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| Course Description |
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| Course Name |
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Advanced Computer Networks |
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| Course Code |
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CENG-546 |
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| Course Type |
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Optional |
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| Level of Course |
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Second Cycle |
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| Year of Study |
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1 |
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| Course Semester |
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Spring (16 Weeks) |
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| ECTS |
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6 |
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| Name of Lecturer(s) |
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Asst.Prof.Dr. MEHMET FATİH AKAY
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| Learning Outcomes of the Course |
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Describes factors affecting network performance
Understands the basics of error detection including parity, checksums, and Cyclic Redundancy Check (CRC)
Demonstrates an appreciation of the significance of network and inter-network protocols; specifically IPv4, IPv6
Understands Wireless and Mobile networks
Simulates sample network environments
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| Mode of Delivery |
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Face-to-Face |
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| Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites |
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None |
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| Recommended Optional Programme Components |
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None |
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| Aim(s) of Course |
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The objective of this course is to introduce students to a set of advance topics in networking and lead them to the understanding of the networking architecture |
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| Course Contents |
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Probability theory and its application to networks, delay models in networks: Queuing models, Little´s theorem, Markov chains and its application in the computer networks, M/M/1, M/M/1/K, M/G/1 queuing system models, priority queuing, networks of queues - Jackson´s theorem, self-similar traffic |
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| Language of Instruction |
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English |
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| Work Place |
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Classroom |
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Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities |
| Week | Subject | Student's Preliminary Work | Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
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1 |
Introduction to The Network Layer |
Chapter 1 |
Lectures and Demonstration |
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2 |
Virtual Circuit and Datagram Networks |
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Lectures and Demonstration |
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3 |
The Internet Protocol (IP): Forwarding and Addressing in the Internet |
Chapter 1 |
Lectures and Demonstration |
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4 |
Routing Algorithms |
Chapter 2 |
Lectures and Demonstration |
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5 |
Routing in the Internet |
Chapter 2 |
Lectures and Demonstration |
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6 |
The Link Layer and Local Area Networks |
Chapter 2 |
Lectures and Demonstration |
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7 |
Error-Detection and -Correction Techniques |
Chapter 3 |
Lectures and Demonstration |
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8 |
Multiple Access Protocols |
Chapter 3 |
Lectures and Demonstration |
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9 |
Link-Layer Addressing |
Chapter 3 |
Lectures and Demonstration |
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10 |
Ethernet |
Chapter 3 |
Lectures and Demonstration |
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11 |
Introduction to Wireless and Mobile Networks |
Chapter 4 |
Lectures and Demonstration |
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12 |
WiFi: 802.11 Wireless LANs |
Chapter 4 |
Lectures and Demonstration |
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13 |
Mobility Management: Principles |
Chapter 4 |
Lectures and Demonstration |
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14 |
Managing Mobility in Cellular Networks |
Chapter 4 |
Lectures and Demonstration |
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15 |
Final exam |
n/a |
n/a |
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16/17 |
Final exam |
n/a |
n/a |
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Required Course Resources |
| Resource Type | Resource Name |
| Recommended Course Material(s) |
 Data Networks, 2nd ed.
Dimitri P. Bertsekas
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| Required Course Material(s) | |
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Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria |
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Semester/Year Assessments |
Number |
Contribution Percentage |
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Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) |
0 |
0 |
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Homeworks/Projects/Others |
3 |
100 |
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Total |
100 |
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Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success |
40 |
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Final Assessments
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100 |
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Rate of Final Assessments to Success
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60 |
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Total |
100 |
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| Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes |
| # | Key Learning Outcome | Contribution* |
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1 |
Reaches wide and deep knowledge through scientific research in the field of computer engineering, evaluates, implements, and comments. |
5 |
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2 |
Describes and uses information hidden in limited or missing data in the field of computer engineering by using scientific methods and integrates it with information from various disciplines. |
5 |
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3 |
Follows new and emerging applications of computer engineering profession, if necessary, examines and learns them |
5 |
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Develops methods and applies innovative approaches in order to formulate and solve problems in computer engineering. |
5 |
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5 |
Proposes new and/or original ideas and methods in the field of computer engineering in developing innovative solutions for designing systems, components or processes. |
4 |
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6 |
Designs and implements analytical modeling and experimental research and solves the complex situations encountered in this process in the field of Computer Engineering |
4 |
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7 |
works in multi disciplinary teams and takes a leading role and responsibility. |
3 |
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8 |
Learns at least one foreign language at the European Language Portfolio B2 level to communicate orally and written |
4 |
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9 |
Presents his/her research findings systematically and clearly in oral and written forms in national and international meetings. |
0 |
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10 |
Describes social and environmental implications of engineering practice. |
5 |
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11 |
Considers social, scientific and ethical values in collection, interpretation and announcement of data. |
0 |
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12 |
Acquires a comprehensive knowledge about methods and tools of computer engineering and their limitations. |
5 |
| * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum). |
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| Student Workload - ECTS |
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Total Workload (Hour) |
| Course Related Works |
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Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) |
14 |
3 |
42 |
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Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) |
14 |
3 |
42 |
| Assesment Related Works |
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Homeworks, Projects, Others |
3 |
10 |
30 |
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Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
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Final Exam |
1 |
25 |
25 |
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Total Workload: | 139 |
| Total Workload / 25 (h): | 5.56 |
| ECTS Credit: | 6 |
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