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COMP6340 Networked Information Systems

COMP6340 is only available under certain award programs.

Offered By Department of Computer Science
Academic Career Graduate Coursework
Course Subject Computer Science
Offered in First Semester, 2009 and First Semester, 2010
Unit Value 6 units
Course Description

This course studies networking fundamentals including LANS, MANS, WANS, the Internet, intranets, extranets and the WWW, with the focus being the Internet. The topics covered include: hardware, software, network topologies, architecture and protocols; network and web applications; website design and construction; information architecture; standards; privacy, security, firewalls and reliability; systems integration; network monitoring and management; and professional ethics and social issues.

Course Classification(s) TransitionalTransitional courses are designed for students from a broad range of backgrounds and learning achievements, which provide for the acquisition of generic skills; or an informed understanding of contemporary issues; or fundamental knowledge for transition to Advanced or Specialist courses.
Areas of Interest Information Technology
Programs Master of Business Information Systems and Master of Information Systems Studies

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