Course detail

Hardware of Computer Networks

FEKT-BHWSAcad. year: 2017/2018

In the introductory part of this course, the principles of routing in packet networks are discussed. The key properties of the distance vector and link-state routing protocols are analyzed. Subsequently, the mechanisms ensuring the Quality-of-Service in data networks and possible implementations of these mechanisms in active network elements designed for wired and wireless data communication are discussed. Based on the hierarchical network division, the switching nodes operating on individual layers are described in more detail. The properties of switching nodes using time division multiplex and space channel division are given. The issue of inner blocking, output port competition, queue blocking, multicast transfer, and cell selection algorithms are discussed.

Language of instruction

Czech

Number of ECTS credits

5

Mode of study

Not applicable.

Guarantor

prof. Ing. Jaroslav Koton, Ph.D.

Department

Department of Telecommunications (UTKO)

Learning outcomes of the course unit

After completing the course, students will have the necessary knowledge and be able to describe the principles and inner architecture of active elements used in communication networks, to describe the control mechanisms and protocols, and be familiar with the basic setup and use of current network elements.

Prerequisites

Successful completion of the courses Data communication and Network Architecture is expected.

Co-requisites

Not applicable.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Techning methods include lectures, computer laboratories and practical laboratories. Course is taking advantage of e-learning (Moodle) system.

Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes

For work during the course, it is possible to get up to 100 points. Elaborating 10 protocols and passing one test, up to 30 points can be gained during the laboratory exercises. The course is finished by taking a written exam, for which up to 70 points can be obtained.

Course curriculum

1) Basics of addressing, introduction to routing
2) Routing protocols: RIP, OSPF
3) Inner architecture of routers
4) ATM technology – basic principles, ATM cell, service classes
5) Switching nodes - basic principles
6) Switching nodes - classification, basic types
7) Switching nodes – buffers
8) Switching nodes - frame selection algorithms
9) Switching nodes - detailed description of the most common architectures
10) Wireless local area networks - basic principles
11) Wireless local area networks - communication process
12) Wireless Personal Area Networks - WPAN and Wireless Metropolitan Area Networks – WMAN

Work placements

Not applicable.

Aims

The aim of the course is to make students familiar with components, inner principles of active elements and key communication protocols of wired and wireless networks.

Specification of controlled education, way of implementation and compensation for absences

Attendance at laboratory exercises is compulsory, justified absence in a laboratory exercise can be made up during the credit week after prior arrangement with the instructor.

Recommended optional programme components

Not applicable.

Prerequisites and corequisites

Not applicable.

Basic literature

KOTON, J. Aktivní prvky datových sítí pro integrovanou výuku VUT a VŠB- TUO. Brno: Vysoké učení technické v Brně, 2014. s. 1-94. ISBN: 978-80-214-5066- 0.
MOLNÁR, K. Hardware počítačových sítí, Skriptum VUT, 2012, ISBN 978-80-214-4449-2, 157 stran

Recommended reading

Not applicable.

Classification of course in study plans

  • Programme EECC Bc. Bachelor's

    branch B-TLI , 3 year of study, summer semester, elective specialised

  • Programme IBEP-T Bachelor's

    branch T-IBP , 2 year of study, summer semester, elective specialised
    branch T-IBP , 3 year of study, summer semester, elective specialised

  • Programme EEKR-CZV lifelong learning

    branch EE-FLE , 1 year of study, summer semester, elective specialised

Type of course unit

 

Lecture

26 hod., optionally

Teacher / Lecturer

prof. Ing. Jaroslav Koton, Ph.D.

Syllabus

1) Základy adresace, úvod do problematiky směrování
2) Směrovací protokoly: RIP, OSPF
3) Vnitřní architektura směrovačů
4) Technologie ATM – základní principy, ATM buňka, třídy služeb
5) Přepojovací uzly - základní principy
6) Přepojovací uzly - dělení, základní typy
7) Přepojovací uzly - využití vyrovnávacích pamětí
8) Přepojovací uzly - algoritmy výběru buněk
9) Přepojovací uzly - podrobný popis nejběžnějších vnitřních architektur
10) Bezdrátové lokální sítě - základní principy
11) Bezdrátové lokální sítě - proces komunikace
12) Bezdrátové personální sítě WPAN a bezdrátové metropolitní sítě WMAN

Laboratory exercise

26 hod., compulsory

Teacher / Lecturer

Ing. Ondřej Krajsa, Ph.D.

Syllabus

Basic configuration of routers using RouterSim
Advanced configuration of network elements using RouterSim
Mikrotik – description of HW and SW
Mikotik – configuration and backup possibilities and rules
Mikrotik – DHCP client, DCHP server, NAT setup
Mikrotik – static and dynamic routing
Mikrotik – wireless network realization
Mikrotik – network security
Mikrotik – data traffic control 1
Mikrotik – data traffic control 2
Test
Compensatory lab