
Inspires curiosity and a thirst for knowledge.
Inspires students to love their studies.
Creates a safe space for learning and growth.
A master at fostering understanding.
Always approachable and easy to talk to.
Nathan Simpson is a Lecturer in Networking at Adelaide University, serving in the School of Computer Science and Information Technology within the College of Engineering and Information Technology. He holds a Bachelor of Information Technology degree from the University of South Australia, which he completed between 2018 and 2022. Simpson assumed his current appointment as Lecturer: Networking in 2024, and he remains in this position ongoing. His work focuses on undergraduate teaching in information technology disciplines, particularly those related to networking, security, and systems administration.
Simpson's teaching contributions include a range of courses designed to build essential skills for students in programs such as the Bachelor of Information Technology majoring in Networking and Cyber Security. In 2024, he taught INFS 2051 Network Design Studio, INFS 3090 Security Foundations, INFT 1012 Network Fundamentals, INFT 5032 Network Infrastructure, INFO-3901 ICT Capstone Project 1, and INFO-3902 ICT Capstone Project 2. For 2025, his scheduled courses encompass INFS 3090 Security Foundations, INFT 1012 Network Fundamentals, INFT 3026 Systems Administration, and INFT 5032 Network Infrastructure. These courses cover critical areas including network design, security foundations, network fundamentals, network infrastructure, systems administration, and capstone projects integrating information and communications technology concepts. Through these offerings, Simpson supports the development of practical expertise among students at Adelaide University.
