BN232 - Advanced Network Programming

Credit Points: 15 credit points

Workload: 48 hours

Prerequisite: BN111 Programming Fundamentals

Co-requisite: N/A

Aims & Objectives

This is a fourth trimester core unit out of a total of 24 units in the Bachelor of Networking with Major in Software Engineering (BNet (SE)). This unit addresses the BNet (SE) learning outcomes and complements other courses in a related field by developing students’ knowledge and skills in advanced network programming. For further course information refer to: http://www.mit.edu.au/study-with-us/programs/bachelor-networking. This unit is part of the AQF Level 7 (BNet) course.
This unit introduces students to advanced network programming skills and knowledge required for software-driven network automation and integration. The students will be exposed to a suite of Internet (including socket, HTTP, email, FTP, and CGI) programming for network device coordination and integration. The students will be able to apply their skills and knowledge in advanced network programming in software-driven business automation and integration.
Topics:
This unit will cover the following topics:

  • Software-driven network automation and integration
  • Programming for network coordination and integration
  • Low-Level network device interactions – software engineering approaches
  • Sockets, IPv4, and simple Client/Server programming
  • HTTP, Email, FTP, and CGI programming
  • Programming in cloud networks
     

Learning Outcomes

4.1 Course Learning Outcomes
The Course learning outcomes applicable to this unit are listed on the Melbourne Institute of Technology’s website: www.mit.edu.au 
4.2 Unit Learning Outcomes
At the completion of this unit students should be able to:
a.    Demonstrate the knowledge and skills of software development in network integration and automation.
b.    Search, select and apply appropriate software tools and platforms in enabling device interaction, integration, and management.
c.    Design and develop an appropriate software solution to control and manage complex computing networks.
d.    Implement and troubleshoot software solution in a contemporary advanced computing network environment.
e.    Communicate and recommend software-driven network solution to both technical and business communities with other team members in a collaborative manner.
 

Weekly Topics

The following table lists the topics and other activities in the unit week-by-week during the trimester. It is a guide only and there may be variations in order to accommodate any special needs of the class, public holidays or other circumstances.

Week Topic
1 Introduction to software-driven computer network
2 Programming for computer network interaction and integration
3 Programming for computer network management and automation
4 Low-Level network device interactions – software engineering approaches
5 The Programming in network automation framework part 1
6 The Programming in network automation framework part 2
7 Programming in sockets and client/server infrastructure
8 Programming in HTTP, email, FTP, and CGI part 1
9 Programming in HTTPs, secure-email, sFTP, and CGI part 2
10 Programming for cloud networking
11 Programming for secured networks
12 Future of software driven network applications

Assessment

Assessment Task Due Date A B Learning Outcomes Assessed
Formative Assignment 1 Week 3 (10/04/2022) 5% - a-c
In-Class Test Week 7 (05/05/2022) - 10%  
Assignment 2 Week 11 (03/06/2022) 30% - a-e
Laboratory participation & submissions Week 2 – 11 10% - a-e
Final Examination (2 hours) End of trimester - 45% a-e
TOTALS   45% 55%  

Task Type: Type A: unsupervised, Type B: supervised.


Class Participation and Contribution
This unit has class participation and student contribution as an assessment. The assessment task and marking rubric will follow the Guidelines on Assessing Class Participation (https://www.mit.edu.au/about-us/governance/institute-rules-policies-and-plans/policies-procedures-and-guidelines/Guidelines_on_Assessing_Class_Participation). Further details will be provided in the assessment specification on the type of assessment tasks and the marking rubrics.

Presentations (if applicable)
For presentations conducted in class, students are required to wear business attire.

Textbook and Reference Materials

Textbook: 

  •  Chou, Eric, and Whaley, Mandy. Mastering Python Networking: Your One-stop Solution to Using Python for Network Automation, Programmability, and DevOps, 3rd Edition. United Kingdom, Packt Publishing, 2020.

References:

  •  NA

Adopted Reference Style: IEEE
 

Graduate Attributes

MIT is committed to ensure the course is current, practical and relevant so that graduates are “work ready” and equipped for life-long learning. In order to accomplish this, the MIT Graduate Attributes identify the required knowledge, skills and attributes that prepare students for the industry.
The level to which Graduate Attributes covered in this unit are as follows:

Ability to communicate Independent and Lifelong Learning Ethics Analytical and Problem Solving Cultural and Global Awareness Team work Specialist knowledge of a field of study

Legend

Levels of attainment Extent covered
The attribute is covered by theory and practice, and addressed by assessed activities in which the students always play an active role, e.g. workshops, lab submissions, assignments, demonstrations, tests, examinations.
The attribute is covered by theory or practice, and addressed by assessed activities in which the students mostly play an active role, e.g. discussions, reading, intepreting documents, tests, examinations.
The attribute is discussed in theory or practice; it is addressed by assessed activities in which the students may play an active role, e.g. lectures and discussions, reading, interpretation, workshops, presentations.
The attribute is presented as a side issue in theory or practice; it is not specifically assessed, but it is addressed by activities such as lectures or tutorials.
The attribute is not considered, there is no theory or practice or activities associated with this attribute.