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Basics of Computer Networks

Structure Type: Study unit
Code: ITTP0302
Type: Compulsory / Basic Studies
Curriculum: I-TT 2011
Level: Bachelor of Engineering
Year of Study: 1 (2011-2012)
Credits: 5 cr
Responsible Teacher: Virtanen, Antti
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Courses During the Academic Year 2011-2012

Impl.Group(s)Study TimeTeacher(s)LanguageEnrolment
2I-TT-1N2012-01-09 – 2012-04-27Antti VirtanenFinnish2011-12-07 – 2012-01-15

Learning Outcomes

The goal of this course is to introduce student to fundamental networking concepts and technologies. Student will be familiar with local area network (LAN) services, will master the structured cabling systems and architecture of LANs and will be able to design a LAN. Student will also master the basics of network models like OSI model and TCP/IP network services and protocols. The emphasis is on Local Area Networks.

Student's Workload

Total work load of the course: 135 h
- of which scheduled studies: 70 h
- of which autonomous studies: 65 h

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

ITTP0102 Computer as a Study Tool, ITTP0103 PC Assembly and Upgrading.

Contents

Local Area Network (LAN) services. Digital transmission. Structured cabling systems and architecture of LANs. Ethernet, network models and Internet. Basic services of TCP/IP networks.

Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools

Hakala M., Vainio M., Tietoverkon rakentaminen, Docendo, 2005
Granlund Kaj, Tietoliikenne, Docendo, 2007.
Forouzan, B. A., Data communications and networking, New York, McGraw-Hill, 2007, 4th International edition.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Lectures, assignments and laboratory exercises.

Assessment Criteria

1 = Student is familiar with local area network (LAN) services, the structured cabling systems and architecture of LANs and TCP/IP network services and protocols.
3 = Student masters local area network (LAN) services, the structured cabling systems and architecture of LANs and TCP/IP network services and protocols.
5 = In addition student is able to design a LAN.

Assessment Methods

Assignments, laboratory exercises and examination. Numerical grading.


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