Computer Networks
Program Overview
About the Course
The Computer Networks course is a stackable certificate program that provides an introductory graduate-level education in computer networking. It covers core concepts and major design and implementation techniques for large-scale computer networks at the application, transport, and network layers.
Course Objectives
- Introduction to Computer networks (Nuts and bolts description, Network edge, core, delay, loss, throughput, networking protocols)
- Application layer (Web, HTTP, FTP, Email, Internet, DNS, P2P, Socket programming)
- Transport layer (UDP, TCP)
- Network layer (IP, routing algorithms, Broadcast, multicast)
Course Description
This course is part of the Modular Master in Cybersecurity program and can be taken as a standalone module or as part of the Graduate Certificate in Systems and Networking Security stack. Participants will earn 12 subject credits, which can also be used towards completing the Modular Master in Cybersecurity.
Target Audiences
- Current industry professionals such as Systems Analysts/Security Consultants, Network Architects, Systems Engineers/Managers/Architects, IT Directors/Manager, Directors of Security, Chief Information Security Officers
- Newcomers or mid-career switchers who want to acquire the skills and knowledge to enter the field of cybersecurity
Course Structure
The course structure includes:
- Homework
- Projects
- Midterm examinations
- Examinations
Entry Requirements
- O-Level Mathematics
- Generic Skills Competency (GSC) for Digital Literacy at Intermediate Level: Use available software features to create and edit documents, customize templates and reports, and evaluate online information
- Programming knowledge in Python will be particularly useful
Financial Matters
Course Fees
The full course fee is S$5,886.00, which includes GST and excludes supplementary fees.
Fee Breakdown
| Course Fee | S$5,400.00 |
|---|---|
| GST (9%) | S$486.00 |
| Course Fee Payable | S$5,886.00 |
Enhanced Training Support for SMEs
The course fee payable is S$685.80.
Fee Breakdown for Enhanced Training Support for SMEs
| Course Fee | S$5,400.00 |
|---|---|
| Baseline SkillsFuture Funding Grant | S$(3,780.00) |
| Nett Course Fee | S$1,620.00 |
| GST (9%) | S$145.80 |
| Enhanced Training Support for SMEs Subsidy | S$(1,080.00) |
| Course Fee Payable | S$685.80 |
Singapore Citizens Aged 40 and Above
The course fee payable is S$685.80.
Fee Breakdown for Singapore Citizens Aged 40 and Above
| Course Fee | S$5,400.00 |
|---|---|
| Baseline SkillsFuture Funding Grant | S$(3,780.00) |
| Nett Course Fee | S$1,620.00 |
| GST (9%) | S$145.80 |
| Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy | S$(1,080.00) |
| Course Fee Payable | S$685.80 |
Singapore Citizens Aged 39 or Younger
The course fee payable is S$1,765.80.
Fee Breakdown for Singapore Citizens Aged 39 or Younger
| Course Fee | S$5,400.00 |
|---|---|
| Baseline SkillsFuture Funding Grant | S$(3,780.00) |
| Nett Course Fee | S$1,620.00 |
| GST (9%) | S$145.80 |
| Course Fee Payable | S$1,765.80 |
Singapore Permanent Residents (SPR)
The course fee payable is S$1,765.80.
Fee Breakdown for Singapore Permanent Residents (SPR)
| Course Fee | S$5,400.00 |
|---|---|
| Baseline SkillsFuture Funding Grant | S$(3,780.00) |
| Nett Course Fee | S$1,620.00 |
| GST (9%) | S$145.80 |
| Course Fee Payable | S$1,765.80 |