Computer Networking and Network Security

This specialised micro-credential readies learners in computer networking theory and practice, and real-world secure enterprise network design and implementation.

Course Overview

Domain

Infocomm Technology

Format

Micro‑credential Course

Duration

3+ months

Fee Subsidy

Up to 90% SF Funding

This specialised micro-credential prepares learners towards a career as a network engineer. Learn the fundamentals of computer networking, dive into hands-on attacks and defences of real computer networks, and gain the knowledge and skills to design and implement real-world secure enterprise networks.

In this course, you will learn about the networking stack and protocols implemented in real-world computer networks such as the Internet. You will be introduced to the design of scalable enterprise networks, and acquire competencies to configure network devices and implement them.

Given that computer networks are increasingly under attack, you will also examine commonly known attacks over computer networks, and – based on industry best practices – practise configuring security measures on the network devices to mitigate these attacks. In addition, you will learn to implement access control and network security monitoring commonly required in a real-world secure enterprise network. 

Integrating online and in-person delivery, the micro-credential aligns and prepares you for the Cisco Certificate Network Associate (CCNA) certification, and offers various learning activities such as online Packet Tracer network emulator, discussion forums, and in-person laboratory sessions using real network devices with consultations.

This micro-credential is part of the CSM Pathway in Applied Computing.

Programme Partner

Who Should Attend

The micro-credential prepares learners for the following job roles:

Network Engineer
Network-related job functions

Assumed Prior Knowledge

Though not essential, it would be useful for the learner to have at least one year of experience in implementing and managing solutions from any leading network vendor.

What You Will Learn

This micro-credential is predominantly delivered through a competency-based education (CBE) approach where learners acquire and demonstrate mastery of knowledge and skills that are directly relevant to job functions. This prepares them to be industry-ready where they can apply their newly acquired competencies to their work.

List of Competency Units

Code	Competency Unit Title	Credits
ICT2501C	Computer Networking	9
ICT2502C	Network Security	9

The above are competency units that constitute this micro-credential. Upon completion of the micro-credential, you will be able to:

Explain the services of the different layers of network models and the operations of the corresponding network protocols at these layers
Demonstrate real-world attacks over computer networks and configure suitable defences on network devices to mitigate the attacks
Design and implement scalable and secure enterprise networks in practice

Coaching for Success

During the course, you will have access to a team of qualified success coaches who can work with you on learning strategies or to develop a personalised learning plan. Through the success coaches, you can gain access to a wide range of resources and support services, and be empowered with the necessary tools to navigate your learning journey successfully.

Teaching Team

Wing Keong Woo

Senior Lecturer, Infocomm Technology, Singapore Institute of Technology

Purnima Murali Mohan

Assistant Professor, Infocomm Technology, Singapore Institute of Technology

Nalam Venkata Abhishek

Assistant Professor, Infocomm Technology, Singapore Institute of Technology

Schedule

Week	Learning Activity	Delivery and Time
1	Micro-credential briefing and network laboratory orientation	In-person 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
1 – 11	Self-directed learning and discussion forum	Asynchronous Online
2 – 7, 9 – 11	Laboratory sessions with consultations (optional, but it's encouraged to attend some sessions and to book in advance)	In-person 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
4, 7 & 10	In-class assessments	In-person 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
8	Assignment laboratory demonstration	In-person Time TBC
12	Practical examination	In-person 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Certificate and Assessment

A Specialist Certificate in Computer Networking and Network Security will be issued to learners who:

Attend at least 75% of the course and
Undertake and pass all credit bearing assessments

Assessment Plan

The learner will undertake a combination of in-class assessments, assignments with both written report submission and lab demonstration on network racks, and a final practical examination.

Fee Structure

The full fee for this course is S$9,868.86.

Category	After SF Funding
Singapore Citizen (Below 40)	S$2,960.66
Singapore Citizen (40 & Above)	S$1,149.86
Singapore PR / LTVP+ Holder	S$2,960.66
Non-Singapore Citizen	S$9,868.86 (No Funding)

Note:

A one-time, non-refundable matriculation fee of $54.50 will be collected before course commencement.
All fees above include GST. GST applies to individuals and Singapore-registered companies.
Should you decide to convert to the degree pathway, you will be subject to SIT’s tuition fees and may qualify for the Ministry of Education (MOE) tuition grant, based on eligibility criteria set by MOE. Please note that the SkillsFuture subsidy will no longer be applicable once you convert to the degree pathway.

Funding

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