Course detail

Hardware computer networks

FEKT-CHWSAcad. 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

English

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

HALSALL F. Data Communications, Computer Networks and Open Systems. Addison-Wesley, 1996.
KESHAV S. An Engineering Approach to Computer Networking. Addison-Wesley, 1997.
KOTON, J. Hardware of Computer Networks for Joint Teaching Programme of BUT and VSB- TUO. Brno: Vysoké učení technické v Brně, 2014. s. 1-158. ISBN: 978-80-214-5068- 4.

Recommended reading

Not applicable.

Classification of course in study plans

  • Programme EECC Bc. Bachelor's

    branch BC-TLI , 3 year of study, winter semester, elective specialised

Type of course unit

 

Lecture

26 hod., optionally

Teacher / Lecturer

prof. Ing. Jaroslav Koton, Ph.D.

Syllabus

Active and passive components of local computer networks.
Software components of networks.
Hardware support for communication protocols.
Network architectures with switching at Data Link Layer
Network interface of computers: types, configuration, programming.
Switch architectures. Switch configuration.
Router architectures. Router configuration.
Hardware for file servers, printer servers, application servers, and Internet servers.
The 802.11a, 802.11b ang 802.11g technologies
Access control in wireless LANs
Security in wireless LANs
Computer network analyzers.
Hardware and software tools for network administration.

Laboratory exercise

26 hod., compulsory

Teacher / Lecturer

prof. Ing. Jaroslav Koton, Ph.D.

Syllabus

Components of local computer networks. Hardware support for communication protocols
Hub and switch.
Switch configuration.
Hardware for file servers, printer servers, application servers, and Internet servers.
Computer network analyzers.