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      Module : Computer Networks

      Credits: 5
      Coefficient: 3

      Course Objectives

      This course aims to provide students with the essential concepts needed for a solid understanding of computer networks.

      Students should be able to:

      • Explain what a network is and what it consists of;
      • Understand how computers communicate with each other;
      • Describe different types of transmission media;
      • Identify various network topologies;
      • Study in detail the five layers of the Internet model.

      It also aims to:

      • Enable students to understand how a network operates, plan its installation, and use it effectively;
      • Familiarize students with the different layers involved in network implementation;
      • Introduce students to the main communication and routing protocols;
      • Familiarize students with the main components of a computer network;
      • Enable students to use basic network services within a program.

      Recommended Prerequisites

      • Computer architecture
      • Computer components and systems

      Course Content

      Chapter I: Introduction to Networks
      Chapter II: Physical Layer
      Chapter III: Data Link Layer
      Chapter IV: Network Layer

      Practical Work

      • Lab 1: Basic network configuration
      • Lab 2: Network programming (Sockets)
      • Lab 3: Routing
      • Lab 4: Protocol analyzer

      Assessment Method

      • Exam: 60%
      • Continuous assessment: 40%

      References

      • Behrouz A. Forouzan, S. C. Fegan, Data Communications and Computer Networks, 2007.
      • Andrew S. Tanenbaum, Computer Networks (4th Edition), Prentice Hall, 2003.

  • Chapter I: Introduction to Networks

  • Chapter II: Physical Layer

  • Chapter III: Data Link Layer

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