CNCO2000

CNCO2000: Computer Communications

Science and Engineering

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3.0

★★★☆☆Based on 1 reviews

Workload8.0/10

Avg Grade90%

Take Again0%

Had an Exam0%

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About this Unit

This unit is an introduction to computer communications and networks technology. It covers fundamental knowledge on the design and implementation of networks and network protocols. The content of the unit covers the introduction to computer communications, physical layer, data link layer I, data link layer II, network layer I, network layer II, transport Layer I, transport layer II, application layer I, application layer II and security.

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Unit Details

Credits25

Contact Hours5 Weekly

Result TypeGrade/Mark

AreaSchool of Electrical Engineering, Computing and Mathematical Sciences (EECMS) (1153)

Field of Education020113 Networks and Communications

Handbook View Official Handbook Page →

Tuition Pattern

Lecture1 x 2 hours weekly
Tutorial1 x 2 hours weekly
Computer Laboratory1 x 1 hour weekly

Prerequisites

PrerequisitesSelect One

COMP1000v1Unix and C Programming

Student Reviews

Verified Curtin Student Semester 1, 2025 • Aug 2026

★★★☆☆

Very dry unit. Focuses on networking purely. Practical's in Packet Tracer (worst software ever). The weekly practicals are very boring. Tests have single A4 sheet of notes, very theory heavy content. Would not take again.