Network Architecture PG (10099.2)

Please note these are the 2021 details for this unit
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Network Architecture PG
Available teaching periods Delivery mode Location
View teaching periods On-Campus
 Bruce, Canberra
EFTSL Credit points Faculty
0.125 3 Faculty Of Science And Technology
Discipline Study level HECS Bands
Academic Program Area - Technology Post Graduate Level Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021)
Band 3 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021)
This unit aims towards developing a sophisticated understanding of the process of designing computer and communication networks. This will be achieved through bridging the gap between theoretical and practical aspects and learning the step-by-step procedures of network analysis, architecture, and design. Students will learn about the fundamental relationships between major building blocks required in a successfully architected network and be able to make competent evaluations of existing network structures. Case studies will include national networks (e.g., NBN) and enterprise networks (e.g., campus). Guest lectures and group projects with hands-on laboratories will be used for enhancing student-learning experience.
This unit may be cotaught with 11484 Network Architecture.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Analyse, assimilate and then disseminate knowledge, ideas and opinions effectively and professionally;
2. Competently identify, analyse and formulate/synthesize the requirements for an detailed network design;
3. Demonstrate a high level of conceptual understanding to enable the evaluation of a network architectural design and formulate a range of components that best meet the requirements;
4. Ability to plan and execute the process of architecting a networking system and use interpersonal skills to work collaboratively; and
5. Create a broad design of network systems for specific real life deployment scenarios.


Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development


Prerequisites

10088 Introduction to Network Engineering G OR enrolment in 846AA Master of Information Technology.

Corequisites

None.

Incompatible units

11484 Network Architecture and 9428 Network Architecture.

Equivalent units

None.

Assumed knowledge

None.
Availability for enrolment in 2024 is subject to change and may not be confirmed until closer to the teaching start date.
Year Location Teaching period Teaching start date Delivery mode Unit convener
2023 Bruce, Canberra Semester 2 31 July 2023 On-Campus Mr Ibrahim Elgendi
2024 Bruce, Canberra Semester 2 29 July 2024 On-Campus Mr Ibrahim Elgendi
Not available

Required texts

  • Required: Network Analysis Architecture and Design (3rd edition) by James McCabe, Elsevier
  • Recommended: Computer Networking, A Top-Down Approach (Global 7th edition), Kurose and Ross, Pearson Higher

Submission of assessment items

Extensions & Late submissions

Late submission of the research paper without an approved extension will result in a penalty of 5% reduced marks from the total available, per calendar day late. Research paper submitted over 7 days late will not be accepted.

Special assessment requirements

  • An aggregate mark of 50% is required to pass the unit. 
  • Students who do not participate in the Final Exam will receive a final grade of NC (Not Complete).
  • The unit convener reserves the right to question students on any of their submitted work and may adjust awarded marks based on this questioning. See Grading Schema for the full grading schema and grade descriptors.

 

Academic integrity

Students have a responsibility to uphold University standards on ethical scholarship. Good scholarship involves building on the work of others and use of others' work must be acknowledged with proper attribution made. Cheating, plagiarism, and falsification of data are dishonest practices that contravene academic values. Refer to the University's Student Charter for more information.

To enhance understanding of academic integrity, all students are expected to complete the Academic Integrity Module (AIM) at least once during their course of study. You can access this module within UCLearn (Canvas) through the 'Academic Integrity and Avoiding Plagiarism' link in the Study Help site.

Use of Text-Matching Software

The University of Canberra uses text-matching software to help students and staff reduce plagiarism and improve understanding of academic integrity. The software matches submitted text in student assignments against material from various sources: the internet, published books and journals, and previously submitted student texts.

Learner engagement

In order to get the most out of your studies, it is strongly recommended that you plan your time commitments, actively engage in class discussions (face-to-face), and to get better understanding of this unit we provide practical sessions to learn you how you can configure switches, routers, and different network elements , and work with your peers as part of your study. The amount of time you will need to spend on study in this unit will depend on a number of factors including your prior knowledge, learning skill level and learning style. Nevertheless, in planning your time commitments you should note that for a 3 credit point unit the total notional workload over the semester or term is assumed to be 150 hours. The total workload for units of different credit point value should vary proportionally. For example, for a 6 credit point unit the total notional workload over a semester or term is assumed to be 300 hours.

Activity

Time (hrs)

Lectures attending (2*12)

24

Lectures preparation (2*12)

24

Tutorials/Labs attending (2*11)

  22

Tutorials/Labs preparation (2*11)

 22

Quiz

  23

Research Paper

35

Participation requirements

Your participation in both class and practicl sessions will enhance your understanding of the unit content and therefore the quality of your assessment responses. Lack of participation may result in your inability to satisfactorily pass assessment items.

Required IT skills

Intermediate

This unit involves online meetings in real time using the Virtual Room in your UCLearn teaching site. The Virtual Room allows you to communicate in real time with your lecturer and other students. To participate verbally, rather than just typing, you will need a microphone. For best audio quality we recommend a microphone and speaker headset. For more information and to test your computer, go to the Virtual Room in your UCLearn site and 'Join Course Room'. This will trigger a tutorial to help familiarise you with the functionality of the virtual room.

Work placement, internships or practicums

N/A