Course detail

Computer Networks and IoT

FSI-VPNAcad. year: 2018/2019

The course deals with computer networks technologies, principles, standards and services. Network using, design and management are also introduced.

Language of instruction

Czech

Number of ECTS credits

Mode of study

Not applicable.

Guarantor

doc. Ing. Jan Roupec, Ph.D.

Department

Institute of Automation and Computer Science (ÚAI)

Learning outcomes of the course unit

Students will be able to use, design, install and manage computer networks as well as to develop internet-based applications.

Prerequisites

The basic knowledge of using computers is required (files and folders operations etc.).
The C-language programming is desirable but not necessary.

Co-requisites

Not applicable.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

The course is taught through lectures explaining the basic principles and theory of the discipline. Exercises are focused on practical topics presented in lectures.

Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes

The course-unit credit award requirements: active participation in seminars. The examination is oral.

Course curriculum

Not applicable.

Work placements

Not applicable.

Aims

The main goal is to explain computer networks hardware and software. Student will be made familiar with networks using, design, installation and management.

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

The attendance at lectures is recommended; the attendance at seminars is obligatory. Education runs according to week schedules. The form of compensation for missed seminars is fully in the competence of the tutor.

Recommended optional programme components

Not applicable.

Prerequisites and corequisites

Not applicable.

Basic literature

Davie, B. - Doolan, P. - Rekhter, Y.: Switching in IP Networks, Morgan Kaufmann Publishers, 1998 (EN)
Fourazan, B. A.: Data Communications and Networking, Mc Graw Hill, 2003 (EN)
Hunt, C.: Konfigurace a správa sítí TCP/IP, Computer Press, 1997 (CS)

Recommended reading

Jamsa, K. - Lalani, S. - Weakley, S.: Programování na Webu, Unis Publishing, 1996. (CS)
Ramaswami, R. - Sivarajan, K. N.: Optical Networks, Morgan Kaufmann Publishers, 2002. (EN)

Classification of course in study plans

  • Programme B3S-P Bachelor's

    branch B-AIŘ , 2 year of study, summer semester, compulsory

  • Programme M2A-P Master's

    branch M-MET , 1 year of study, summer semester, compulsory-optional
    branch M-MAI , 1 year of study, summer semester, compulsory-optional

Type of course unit

 

Lecture

26 hod., optionally

Teacher / Lecturer

doc. Ing. Jan Roupec, Ph.D.

Syllabus

1. Introduction. Basic concepts of data communication.
2. Computer networks classification. Cables used in computer networks.
3. The Ethernet network.
4. Standards of computer networks, ISO/OSI reference model.
5. LANs interconnections. Bridge, router.
6. Routing, routing protocols and algorithms.
7. TCP/IP - introduction, history, addresses.
8. TCP/IP - protocols and services.
9. TCP/IP - IPv6.
10. Switching.
11. Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, ATM.
12. Wireless networks.
13. Industrial networks.

Computer-assisted exercise

26 hod., compulsory

Teacher / Lecturer

doc. Ing. Jan Roupec, Ph.D.

Syllabus

1. Structure and services of faculty computer network.
2. World Wide Web - web pages design using HTML language.
3. World Wide Web - cascading style sheets.
4. Web forms, dynamic web pages using CGI.
5. Dynamic web pages, server-side scripting using php language.
6. Dynamic web pages - client-side scripting (JavaScript).
7. Development of the web database application.
8. Wweb server installation and cofiguration.
9. Bridge.
10. Router installation and configuration.
11. Domain Name Services - concepts ad configuration.
12. Writing simple program using TCP/IP communication.
13. Presentation of semester projects.