Course - Interconnected Networks and Network Security - DCST2001
Interconnected Networks and Network Security
About
About the course
Course content
The course deals with a number of topics for connecting networks and network security. This includes the following areas:
- Static and dynamic route protocols
- Network-related threats and mitigation
- Access control, ACL
- Wireless networks
- WAN technologies, VPN and remote access
- Quality of service, QoS
- Network monitoring
- Network virtualisation
Learning outcome
Knowledge:
- K1: The candidate is familiar with basic principles and central technologies related to interconnection of networks, both locally and over larger geographical distances.
- K2: The candidate is familiar with the networks' role regarding information security.
- K3: The candidate is familiar with various threats against modern networks, and how to reduce the risk these threats impose.
Skills:
- F1: The candidate can design and install secure computer networks with basis in a distributed organization's needs.
- F2: The candidate can analyze various security solutions, and evaluate these in regard to the services the network should provide.
General competence:
- G1: The candidate is familiar with the risks an organization faces, and how these are affected by various strategies used to secure the network.
- G2: The candidate is able to participate in cross-disciplinary discussions and communicate important concepts regarding network security.
Learning methods and activities
- Lectures
- Lab work in groups. The exercises are carried out on physical network equipment.
- Mandatory assignments
Compulsory assignments
- Obligatoriske øvinger og labøvinger
Further on evaluation
- A set of compulsory assignments must be approved before the candidate can sit for the exam.
- Re-sit exam in August. Re-sit exam can be conducted orally.
The exam is given only in English, but can be answered in either Norwegian or English.
About the compulsory assignments: They include a set of module exams completed on Cisco's learning platform NetAcad and/or a set of assignments completed using, for example, Cisco’s Packet Tracer. More information about the mandatory activities is published on the subject's Blackboard page throughout the semester. Examples of previously used tasks include:
- Design and configuration of networks, including dynamic routing, VLAN, various types of network security mechanisms, access control lists, etc.
- Configuration of VPN technology to connect local networks over larger geographical distances
- Setup and use of network management and monitoring solutions for networks and network devices
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Digital Infrastructure and Cyber Security (BDIGSEC)
Recommended previous knowledge
DCST1006 Data communication and network or equivalent
Course materials
- Learning materials from Cisco NetAcademy
- Articles and presentations from lectures
- Recommended Orientation: Kurose, J. and Ross, K.W., "Computer Networking: A Top-Down Approach", Pearson
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| DCSG2001 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2019 |
| IDRI3002 | 5 sp | Autumn 2020 |
Subject areas
- Computer Science
Contact information
Course coordinator
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Information Security and Communication Technology
Examination
Examination
Ordinary examination - Autumn 2025
School exam
The specified room can be changed and the final location will be ready no later than 3 days before the exam. You can find your room location on Studentweb.