COURSE INTRODUCTION AND APPLICATION INFORMATION


Course Name
Computer Networks
Code
Semester
Theory
(hour/week)
Application/Lab
(hour/week)
Local Credits
ECTS
CE 326
Spring
2
2
3
6
Prerequisites
 SE 116To succeed (To get a grade of at least DD)
Course Language
English
Course Type
Required
Course Level
First Cycle
Mode of Delivery -
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course Discussion
Problem Solving
Q&A
Application: Experiment / Laboratory / Workshop
Lecture / Presentation
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
Assistant(s)
Course Objectives The goal of this course is to familiarize students with the concepts of data communication, computer networks, and Internetworking. At the end of this course, students will be able to understand the principles of computer networking, including protocol features, protocol layering, addressing, routing, and basic network security issues. Students will be able to enumerate the architectural structures of the ISO/OSI and TCP/IP and explain functions of each layer. TCP/IP layers and their network traffic will be analyzed using dedicated tools such as TCPDUMP and Wireshark. Client-server programs will be developed by using Java socket library.
Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • define the structures and functionalities of network protocols,
  • describe the structures and functionalities of the data link and MAC layers,
  • discuss the concept of network layer and the design of local area networks (LAN),
  • express the working principles of the transport layer protocols (TCP and UDP),
  • monitor the network traffic using packet analysis tools such as Wireshark and TCPDUMP,
  • implement client-server applications using Java socket programming library.
Course Description Alongside each layer and protocols of computer networks, the following topics will also be discussed: OSI model of network; MAC protocol; TCP and UDP protocols; error control, detection and correction; IPv4; routing; socket programming; network security.
Related Sustainable Development Goals

 



Course Category

Core Courses
X
Major Area Courses
Supportive Courses
Media and Managment Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

 

WEEKLY SUBJECTS AND RELATED PREPARATION STUDIES

Week Subjects Required Materials
1 Introduction to Computer Networks: Tools, techniques and methodologies used in analyzing and implementing computer networks Computer Networking, J. F. Kurose & K.W. Ross: Chapter 1, pages 31-108
2 Application Layer: Socket programming, Connection-oriented and Connectionless client-server programming Computer Networking, J. F. Kurose & K.W. Ross: Chapter 2, pages 111-208
3 Transport Layer: Connection-oriented and Connectionless networking. TCP and UDP protocols Computer Networking, J. F. Kurose & K.W. Ross: Chapter 3, pages 211-331
4 Network Layer: IPv4 Addressing, Dynamic Addressing BOOTP, DHCP Computer Networking, J. F. Kurose & K.W. Ross: Chapter 4, pages 333-405
5 Network Layer: Subnetworking, ICMP, NAT Computer Networking, J. F. Kurose & K.W. Ross: Chapter 4, pages 333-405
6 Network Layer: Routing Information Exchange, Routing Algorithms Computer Networking, J. F. Kurose & K.W. Ross: Chapter 5, pages 407-476
7 Lecture Review I
8 Midterm Exam I
9 Data Link Layer: Link-Layer Addressing, ARP, RARP Computer Networking, J. F. Kurose & K.W. Ross: Chapter 6, pages 479-558
10 Data Link Layer: Multiple Access Protocols Computer Networking, J. F. Kurose & K.W. Ross: Chapter 6, pages 479-558
11 Data Link Layer: Error Detection and Correction Computer Networking, J. F. Kurose & K.W. Ross: Chapter 6, pages 479-558
12 Lecture Review II
13 Midterm Exam II
14 Wireless and Mobile Networks Computer Networking, J. F. Kurose & K.W. Ross: Chapter 7, pages 561-633
15 Semester Review
16 Final Exam
Course Notes/Textbooks

Computer Networking: A Top Down Approach, 8th Edition, 2020. James Kurose, Keith Ross © | Pearson | ISBN-13: 9780136681557

Suggested Readings/Materials

Computer Networks, 4th Edition, 2003. Andrew Tanenbaum © | Prentice Hall | ISBN: 0130384887

Computer Networks And Internets, 5th Edition, 2009. | Prentice Hall | ISBN 0136061273.

 

EVALUATION SYSTEM

Semester Activities Number Weigthing
Participation
Laboratory / Application
1
10
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
Presentation / Jury
Project
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exam
Midterm
2
50
Final Exam
1
40
Total

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade
3
60
Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade
1
40
Total

ECTS / WORKLOAD TABLE

Semester Activities Number Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
2
32
Laboratory / Application Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
2
Study Hours Out of Class
14
3
42
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
Presentation / Jury
Project
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exam
Midterms
2
20
Final Exams
1
34
    Total
180

 

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS RELATIONSHIP

#
Program Competencies/Outcomes
* Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1

To have adequate knowledge in Mathematics, Science and Computer Engineering; to be able to use theoretical and applied information in these areas on complex engineering problems.

2

To be able to identify, define, formulate, and solve complex Computer Engineering problems; to be able to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.

X
3

To be able to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the requirements; to be able to apply modern design methods for this purpose.

X
4

To be able to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for analysis and solution of complex problems in Computer Engineering applications; to be able to use information technologies effectively.

X
5

To be able to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or Computer Engineering research topics.

X
6

To be able to work efficiently in Computer Engineering disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; to be able to work individually.

7

To be able to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; to be able to author and comprehend written reports, to be able to prepare design and implementation reports, to present effectively, to be able to give and receive clear and comprehensible instructions.

8

To have knowledge about global and social impact of Computer Engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; to have knowledge about contemporary issues as they pertain to engineering; to be aware of the legal ramifications of Computer Engineering solutions.

9

To be aware of ethical behavior, professional and ethical responsibility; to have knowledge about standards utilized in engineering applications.

10

To have knowledge about industrial practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; to have awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; to have knowledge about sustainable development.

11

To be able to collect data in the area of Computer Engineering, and to be able to communicate with colleagues in a foreign language. ("European Language Portfolio Global Scale", Level B1)

12

To be able to speak a second foreign language at a medium level of fluency efficiently.

13

To recognize the need for lifelong learning; to be able to access information, to be able to stay current with developments in science and technology; to be able to relate the knowledge accumulated throughout the human history to Computer Engineering.

*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest