FIT5037 · Monash University
Network security
- Credit points
- 6
- Level
- 5
- Workload
- ≈ 12 h / week
- Faculty
- Information Technology
What it covers
Network security is an important part of any computer network and essential knowledge for IT professionals. This unit provides fundamental network security for IT students and professionals. It covers wired and wireless communication and network security, security at different layers, computer system security, network services and applications security, basic defence systems, cryptography for network security, techniques for identifying system vulnerabilities and penetration testing.
Assessment
| Task | Type | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Class tests | Quiz / Test | 30% |
| Assignment 1 | Demonstration | 30% |
| Final Assignment: practical and report | Demonstration | 40% |
When and where
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Term 3 | Suzhou (SEU) | On-campus |
| Second semester | Clayton | Flexible |