Course Title: Design and implement security for internetworking systems

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2023

Course Code: COSC7409C

Course Title: Design and implement security for internetworking systems

Important Information:

Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.

School: 520T Future Technologies

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6176 - Advanced Diploma of Computer Systems Engineering

Course Contact: Mohammad Hassan

Course Contact Phone: +61399254700

Course Contact Email: mohammad.hassan@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Noor Sateh
Phone: +61 3 9925 4013
Email:noor.sateh@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 100

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

Nil

Course Description

IN this course you will gain the skills and knowledge required to design and implement security for internetworking systems.

It includes working safely, applying design principles, complying with relevant industry standards, incorporating advanced security technologies, documenting design and monitoring performance.

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	UEECS0009 Design and implement security for internetworking systems
Element:	1 Prepare to design internetworking systems
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and workplace procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and applied 1.2 Scope of design brief for advanced security technologies is developed and documented in accordance with workplace procedures and in consultation with relevant person/s 1.3 Work team/group is arranged of relevant persons in accordance with design brief and workplace procedures 1.4 Activities are planned in accordance with workplace procedures for timelines and in consultation with others involved 1.5 Strategies are implemented to ensure network development is in accordance with design brief and workplace procedures
Element:	2 Design internetworking systems
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Internetworking system is designed with economical design solutions in accordance with design brief, relevant industry standards and workplace procedures 2.2 Advanced security technologies are included in internetworking system design in accordance with relevant industry standards and workplace security policy 2.3 Internetworking system design specification of required media is in accordance with relevant industry standards 2.4 Internetworking system design is documented in accordance with workplace security policy 2.5 Internetworking system design is presented and discussed with relevant person/s in accordance with workplace security policy 2.6 Alterations to the internetworking system design resulting from the presentation/discussion are negotiated with relevant person/s in accordance with workplace security policy 2.7 Final internetworking system design is documented and approval obtained from relevant person/s in accordance with workplace procedures
Element:	3 Implement internetworking systems
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Activities are planned in accordance with workplace security policy for timelines and in consultation with others involved 3.2 Relevant development tools and software are selected in accordance with design brief and relevant industry standards 3.3 Advanced routing technologies are installed, configured and tested in accordance with design brief and relevant industry standards 3.4 System malfunctions are identified and rectified using techniques in accordance with workplace security policy and relevant industry standards 3.5 Unplanned events are analysed to provide solutions in accordance with workplace security policy 3.6 Quality of work is monitored in accordance with workplace procedures and/or relevant industry standards 3.7 Final internetworking system design and implementation are documented in accordance with workplace security policy

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements. 

Details of Learning Activities

You will involve in the following learning activities to meet requirements for this competency and stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates.

 

• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Practical/Workshop

 

Engineers Australia Mapping Information:

 

EA 1. Knowledge and Skill Base

 

EA1.1. Descriptive, formula-based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the practice area.

EA 1.2. Procedural-level understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the practice area.

EA 1.3. In depth practical knowledge and skills within specialist sub-disciplines of the practice area.

EA 1.4. Discernment of engineering developments within the practice area.

EA 1.5. Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the practice area.

EA 1.6. Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the area of practice.

 

EA 2. Engineering Application Ability

 

EA 2.1. Application of established technical and practical methods to the solution of well-defined engineering problems.

EA 2.2. Application of technical and practical techniques, tools and resources to well defined engineering problems.

EA 2.3. Application of systematic synthesis and design processes to well defined engineering problems.

EA 2.4. Application of systematic project management processes.

 

EA 3. Professional and Personal Attributes

 

EA 3.1. Ethical conduct and professional accountability.

EA 3.2. Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.

EA 3.3. Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.

EA 3.4. Professional use and management of information.

EA 3.5. Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.

EA 3.6. Effective team membership and team leadership.

 

Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies are mapped with competency UEECS0009 in the Assessment Matrix.

Teaching Schedule

The proposed teaching schedule for this competency is detailed below: 

Week	Topics Delivered	Elements/ Performance Criteria
1	Lecture: Modern Network Security Threats Lab Activity : Researching Network Attacks and Security Audit Tools/Attack Tools Introduction to course, course guide, assessment, topics breakdown, resources, OHS issues etc.	UEECS0009_1.2  UEECS0009_1.3
2	Lecture: Securing Network Devices. 2.6.1.3 Packet Tracer - Configure Cisco Routers for Syslog, NTP, and SSH Operations	UEECS0009_1.5  UEECS0009_1.4  UEECS0009_1.1
3	Lecture: Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting. 3.6.1.2 Packet Tracer - Configure AAA Authentication on Cisco Routers	UEECS0009_2.1  UEECS0009_2.2  UEECS0009_2.3
4-5	Lecture: Implementing Firewall Technologies. 4.1.1.10 Packet Tracer - Configuring Extended ACLs Scenario 1 4.1.1.11 Packet Tracer - Configuring Extended ACLs Scenario 2	UEECS0009_2.4  UEECS0009_2.5  UEECS0009_2.6  UEECS0009_2.7
6	Lecture: Implementing Intrusion Prevention. 4.1.2.5 Packet Tracer - Configure IP ACLs to Mitigate Attacks 4.1.3.4 Packet Tracer - Configuring IPv6 ACLs	UEECS0009_2.6  UEECS0009_2.7
7	Lecture: Securing the Local Area Network. 4.4.1.1 Packet Tracer - Configuring a Zone-Based Policy Firewall (ZPF)	UEECS0009_3.2
8	Lecture: Cryptographic Systems  5.4.1.2 Packet Tracer - Configure IOS Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) Using CLI Practical Assessment 1	UEECS0009_3.3
9	Lecture: Cryptographic Systems  Lab Activity : Exploring Encryption Methods Catch up session for all previous labs P	UEECS0009_3.3
10	Lecture: Implementing Virtual Private Networks. 6.3.1.2 Packet Tracer - Layer 2 Security 6.3.1.3 Packet Tracer - Layer 2 VLAN Security	UEECS0009_3.3
11	Lecture : Implementing the Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance 8.4.1.2 Packet Tracer - Configure and Verify a Site-to-Site IPsec VPN Using CLI	UEECS0009_3.3
12	Lecture: Advanced Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance. 9.3.1.1 Packet Tracer - Configuring ASA Basic Settings and Firewall Using CLI	UEECS0009_3.3
13	Lecture: Managing a Secure Network 11.3.1.1 Packet Tracer - Skills Integration Challenge	UEECS0009_3.4
14	Lecture: Revision Lab: Revision	UEECS0009_3.5
15-16	Practical Assessment 2	refer to Assessment Matrix below
17-18	Final written Assessment	refer to Assessment Matrix below

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

 

List of relevant recommended books, resources in the library and accessible Internet sites will be provided where possible.

During the course, you will be directed to websites to enhance your knowledge and understanding of difficult concepts.

 

The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through: 

The Learning Lab 
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab 

The Study Support Hub  
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub 

Overview of Assessment

Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.

Assessment Tasks

Assessment 1: Practical Assessment 1

Assignment 2: Practical Assessment 2

Assessment 3: Final Written Test

 

Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for ‘Competency’. To be assessed as ‘Competent’ means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills to a standard expected in the workplace. To be assessed as Competent in a course, students will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard.  

Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessments are:  

•         CA - Competency Achieved  

•         NYC - Not Yet Competent  

•         DNS - Did not submit for assessment.  

 

Students need to successfully complete all assessment tasks satisfactorily to be competent.

 

Students will have the opportunity to resubmit any assessment deemed unsatisfactory (a minimum of 1 resubmission is allocated per assessment).   

Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency.

 

Assessment vs UEECS0009  Elements & Performance Criteria

 

UEECS0009  Elements & Performance Criteria

Assessment vs UEECS0009 Elements & Performance Criteria

UEECS0009 Elements & Performance Criteria

Assessments

1.1

1.2

1.3

1.4

1.5

2.1

2.2

2.3

2.4

2.5

2.6

2.7

3.1

3.2

3.3

3.4

3.5

3.6

3.7

Assessment 1

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Assessment 2

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Final Test

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Assessment vs Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies

Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies

EA1.1

EA1.2

EA1.3

EA1.4

EA1.5

EA1.6

EA2.1

EA2.2

EA2.3

EA2.4

EA3.1

EA3.2

EA3.3

EA3.4

EA3.5

EA3.6

Assessment 1

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Assessment 2

x

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Final Test

X

X

X

X

X

x

X

X

X

All Assessments UEECS0005

1

1

3

2

3

1

3

3

2

1

2

3

2

2

3

2

0 (Blank)

Graduate attribute is not assessed.

1

Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one, but less than one-third, of the Element

2

Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one third, but less than two-thirds, of the Element

3

Graduate attribute is assessed in more than two-thirds of the Element

 

Other Information

Attendance: 

Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises  

It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully. 

 

Information about your studies: 

You can access My Course through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc. 

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students

 

Assessment: 

Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time): 

 

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment 

 

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/my-course/assessment-results/special-consideration-extensions/special-consideration

 

Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:  

RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy. 

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity

 

Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:  

Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification). 

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.   

Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course. 

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-creditt

 

Equitable Learning Services (ELS):
If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Equitable Learning Services (ELS) to seek advice and support to complete your studies.
Please refer to https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services

to find more information about services offered by Equitable Learning Services (ELS).

 

 All email communications will be sent to your RMIT email address and you must regularly check your RMIT emails.

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