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Local Area Networks

Structure Type: Study unit
Code: IITB7001
Type: Compulsory / Basic Studies
Curriculum: IT 2019
Level: Bachelor of Engineering
Year of Study: 1 (2019-2020)
Semester: Spring
Credits: 5 cr
Responsible Teacher: Gao, Chao
Language of Instruction: English

Courses During the Academic Year 2019-2020

Impl.Group(s)Study TimeTeacher(s)LanguageEnrolment
4I-IT-1N2020-01-07 – 2020-03-31Chao GaoEnglish2019-12-16 – 2020-01-14

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Learning Outcomes

On completion of the course, the student knows the fundamental networking concepts and technologies. Student is familiar with the two major models used to plan and implement networks: OSI and TCP/IP and gains an understanding of the layered and framed approach to networks. Student examines the TCP/IP layers in detail to understand their functions and services. The focus is on physical, data link (Ethernet) and network layers (IP). Student is familiar with local area network (LAN) devices and network addressing schemes, knows the structured cabling systems and architecture of LANs and is be able to design a small LAN. Student can troubleshoot networks with basic command line tools and Wireshark.

Student's Workload

135 h, which contains 70 h of scheduled contact studies.
The assessment of student’s own learning 1 h is included in contact lessons.

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

Digital Electronics.

Contents

Services of LAN. Digital transmission and performance testing of the twisted pair cable. Architecture of LAN; topologies, random access protocols, structured cabling system and active equipment. OSI and TCP/IP models and standards related to the models. Ethernet standard. TCP/IP network core services: name service, IP numbering and subnetwork masks, basics of routing and ARP. In addition basics of DHCP and NAT. Command line tools and Wireshark in troubleshooting.

Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools

Forouzan, B. A., Data communications and networking, New York, McGraw-Hill, 2013, 5th International edition. Hakala M., Vainio M., Tietoverkon rakentaminen, Docendo, 2005. Granlund Kaj, Tietoliikenne, Docendo, 2007. Material delivered by the teacher.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Lectures, assignments, laboratory exercises.

Assessment Criteria

Grade 5: The student will understand most of the concepts discussed, will be able to apply them and is able to design, implement and test a small LAN with versatile services and is capable of demanding troubleshooting.
Grade 3: The student understands the concepts discussed in considerable part, will be able to apply them and is able to design, implement and test a small local area network with fundamental services, and is capable of troubleshooting.
Grade 1: The student understands the basic concepts of the subject treated, will be able to apply them and is able to implement and test a small local area network and is capable of simple troubleshooting.

Assessment Methods

Homework exercises, assignments, laboratory exercises, an examination.


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