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Master of Network Management and Security

Course Code: M1142

This degree provides students with the necessary skills to plan, design, construct, manage and troubleshoot complex integrated voice and data networks.  An emphasis is placed on achieving designs that are both scalable and secure. Topics explored within the degree include network switching, advanced routing, wide area networks, wireless networks and the management and security of both computer systems and the network infrastructure.  Students are also able to pursue a number of valuable network and security related industry certifications.

Level:Master - Coursework
Qualification:Master of Network Management and Security (MNetManSecur)
Duration:2 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Availability: Murdoch campus (internal)
Employment Prospects:Professional communications network designers and troubleshooters in secure voice and data networks.
Special Requirements:All students are required to have Internet access.
Professional Recognition:Students will have sufficient preparation to attempt the following certification exams: Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA); Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA); Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP); MCNS (Managing Cisco Network Security); and CSPFA (Cisco Secure PIX Firewall Advanced). Graduates of this course are eligible for membership of the Australian Computer Society at the Professional Level.

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