COMNTSEC01 Computer networks and security
Faculty of Information Technology
Computer networks and security (COMNTSEC01) is a major worth 48 credit points, listing 11 units, taught at Clayton. It is offered in 8 courses, including Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Information Technology; and Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Information Technology.
- Credit points
- 48
- Units
- 11
- Campus
- Clayton
- Offered in
- 8 courses
This is the 2020 handbook entry. See the 2022 entry.
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Requisite map
Overview
Computer networks and security focuses on the principles, practice and management of computer networks and security technologies used within an organisation for their information needs. You will learn how to design and develop computer networks and monitor their performance, incorporate security measures to protect corporate information systems and their access through the internet, and develop secure applications systems. It will prepare you for careers in technical positions responsible for building, managing and maintaining secure IT infrastructure.
Availability
Computer networks and security is listed in the Bachelor of Information Technology at Clayton as a minor, major or extended major.
Structure
Computer networks and security48 credit points
Programming unit
6 credit pointsCore units
36 credit points- FIT1047Introduction to computer systems, networks and securityNo reviews yet6 cp
- FIT2093Introduction to cyber securityNo reviews yet6 cp
- FIT2100Operating systemsNo reviews yet6 cp
- FIT3031Network securityNo reviews yet6 cp
- FIT3165Computer networksNo reviews yet6 cp
- FIT3173Software securityNo reviews yet6 cp
Additional unit
6 credit pointsDouble degree with software engineering48 credit points
Programming unit
6 credit pointsCore units
36 credit points- FIT1047Introduction to computer systems, networks and securityNo reviews yet6 cp
- FIT2081Mobile application developmentNo reviews yet6 cp
- FIT2093Introduction to cyber securityNo reviews yet6 cp
- FIT3031Network securityNo reviews yet6 cp
- FIT3173Software securityNo reviews yet6 cp
- FIT3142Distributed computingNo reviews yet6 cp
Additional Faculty of Information Technology unit
6 credit pointsCourses that offer it
- B2017MajorBachelor of Business and Bachelor of Information TechnologyNo reviews yet
- B2025MajorBachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Information TechnologyNo reviews yet
- A2009MajorBachelor of Criminology and Bachelor of Information TechnologyNo reviews yet
- F2012MajorBachelor of Design and Bachelor of Information TechnologyNo reviews yet
- F2006MajorBachelor of Fine Art and Bachelor of Information TechnologyNo reviews yet
- C2000MajorBachelor of Information TechnologyNo reviews yet
- C2002MajorBachelor of Information Technology and Bachelor of ArtsNo reviews yet
- C2003MajorBachelor of Information Technology and Bachelor of ScienceNo reviews yet
Learning outcomes
- 1
Design, implement and maintain secure computer systems and networks
Common questions
Which courses offer Computer networks and security?
8 courses in 2020: Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Information Technology; Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Information Technology; Bachelor of Criminology and Bachelor of Information Technology; Bachelor of Design and Bachelor of Information Technology; Bachelor of Fine Art and Bachelor of Information Technology; Bachelor of Information Technology; Bachelor of Information Technology and Bachelor of Arts; and Bachelor of Information Technology and Bachelor of Science.