This subject examines emerging trends in internetworking protocols and specific initiatives in some depth. Particular topics include Internetworking protocol version 6, Quality of Service architectures and protocols (IntServ, DiffServ, MPLS, Real Time Protocols), Security issues (IPSec, SSL/TLS), Mobility (MobileIP, SIP, CellularIP, GPRS, UMTS, 3G, etc.), Network Management and Next Generation Networks.
Assessment: Assignment (10 per cent), project (30 per cent), examination (60 per cent).
2008 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $907.50
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.
2008 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,532.00
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Subject EFTSL: 0.125