At the end of this course, the students; 1) Knows computer network concepts and classes. 2) Learns the basic principles of communication between networks. 3) Explains the network layers and their functions. 4) Knows the protocols in the network layers, their properties and how they work. 5) Knows the physical infrastructures used in the network. 6) Analyzes the problems that arise in the network and seeks solutions.
MODE OF DELIVERY
Face to face
PRE-REQUISITES OF THE COURSE
No
RECOMMENDED OPTIONAL PROGRAMME COMPONENT
None
COURSE DEFINITION
5 layer internet network model. Basic network classifications. HTTP, SMTP, FTP, DNS application layer protocols, TCP and UDP, Secure data transfer. Basic network routing algorithms and protocols, RIP, OSPF, BGP. IP version 4 and 6. Mobile IP. Basic shared media protocols at Data Link layer, MAC addressing. Aloha and Ethernet, 802.11 radio communication. Switch, hub and bridge applications and network topologies.
COURSE CONTENTS
WEEK
TOPICS
1st Week
1. Hafta Access to computer networks and the Internet
2nd Week
2. Hafta Application layer, http, FTP
3rd Week
3. Hafta SMTP, DNS
4th Week
4. Hafta Transmission layer basics
5th Week
5. Hafta TCP
6th Week
6. Hafta Congestion control basics and congestion control in TCP
7th Week
7. Hafta Network layer and routing
8th Week
8. Hafta MIDTERM
9th Week
9. Hafta Internet Protocol, IP
10th Week
10. Hafta Internet Protocol, IP
11th Week
11. Hafta Routing on the Internet
12th Week
12. Hafta Link layer, error detection correction
13th Week
13. Hafta Multiple access protocols
14th Week
14. Hafta Local area networks and Ethernet
RECOMENDED OR REQUIRED READING
J. F. Kurose, K. W. Ross "Computer Networking", 5. Ed., Addison Wesley, 2010.
PLANNED LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS
Lecture,Questions/Answers,Practice
ASSESSMENT METHODS AND CRITERIA
Quantity
Percentage(%)
Mid-term
1
30
Quiz
5
10
Practice
5
10
Total(%)
50
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%)
50
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%)
50
Total(%)
100
ECTS WORKLOAD
Activities
Number
Hours
Workload
Midterm exam
1
2
2
Preparation for Quiz
2
4
8
Individual or group work
14
3
42
Preparation for Final exam
1
12
12
Course hours
14
4
56
Preparation for Midterm exam
1
12
12
Laboratory (including preparation)
0
0
0
Final exam
1
2
2
Homework
2
8
16
Total Workload
150
Total Workload / 30
5
ECTS Credits of the Course
5
LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION
English
WORK PLACEMENT(S)
No
KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES (KLO) / MATRIX OF LEARNING OUTCOMES (LO)
