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This document outlines a course on computer networks including its objectives, expected outcomes, modules, textbooks, references, lab exercises and mode of evaluation. The course introduces basic concepts in computer networks and state-of-the-art technologies in network protocols, architectures and applications.

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Computer Networks

This document outlines a course on computer networks including its objectives, expected outcomes, modules, textbooks, references, lab exercises and mode of evaluation. The course introduces basic concepts in computer networks and state-of-the-art technologies in network protocols, architectures and applications.

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Course Code:CSE3003 Course Title: Computer Networks TPC 3 2 4

Version No. 1.0


Course Pre-requisites/ Co- CSE2005
requisites

Anti-requisites (if any). SWE3001, ECE3003

Objectives: 1. To introduce basic concepts in Computer Networks


2. To expose state-of-the-art technologies in computer network
protocols, architectures, and applications.
Expected Outcome: 1. Independently understand basic computer network
technology.
2. Understand and explain Data Communications System and its
components.
3. Identify the different types of network topologies and
protocols.
4. Enumerate the layers of the OSI model and TCP/IP. Explain
the function(s) of each layer.
5. Identify the different types of network devices and their
functions within a network
6. Understand and building the skills of subnetting and routing
mechanisms.
7. Familiarity with the basic protocols of computer networks,
and how they can be used
8. To assist in network design and implementation.
Module No. 1 Introduction 6 Hours
Computer network and its history, progress and application, Internet, Network architecture,
Networking devices. OSI Model, TCP/IP Protocol stack, Networking in different OS.
Module No. 2 Physical Layer 8 Hours
Data communication technologies, Analog and digital communication. Encoding mechanisms,
Packet Switching, Circuit Switching.
Module No. 3 Data Link Layer 8 Hours
Framing, HDLC, PPP, Error detection, Error Correction, MAC Protocols, Reliable Transmission,
Ethernet, 802.3, 802.5, 802.11, PPP, ATM.
Module No. 4 Network Layer 7 Hours
IP addressing schemes, IPV4, Subnetting, IPV6, shift from IPV4 to IPV6, ICMP, DHCP, ARP.
Routing Protocols: Distance-vector and link-state routing. RIP, OSPF, BGP
Multicasting.
Module No. 5 Transport Layer 8 Hours
Connection Oriented and connection less service, TCP and UDP, Port Addressing, Remote
Procedure Call, Flow Control vs Congestion Control, Quality of Service.
Module No. 6 Application Layer Protocols 8 Hours
Application Layer Protocols: World wide web and HTTP, HTTPS, Domain names: DNS, File
Transfer: FTP, Electronic mail: SMTP, Peer to peer networking, Torrent, VPN. Session
management, Data compression techniques.
Text Books
1. James F. Kurose, Keith W. Ross, “Computer Networking – A Top-Down Approach
Featuring the Internet”, Pearson Education, Seventh Edition, 2017.
References
1. Nader. F. Mir, “Computer and Communication Networks”, Pearson Prentice Hall
Publishers, Second Edition, 2015.
2. Ying-Dar Lin, Ren-Hung Hwang, Fred Baker, “Computer Networks: An Open Source
Approach”, Mc Graw Hill Publisher, 2011.
3. Larry L. Peterson, Bruce S. Davie, “Computer Networks: A Systems Approach”, Morgan
Kaufmann Publishers, Fifth Edition, 2011.
4. Narasimha Karumanchi “Elements of Computer Networking: An Integrated Approach
(Concepts, Problems and Interview Questions)”, Career Monk Publisher, 2014.
Lab Exercises

1. Configuration of DNS Server.


2. Analysis of DNS Server.
3. Simulation & Analysis of Transport Layer Protocol (TCP): Using NetSimTM.
4. Understanding TCP Congestion Control Mechanism in LinuxTM Environment.
5. Simulation & Analysis of RIP Routing Protocols: Using NetSimTM.
6. Simulation & Analysis of OSPF Routing Protocols: Using NetSimTM.
7. Understanding Working of a Switched Ethernet.
8. Configuration of a Switched Ethernet.
9. Understanding and Simulation of select Network Protocols using Open Source
Simulator(s).
10. Analyzing FTP Traffic using Wireshark.
11. Analyzing HTTP Traffic using Wireshark.

Mode of Evaluation Continuous Assessment Tests-60%, Lab Exercises-20%,


Practical Assesment-20%
Continuous Assessment Test-1 20%

Continuous Assessment Test-2 20%

Continuous Assessment Test-3 20%

Cumulative Lab Work Exercises 20%

Practical Assessment 20%

Recommended by the 06.07.2018


Board of Studies on
Date of Approval by the 2nd Academic Council 21.07.2018
Academic Council

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