49048 Wireless Networking Technologies
6cp; 3hpwRequisite(s): 120 credit points of completed study in C10061 Bachelor of Engineering Diploma in Engineering Practice OR 120 credit points of completed study in C10066 Bachelor of Engineering Science OR 120 credit points of completed study in C10067 Bachelor of Engineering
These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses.
There are also course requisites for this subject. See access conditions.
Postgraduate
Subject coordinator: Dr K Sandrasegaran
This subject aims to use knowledge about communication networks and protocols to develop an understanding of how network functions, such as mobility management, traffic management, etc., are realised in current wireless networks. Participants will study the evolution, architecture, functionality and operation of wireless networking technologies that exists in the market today. These technologies include GSM (Global System Mobile), HSCSD (High Speed Circuit Switched Data), GPRS (General Packet Radio System), EDGE (Enhanced Data rate for GSM Evolution), UMTS (Universal Mobile Telecommunication System), 4G Networks, Wireless Application Protocol (WAP), Bluetooth, Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN), Wireless ATM (WATM), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Wireless Local Loop (WLL), and Mobile and Cellular IP.
Assessment: Quizzes, optional class presentations, mid-semester and final examinations, optional lab project.
Typical availability
Autumn semester, City campus
Spring semester, City campus
For detailed information, see the full subject description at:
http://www.eng.uts.edu.au/Current_Students/postgraduate/subject_desc/49048.htm
Fee information
2009 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $926.50
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.
2009 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,650.00
Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.
Subject EFTSL: 0.125Access conditions
Note: The requisite information presented in this subject description covers only academic requisites. Full details of all enforced rules, covering both academic and admission requisites, are available at Access conditions and My Student Admin.
