This subject introduces students to computer systems networking. It covers basic networking technologies, Ethernet fundamentals, ISO OSI model, routing, switching and subnetting, the Internet architecture, networking protocols including TCP/IP, important OSI layer 2 and 3 networking device fundamentals, basic network management and security issues. This subject is also the first of three units, which will prepare students for industry based networking certification (CCNA). Students in this advanced subject will be required to undertake individual assessment activities demonstrating a high level of technical and applied theoretical competency.