At the end of this course, the students; 1) Learn the concepts of data communication, networks, protocols and standards. 2) Express the communication requirements of computers/computer networks by using different network topologies and protocols 3) Explain basic knowledge of the data communication devices/equipment, their functions and usage 4) Define the running principles of widely used applications in Internet. 5) Describe OSI layered architecture for computer networks. Identify the functions of TCP/IP and the matching with OSI layers.
MODE OF DELIVERY
Face to face
PRE-REQUISITES OF THE COURSE
No
RECOMMENDED OPTIONAL PROGRAMME COMPONENT
COURSE DEFINITION
COURSE CONTENTS
WEEK
TOPICS
1st Week
Introduction to computer networks. What is the Internet?
2nd Week
The definition of network (Network) layers and their working principles
3rd Week
Application layer: HTTP, FTP
4th Week
Application layer: e-mail, SMTP, DNS, P2P applications on the Internet
5th Week
Transport layer: TCP protocol
6th Week
Transport layer: UDP protocol
7th Week
Transport layer: Congestion control principles, TCP congestion control
8th Week
Midterm Exam
9th Week
Network layer: Virtual circuit and datagram networks, router
10th Week
Network layer: Internet Protocol (IP), IPv4, IPv6, IP Security
11th Week
Link layer: Error detection / correction, Multiple access links
12th Week
Link layer: Multiple access links and protocols, Switched local area networks
13th Week
Wireless network features. WiFi, Bluetooth, WiMAX
14th Week
Wireless network: 802.11MAC protocol and frame structure.
RECOMENDED OR REQUIRED READING
Bilgisayar Ağları / Herkes İçin? Jim Kurose, Keith Ross Alfa Yayınları "Computer Networking, A Top Down Approach Featuring The Internet", James F. Kurose, Keith W. Ross, Addison Software Engineering: A Practitioners? Approach, Roger S. Pressman, McGraw Hill Publishing Co.; 7th Ed edition (2009), ISBN: 9780071267823
PLANNED LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS
Lecture,Discussion,Problem Solving
ASSESSMENT METHODS AND CRITERIA
Quantity
Percentage(%)
Mid-term
1
35
Quiz
2
10
Total(%)
45
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%)
45
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%)
55
Total(%)
100
ECTS WORKLOAD
Activities
Number
Hours
Workload
Midterm exam
1
2
2
Preparation for Quiz
2
6
12
Individual or group work
14
2
28
Preparation for Final exam
1
30
30
Course hours
14
3
42
Preparation for Midterm exam
1
25
25
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam
1
2
2
Homework
Quiz
2
,5
1
Total Workload
142
Total Workload / 30
4,73
ECTS Credits of the Course
5
LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION
Turkish
WORK PLACEMENT(S)
No
KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES (KLO) / MATRIX OF LEARNING OUTCOMES (LO)
