Unit of Study COMP5006 Computer Networking and Cloud Computing (2024)

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Unit Snapshot

Unit type

PG Coursework Unit
Credit points

12
Faculty & College

Faculty of Science and Engineering
Placement

No

Unit description

This unit introduces fundamental concepts of computer networks, focusing on design, configuration, management, and security. It also covers basic cloud computing concepts, including Microsoft Azure, and prepares students for the Microsoft Azure Fundamentals Certification. The course provides foundational skills to understand modern networks and their role in smart environments.

Unit content

Module 1: Fundamental concepts of computer networks and communication protocols

Module 2: Network design and configuration

Module 3: Network switching and routing

Module 4: Network management and security

Module 5: Introduction to Cloud Computing and Architecture

Module 6: Cloud Services, Management and Governance

Availabilities

Not offered in 2024

Learning outcomes

Unit Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a unit. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes. The unit learning outcomes and graduate attributes are also the basis of evaluating prior learning.

On completion of this unit, students should be able to:

demonstrate knowledge of the fundamental concepts of computer networks and data communication

analyse network protocols and their behaviours

apply basic principles in network design, configuration, management and security

demonstrate knowledge of the key concepts of cloud computing and skills to work with cloud services for effective management, security, and performance.

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