ITECH5102 Networking and security (Masters)
In this unit, we will cover the fundamentals of networking through analysis of the Open System Interconnection (OSI) and Internet networking models. Students will learn the role of each model layer and the technologies used to provide end-to-end connectivity between computer systems and the associated networking protocols. The unit will also introduce cloud computing and investigate the role of cybersecurity in securing information systems and the impacts of threats to individual persons and society as well as ethical and legal considerations. The role of personnel and encryption to secure Internet communications will also be studied. The unit also contains a hurdle task which requires students to get involved with their local IT community through attendance and participation in events, such as seminars, workshops, expos, discussion forums etc. The aim is to provide students with a broad understanding of the IT industry, its research foundations and its place in servicing society.
Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
A CSP is subsidised by the Australian Government and students pay a contribution amount. Each unit is classified into a band, depending on the study area of the unit (this discipline may be different from the study area of your course).
2025 contribution amount* $1,164
2025 grandfathered contribution amount* $1,164
Grandfathered contribution amount - if you are a continuing student, who commenced your course before 1 January 2021, you will continue paying the same amount as you would have, had legislative reforms not been implemented, for any units that would otherwise have an increased student contribution amount.
* For Clinical Psychology & Professional Pathways bands the unit fee amount is determined by accredited courses. Students in Postgraduate Clinical Psychology, Professional Pathway Psychology or Professional Pathway Social Work accredited courses should refer to the information below.
