Course Title: Create scripts for networking

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2025

Course Code: COSC7401C

Course Title: Create scripts for networking

Important Information:

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

Please check your Canvas course shell closer to the course start date to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance.

The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in course requirements. It is advisable for students to keep in contact with their teachers regarding in-person course attendance.

School: 520T Future Technologies

Campus: City Campus

Program: C4410 - Certificate IV in Information Technology

Course Contact: Eddie Vanda

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4612

Course Contact Email: eddie.vanda@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Eddie Vanda

Phone: +61 3 9925 4456

Email: eddie.vanda@rmit.edu.au 

Nominal Hours: 60

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

None

Course Description

In this course you will the skills and knowledge required to undertake scripted programming tasks for networking related activities.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

ICTNWK428 Create scripts for networking

Element:

1. Prepare to write networking scripts

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Determine and document problem and script solution requirements according to organisational requirements 1.2 Employ abbreviated software development cycle to script creation according to task requirements 1.3 Develop pre-emptive downtime solution algorithm according to task requirements 1.4 Develop a guaranteed to end algorithm according to task requirements

Element:

2. Create and implement code

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Select and create clear and concise code according to task requirements 2.2 Implement selection, iteration and sequence to control script execution flow according to task requirements 2.3 Implement sequential file input and output and retrieve and store information 2.4 Seek and respond to script operation from user input according to task requirements

Element:

3. Implement operating system tools

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Use searching and sorting tools to select information from logging output of operating system (OS) 3.2 Implement controls and demonstrate capability of script to maintain a log of operations 3.3 Register and run scripts with OS scheduling facility

Element:

4. Test and finalise script activities

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Test script against design specification and task requirements 4.2 Identify and resolve scripting language bugs, syntactical, logical and design errors 4.3 Store unused materials and ICT equipment according to manufacturing specifications and organisational procedures 4.4 File documentation in required location according to organisational procedures

Learning Outcomes


 On successful completion of this course the candidate must have demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit.


Details of Learning Activities

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake scripted programming tasks for networking related activities.

It applies to individuals with competent technical skills who are employed in network or systems administration roles.


Teaching Schedule

The proposed teaching schedule for ICTNWK428 is detailed below: 

Semester 1, 2025WeekDateTopicAssessment / Learning activities
Week 1 10/2/2025 Introduction to Linux Operating System Install Oracle Virtual Box and Mint Linux System
Week 2 17/2/2025 Software Development Algorithm Design  
Week 3 24/2/2025 Bash Scripting - Introduction  
Week 4 3/3/2025 Bash Scripting - First Script Assignment 2 Project 1 available
Week 5 10/3/2025 Bash Scripting - Operators and User Input  
Week 6 17/3/2025 Bash Scripting - Variables  
Week 7 24.3.2025 Bash Scripting - Selection/Repetition Assignment 1 available
Week 8 31/3/2025 Bash Scripting - Functions  
Week 9 7/4/2025 Bash Scripting - Regular Expressions  
Week 10 14/20254 Bash Scripting - File I/O and Testing Assignment 2 Project 1 due
Week 11 28/4/2025 Bash Scripting -Managing Users and Permissions Assignment 3 Project 2 available
Week 12 5/5/2025 Powershell Scripting - Introduction  
Week 13 12/5/2025 Powershell Scripting - Advanced  
Week 14 19/5/2025 OS Management Linux and Windows Assignment 1 due
Week 15 26/5/2025 Powershell Scripting - Testing and Troubleshooting Assignment 3 Project 2 due
Week 16 2/6/2025 Completion of Assessments  
Week 17 9/6.2025 Catch up  
Week 18 16/6/2025 Catch up  

*Please note that this timeline is subject to change based on semester requirements. We recommend checking your Canvas course shell regularly to stay updated with the latest schedule. 

 

Student directed hours involve completing activities such as reading online resources, assignments, individual student/teacher course-related consultation. Students are required to self-study the learning materials and complete the assigned out of class activities for the scheduled non-teaching hours. 




Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

We will be using Virtualisation to create scripts on different operating systems for this course.  This has real life application.

While the RMIT PC's can be used, you may prefer to bring your own laptop, with at least 16 GB ram.  All required software, the Oracle VM Virtual Box, a Debian type of Linux (Mint) and any evaluation copy of Windows able to run the latest version of Powershell, are freely available by download from the relevant vendors.

 


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 and various types of assessments.

Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.


Assessment Tasks

Students must pass each of the following assessments to demonstrate competency:

  1. Online quiz
  2. Project 1
  3. Project 2

You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria and due dates

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

  • CA: Competency Achieved
  • NYC: Not Yet Competent
  • DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment 


Assessment Matrix

Assessment  Mapping Matrix

Element/

Performance Criteria Covered

    

Task 1

Knowledge

Test

    

Task 2

    

Task 3

    

1.1

    

 

    		      X  

1.2

    

 

    

x

    

 

    

1.3

    

 

    

x

    

x

    

1.4

    

 

    

x

    

x

    

2.1

    		      

x

    

x

    

2.2

    

 

    

x

    

x

    

2.3

    

 

    

 

    

x

    

2.4

    

 

    

x

    

 x 

    

3.1

    

 

    		  

x

    

3.2

    

 

    		  

x

    

3.3

    

 

    		  

x

    

4.1

    		       x

 

    

4.2

    

 

    		 x

x 

    

4.3

    

 

    		      

x

    

4.4

    

 

    		      

x

    

To be deemed competent you must demonstrate an understanding of all aspects required of the competency. Assessment methods have been designed to measure your achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over multiple tasks.

Other Information

Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): 

 You may be eligible for credit towards courses in your program if you have already met the learning/competency outcomes through previous learning and/or industry experience. To be eligible for credit towards a course, you must demonstrate that you have already completed learning and/or gained industry experience, that is:   

• Relevant 
• Current 
• Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course   

To find more information about credit transfer and RPL, please refer to the following link: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/my-course/enrolment/apply-for-credit 

 Study and Learning Support:   

RMIT University Library provides free study support services and resources to help you build your academic skills. 
 
Study and Learning Centre (SLC) provides free learning and academic development advice to you. Services offered by SLC to support your numeracy and literacy skills are:   

• Assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice 
• Math and science developmental support and advice 
• English language development 

To find more information about Study and Learning Support, please refer to the following link: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-services/study-support   

Equitable Learning Services (ELS):   

The Equitable Learning Services team (ELS team) supports and creates equal opportunities for students with a disability, long-term illness and/or mental health condition. We also support primary carers.    

ELS works in partnership with students to create an Equitable Learning Plan. Your plan is tailored to you, supports your needs and establishes how RMIT can provide ongoing assistance so you can access and participate in your studies. The ELS team can assist you to manage your Equitable Learning Plan.   

To find more information about services offered by Equitable Learning Services (ELS), please refer to the following link: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-services/equitable-learning 

  

Extensions and Special Consideration    

Extensions:   

• Extensions are available for unforeseen circumstances of a short-term nature.   

• Applications must be submitted to the school at least one working day before the due date of the assessment.   

• Extensions can be approved for up to 7 days past the due date for an assessment. (Where students need an extension exceeding 7 days, they must instead apply for special consideration.)   

 

Special Consideration:   

• An application for special consideration is made in advance of an assessment wherever possible, but will normally be accepted within five working days after the assessment date. For more information, see the Special Consideration page of the RMIT website. 

Plagiarism: 

Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University. 

Please Refer: www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism. 

Other Information: 

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

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