Wireless Networks PG (10100.3)
| 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 |
| School Of Information Technology & Systems | Post Graduate Level | Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 3 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Analyse and critically evaluate the fundamental concepts of wireless networks;
2. Apply advanced traffic theories, mobile radio propagation models, channel coding, and cellular concepts to design and optimise wireless networks for different use cases;
3. Compare, evaluate, and apply multiple division techniques, advanced mobile communication systems, and complex wireless networks;
4. Evaluate and apply advanced network protocols, ad hoc and sensor networks, Metropolitan Area Networks (MANs), Local Area Networks (LANs), and Personal Area Networks (PANs); and
5. Design and implement innovative wireless network solutions.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively1. 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 GCorequisites
None.Incompatible units
8227 Wireless NetworksEquivalent units
None.Assumed knowledge
None.| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 16 February 2026 | On-campus | Dr Md Farhad Hossain |
| 2027 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 15 February 2027 | On-campus | Dr Md Farhad Hossain |
Required texts
Textbook
- Mahbub Hassan. Wireless and Mobile Networking. CRC Press, 2022.
- Jack L. Burbank, Julia Andrusenko, Jared S. Everett and William T.M. Kasch. Wireless Networking: Understanding Internetworking Challenges. Wiley-IEEE Press, 2013.
Reference Books:
- Vijay K. Garg. Wireless Communications and Networking. Morgan Kaufmann Publishers, 2007
- J. W. Mark and W. Zhuang. Wireless Communications and Networking. Prentice Hall, 2002
- B. A. Forouzan. Data Communications and Networking. McGraw Hill, 5th edition, 2013.
Online materials:
Lecture materials, lab materials, tutorial questions and answers, assignment specifications, and other details are available on the unit Canvas site.
Submission of assessment items
Extensions & Late submissions
Artificial Intelligence:
Restricted - The use of GenAI is NOT allowed in completing the assessment. More detailed information can be found at GenAI and Assessment at UC.
Special assessment requirements
All assessment items will receive a numerical mark. The final grade will be a weighted average of the individual assessment items.
The final grade for the subject is then determined according to the following table:
| 85 <= Final mark <= 100 |
Final grade = HD |
| 75 <= Final mark < 85 |
Final grade = DI |
| 65 <= Final mark < 75 |
Final grade = CR |
| 50 <= Final mark < 65 |
Final grade = P |
| 0 <= Final mark < 50 |
a final grade (NX, NC, or NN) |
The unit convenor reserves the right to question students on any of their submitted work for moderation and academic integrity purposes.
Students must apply academic integrity in their learning and research activities at UC. This includes submitting authentic and original work for assessments and properly acknowledging any sources used.
Academic integrity involves the ethical, honest and responsible use, creation and sharing of information. It is critical to the quality of higher education. Our academic integrity values are honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility and courage.
UC students have to complete the Academic Integrity Module annually to learn about academic integrity and to understand the consequences of academic integrity breaches (or academic misconduct).
UC uses various strategies and systems, including detection software, to identify potential breaches of academic integrity. Suspected breaches may be investigated, and action can be taken when misconduct is found to have occurred.
Information is provided in the Academic Integrity Policy, Academic Integrity Procedure, and University of Canberra (Student Conduct) Rules 2023. For further advice, visit Study Skills.
Learner engagement
| Activity |
Time (hrs) |
| Lectures attending (2*12) |
24 |
| Lectures preparation (2*12) |
24 |
| Labs attending (2*6) |
12 |
| Online Quizzes/Labs preparation |
30 |
| Project |
30 |
| Research Paper |
30 |
Total = 150 hours
Participation requirements
Your participation in both class and online activities 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.
The Group Project is closely linked to the skills and concepts developed in the laboratory sessions. Students who do not attend and complete the lab activities may find the project significantly more challenging. To support your success in the unit, you are strongly encouraged to attend and actively participate in all labs.
Required IT skills
Basic Python programming
Work placement, internships or practicums
Not applicable for this unit.
