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Australia’s fourth oldest university, the University of Tasmania, is highly regarded internationally for teaching and academic excellence. The university offers more than 100 undergraduate degrees and more than 50 postgraduate programs across a range of disciplines. The university offers students a diverse range of opportunities, the chance to learn from leading experts, and excellent preparation for their future careers.
QS RANKING 2021
19
Times Higher Education Ranking 2021
25
Subject details
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- Introduction to Computer Networks
- OSI 7 Layer Reference Model and the TCP/IP Protocol architecture
- Data Representation
- Network Access Layer
- Internet Layer Continued
- Transport Layer
- Application Layer
- The Practice of Network Administration
- Network Design and Review
No eligibility requirements
Additional requirements
No additional requirements
In this subject, you will learn how computer networks are constructed, how they work, and how modern applications use the services provided by modern computer networks. The concept of protocol layering will be explored to learn how computer networks operate, using the OSI Model and TCIP/IP protocol suite as examples, including an examination of the functionality and protocols provided by the different layers of these systems. Through practical tasks, you will learn how to construct and configure computer networks and how various network protocols act and react to establish a functioning computer network.
- Online quizzes (30%)
- Case study report (40%)
- Portfolio (30%)
Current study term: 11 Jul 21 to 17 Oct 21
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