Network Management

Unit code: NIT2124 | Study level: Undergraduate
Credit points
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Footscray Park
Online Real Time
VU Brisbane
VU Sydney
Prerequisites
NIT1104 - Computer Networks
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Overview
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Overview

This unit explores the fundamentals and practice aspects of computer networks and systems management including fundamentals of network management concept, architectures, protocols, standards and also current related research topics. The students will have the chance to be familiar with current research efforts on network and system management by focusing on SNMP-based network & internetwork management.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Explain the principles of network management;
  2. Develop the skills required to manage networks;
  3. Apply the available tools; and
  4. Demonstrate the ability to perform network management tasks.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Assignment
|
Grade: 30%
Technical Report
Assessment type: Project
|
Grade: 35%
Demonstration (Group work)
Assessment type: Test
|
Grade: 35%
Written Tests (2)

Required reading

SNMP Configuration Guide (online)
CISCO (2018)| CISCO

Recommended reading: Mani Subramanian (2010), Network Management: Principles and Practice, 2nd ed, MA: Addison-Wesley. Alexander Clemm (2006), Network Management Fundamentals 1st ed. Cisco Press. Douglas Mauro, Kevin Schmidt (2009), Essential SNMP, 2nd ed. O'Reilly Media.

As part of a course

This unit is not compulsory for any specific course. Depending on the course you study, this unit may be taken as an elective.

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