Course Title: Utilise basic network concepts and protocols required in cyber security
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2024
Course Code: INTE5058
Course Title: Utilise basic network concepts and protocols required in cyber security
School: 520T Future Technologies
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4424 - Certificate IV in Cyber Security
Course Contact: Ray Alotry
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 1409
Course Contact Email: ray.alotry@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 80
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this course you will gain the skills and knowledge required to comprehend how data travels around the internet. It includes the function and operation of protocols such as Open System Interconnection (OSI) and Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) suite and devices that facilitate data transfer.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
VU23213 Utilise basic network concepts and protocols required in cyber security |
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1 Outline key network security concepts |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Network vulnerabilities that affect cyber security in a data network are defined |
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2 Define key features of the TCP/IP suite of protocols |
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2.1 Binary number system and hexadecimal number systems are defined |
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3 Define services, standards and protocols that facilitate security and the functional operation of a network |
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3.1 Server Message Block (SMB) in the local area network are defined and demonstrated |
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4 Implement and demonstrate the function and operation of key networking devices |
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4.1 Physical and logical network representations of a local area network are implemented |
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5 Implement the components of a network security laboratory and testing environment |
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5.1 Software tools for the testing environment are identified and implemented |
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6 Present current examples of cyber network attacks and resources |
Performance Criteria: |
6.1 Example of a Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack is presented |
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
This Accredited course unit/module details - VU23213
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead the development of asset protection processes, determining threats and implementing controls to mitigate risk.
In this unit you will acquire the performance, skills and knowledge required to comprehend how data travels around the internet. It includes the function and operation of protocols such as Open System Interconnection (OSI) and Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) suite and devices that facilitate data transfer. The exposure to these protocols is at an introductory level in this unit.
Teaching Schedule
| Week | Date | Topic | Assessments |
| 1 | 12-18 Feb | Communication principles | |
| 2 | 19-25 Feb | IPv4 addresses | |
| 3 | 26 Feb–3 Mar | Network Segmentation | |
| 4 | 4-10 Mar | Network Access Layer | |
| 5 | 11-17 Mar | Internet & Transport Layers | |
| 6 | 18-24 Mar | IPv6 addresses | |
| 7 | 25-31 Mar | Network Security Fundamentals | Assessment 1 of 3 Project Assessment release date |
| 29 March–7 April | Mid-semester break | ||
| 8 | 8-14 April | Application Layer Services | Assessment 1 of 3 Project Assessment due date |
| 9 | 15-21 April | Configure Network and Device Security | |
| 10 | 22-28 April | Network Intermediary Devices | Assessment 2 of 3 Short Answer Questions Assessment release date |
| 11 | 29 April–5 May | Build testing environment labs | |
| 12 | 6-12 May | Software tools for the testing environment | Assessment 2 of 3 Short Answer Questions Assessment due date |
| 13 | 13-19 May | Troubleshoot Common Network Problems | Assessment 3 of 3 Practical Observation Assessment release date |
| 14 | 20-26 May | Build a Home Network | |
| 15 | 27 May–2 June | Practice Labs & Resubmissions | Assessment 3 of 3 Practical Observation Assessment due date |
| 16 | 3-9 June | Practice Labs & Resubmissions | |
| 17 | 10-16 June | Practice Labs & Resubmissions |
* Subject to Change
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Other Resources
Students should have the following equipment:
- USB Hard Drive
- Laptop (Optional)
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 | Type of Assessment |
| 1 | Project Assessment |
| 2 | Knowledge Quiz Assessment |
| 3 | Practical Observation Assessment |
Assessment Matrix
Element |
Performance criteria |
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Assessment Task 1: Project |
Assessment Task 2: Knowledge Quiz |
Assessment Task 3: Practical Observation |
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1.1 Network vulnerabilities that affect cyber security in a data network are defined |
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Part B Q1 |
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1.2 Differences between network security and cyber security are clarified |
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Part B Q2 |
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1.3 OSI and TCP/IP models of data communication are defined |
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Parts A Q2, Q3 |
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1.4 Organisation/enterprises’ security policy is sourced reviewed |
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Part B Q1 - Q7 |
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1.5 Business implications of cyber security breaches are identified |
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Part B Q3 |
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2.1 Binary number system and hexadecimal number systems are defined |
Q18 - Q19 |
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2.2 Conversions between number systems are demonstrated |
Q18 - Q19 |
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2.3 IPv4 and IPv6 (internet protocol versions 4 & 6) addressing schemes are identified |
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Lab A – task 6 Lab D – tasks 1 |
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2.4 Differences and commonalities between the OSI and TCP/IP models are described and demonstrated |
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Part B Q4 |
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2.5 Key protocols of the TCP/IP suite are identified and demonstrated |
Q1 |
Part A - Q2 |
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2.6 TCP/IP Network Interface Layer standards are identified |
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Part A - Q2 |
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2.7 TCP/IP Internet Layer standards and protocols are defined and demonstrated |
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Part A - Q2 |
Lab A - Task 6 - Task 11 |
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2.8 TCP/IP Transport Layer Standards and protocols are defined and demonstrated |
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Lab A - Task 6 - Task 11 |
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2.9 TCP/IP Application Layer standards and protocols are identified and demonstrated with particular emphasis on how TLS and HTTPS can provide security for network communications |
Q8, Q15 |
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Lab A - Task 6 - Task 11 |
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3.1 Server Message Block (SMB) in the local area network are defined and demonstrated |
Q7 |
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Lab A |
3.2 Use of Quick (QUIC) User Datagram Protocol (UDP) to establish more secure HTTP traffic is investigated |
Q4 |
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Lab H |
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3.3 Narrowband Internet of Things (NB-IoT) and Long Range IoT (LoRa-IoT) standards for IoT devices are investigated |
Q9 |
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Lab B |
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Lab A,
Task 1 - Task 2
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4.2 Function and operation of network switches and network routers are described and implemented |
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Lab E |
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4.3 Function and operation of a firewall is identified |
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Lab A - Task 13 |
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4.4 Function and operation of a wireless access point (WAP) and a wireless enabled end point is described and implemented |
Q3 |
Part A - Q1 |
Lab B |
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4.5 End to end network troubleshooting methodologies and commands are demonstrated |
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Lab C |
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5.1 Software tools for the testing environment are identified and implemented |
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Lab F |
5.2 Use of virtualisation is described and demonstrated in the testing environment |
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Lab A - Task 12 - Task 13 |
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5.3 Interconnectivity of the virtualised tools is described and demonstrated |
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Lab A - Task 12 - Task 13 |
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5.4 Use of the testing environment is demonstrated |
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Lab A - Task 12 - Task 13 |
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6.1 Example of a Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack is presented |
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Lab I |
6.2 Example of a current ransomware breach is presented |
Q13 |
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6.3 Example of Local Area Network (LAN) Address Resolution Poisoning (ARP) is presented |
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Lab H |
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6.4 Useful resources that increase industry’s awareness of cyber security awareness are identified |
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Part B - Q3, Q5
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Knowledge Evidence | |
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The learner must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the work role. This includes knowledge of:
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Assessment Task3?: |
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Q6 |
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Q5 |
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Q18 |
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Q19 |
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Q1 |
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Q1 |
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Q14 |
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Q7 |
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Q15 |
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Q8 |
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Q2 |
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Q9, Q10 |
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Q3, Q17 |
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Q12 |
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Q4 |
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Q20 |
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Q14 |
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Q13 |
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Q11 |
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