering fundamentals

NETWORK ENGINEERING FUNDAMENTALS

CSE5NEF

2016

Credit points: 15

Subject outline

In this subject 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.

SchoolSchool Engineering&Mathematical Sciences

Credit points15

Subject Co-ordinatorNaveen Chilamkurti

Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes

Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters

Exchange StudentsYes

Subject particulars

Subject rules

Prerequisites Enrolment in one of the following courses: SMIT, SMITCN, SMICT, SMCSC, SMBBS, SGBBS, SGIT, SGCS, SMELE or SMTNE .

Co-requisitesN/A

Incompatible subjects CSE21NET, ELE4NET, CSE2NEF AND Students in the following courses are not permitted to enrol: SBCS, SBIT, SBCSGT, SVCSE, SZCSC, SBITP and SBBIY.

Equivalent subjectsN/A

Special conditionsN/A

Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes

01. Describe the overall OSI model and how the 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:
Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)

02. Identify functions of each 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)
Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)

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:
Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)

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:
Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
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:
Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)

06. Design an advanced computer network

Activities:
The design concepts will be covered as part of practical labs starting from week 2 until week 11.
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)

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Start date between: and    Key dates

Melbourne, 2016, Semester 1, Day

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorNaveen Chilamkurti

Class requirements

Laboratory Class
One 2.0 hours laboratory class per week and delivered via face-to-face.

Lecture
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
2-hour Laboratory practical examination and Advanced Network Design Report (2,000 words equivalent)Hurdle requirement: In order to pass the subject, students must obtain an overall pass grade, pass the examination, and pass the internal assessments.2001, 02, 03, 04, 05
2-hour examination5001, 02, 03, 04, 05
2 x 30-minute tests3003, 04, 05

Melbourne, 2016, Semester 2, Day

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorNaveen Chilamkurti

Class requirements

Laboratory ClassWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours laboratory class per week from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.

LectureWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
2-hour Laboratory practical examination and Advanced Network Design Report (2,000 words equivalent)Hurdle requirement: In order to pass the subject, students must obtain an overall pass grade, pass the examination, and pass the internal assessments.2001, 02, 03, 04, 05
2-hour examination5001, 02, 03, 04, 05
2 x 30-minute tests3003, 04, 05

Melbourne, 2016, Summer, Day

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorNaveen Chilamkurti

Class requirements

Laboratory ClassWeek: 45 - 07
One 2.0 hours laboratory class per week on weekdays during the day from week 45 to week 07 and delivered via face-to-face.

LectureWeek: 45 - 07
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 45 to week 07 and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
2-hour Laboratory practical examination and Advanced Network Design Report (2,000 words equivalent)Hurdle requirement: In order to pass the subject, students must obtain an overall pass grade, pass the examination, and pass the internal assessments.2001, 02, 03, 04, 05
2-hour examination5001, 02, 03, 04, 05
2 x 30-minute tests3003, 04, 05