Information Technology (Computer Networks) (Master)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Master of Information Technology (Computer Networks)
Length
2 years full-time or up to 4 years part time.
Campuses
Melbourne
Course description
The combination of core and specialised subjects in this course is aimed at giving students the skills to work in network administration areas. It encompasses the knowledge necessary for roles in data communications and networks, networks and systems security, network design and network management, application protocol, protocol and network engineering, and wireless networks.
Students may complete the degree entirely by coursework, or include an industrial team project or undertake a minor thesis in the area of computer networks if they wish to progress to a PhD. Core studies include fundamental and intermediate programming using Java, fundamental IT-related mathematics, algorithms and data structures, system design engineering fundamentals, and a software engineering project.
Course structure
Possible subjects include Networks Systems and Web Security, Real-time and Fault-tolerant Systems, Wireless Network Engineering, Communication Protocol Engineering, Mobile and Pervasive Computing, Performance Analysis of Computer Systems, and Pervasive Network Design.
Subject details
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Application
Apply directly to the University up to two weeks prior to the commencement of the course. Visit our postgraduate website to download an application form.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
Indicative (2012): $20,580 per 120 credit points.
Scholarships
A variety of scholarships and prizes are available for postgraduate students at La Trobe. Visit the postgraduate scholarships webpage for details http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/postgraduatesPrerequisites
Three-year undergraduate degree in any discipline, or equivalent. Knowledge of C programming is an advantage.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Additional information
Students without the appropriate computer science background may be required to commence three weeks earlier than semester start dates to undertake accelerated first-year computer science subjects.
A seminar program is an integral part of the course. It covers ethical, professional, and social issues relevant to the IT industry. Compulsory tutorials are held throughout the year; students who do not attend are not permitted to graduate.
Career opportunities
Graduates may work in such roles as network manager, research and development manager, network consultant, or in systems engineering (the design, development and maintenance of computer systems).
Professional recognition
The course leads to Professional Level membership of the Australian Computer Society.