Data Communications and Computer Networks

Course Code:

CSE 471

Course Period:

Autumn

Course Type:

Core

Credits:

4

Theoric:

3

Practice:

0

Laboratory Hour:

2

ECTS:

8

Prerequisite Courses:

Signals and Systems

Course Language:

English

Course Objectives:

The aim of this course is to provide students with the latest Internet technologies knowledge and abilities to design and implement client and server side web programs using modern development environments.

Course Content:

This course introduces students to data transmission basics, multiplexing, analog and digital transmission, transmission media, computer communications architecture, data communications networks, ISO OSI reference model, switching techniques, LAN protocols, data link layer, framing, flow control, error control, sliding window protocols. Network layer services and protocols, routing, internetworking, transport services, TCP/IP protocol suite, presentation and application layers.

Course Methodology:

Öğretim Yöntemleri: 1: Anlatım, 2: Soru-Cevap, 3: Lab, 4: Örnek vaka incelemesi

Course Evaluation Methods:

Ölçme Yöntemleri: A: Sınav , B: Deney, C: Ödev, D: Proje

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Course Learning Outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes	Program Learning Outcomes	Teaching Methods	Assessment Methods
1) Basic knowledge of networking components; ability to identify and compare modern networking structures based on their speed, medium type and topology	1,6	1,2	A,C,D
2) Ability to identify and decribe urban area access network topologies (PPP, dial-up, xDSL, Cable). Also understanding of protocols, client/server model, Application layer services (telnet, FTP, DNS, HTTP, SMTP).	3,4,6	1,2,3	A,B,C,D
3) Ability to understand, analize and derive solutions for Transport layer services – Reliable and Non-reliable Data Transfer, TCP and UDP protocols.	1,6	1,2,3	A,B
4) Ability to analize and implement new IP/Network solutions using IP protocol foundations, IP addressing, routing and forwarding knowledge from the Netoworking layer.	1,6	1,2,3	B,D
5) Knowledge and ability to identify and compare Data Link Layer services, Ethernet, Token Rings, error detection and correction techniques and ARP.	1,6	1,2,3	A,B,D
6) Knowledge and ability to implement network applications using various computer programming languages and modern application development techniques.	3,4,6	1,2,3	B,D

Teaching Methods:	1: Lecture, 2: Question-Answer, 3: Lab, 4: Case-study
Assessment Methods:	A: Testing, B: Experiment, C: Homework, D: Project

Course Flow

COURSE CONTENT
Week	Topics	Study Materials
1	INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER NETWORKS	Textbook
2	APPLICATION LAYER	Textbook
3	APPLICATION LAYER: PROTOCOLS	Textbook
4	TRANSPORT LAYER: TRANSPORT SERVICES	Textbook
5	TRANSPORT LAYER: RELIABLE DATA TRANSFER	Textbook
6	TRANSPORT LAYER: TRANSPORT PROTOCOLS	Textbook
7	MIDTERM EXAM I	Textbook
8	NETWORK LAYER: ADDRESSING	Textbook
9	NETWORK LAYER: ROUTING & FORWARDING	Textbook
10	DATA LINK LAYER: SERVICES	Textbook
11	DATA LINK LAYER: ERROR CHECKING AND CORRECTION	Textbook
12	DATA LINK LAYER: MAC	Textbook
13	MIDTERM EXAM II	Textbook
14	PHYSICAL LAYER	Textbook

Recommended Sources

RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Textbook	Lecture Notes: http://coadsys.yeditepe.edu.tr Lab material: http://coadsys.yeditepe.edu.tr
Additional Resources	COMPUTER NETWORKİNG, BY J. F. KUROSE & K.W. ROSS (6TH EDITION) COMPUTER NETWORKS, BY ANDREW S. TANENBAUM (5TH EDITION)

Material Sharing

MATERIAL SHARING
Documents	http://coadsys.yeditepe.edu.tr
Assignments	http://coadsys.yeditepe.edu.tr
Exams

Assessment

ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES	NUMBER	PERCENTAGE
Mid-terms	2	47
Assignment	5	15
Lab Work	14	15
Term Project	1	23
Total		100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE		35
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE		65
Total		100

Course’s Contribution to Program

COURSE’S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No	Program Learning Outcomes	Contribution
No	Program Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
1	Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.					X
2	Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3	Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.					X
4	Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.					X
5	Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
6	Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.					X
7	Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language.
8	Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
9	Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility.
10	Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11	Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

ECTS

ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities	Quantity	Duration (Hour)	Total Workload (Hour)
Course Duration (Excluding the exam weeks: 12x Total course hours)	12	5	60
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice)	14	4	56
Midterm examination	2	1,5	3
Homework	5	4	20
Project	1	60	60
Final examination	1	1,5	1,5
Total Work Load			200,5
Total Work Load / 25 (h)			8,02
ECTS Credit of the Course			8

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