Data Communications
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Module Aims
Aim 1
To give students an understanding of the underlying principles in digital communications networks with a special emphasis on the importance of Physical Layer concepts.
Module Content
ISO-OSI seven-layer model. TCP/IP implementation of the layer model. Transmission Media Physical Layer techniques: Modulation, Multiplexing, telephony, switching, ISDN, Datalink Layer concepts; Error detection and correction, sliding window, HDLC protocol LAN protocols, e.g. Ethernet. Routers, Bridges and Switches Internetworking protocols, e.g. IP (v4 and v6) and RIP. Transport protocols, e.g. TCP and UDP. Application Layer protocols, e.g. FTP, HTTP, SMTP, DNS, SNMP. Mobile communication systems; TDMA, FDMA, CDMA, GMSK, Speech coding, Channel coding, Standards.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module, a student will be able to:
Teaching Methods
Lectures and tutorial exercises will be provided for students to gain an appropriate knowledge base. Current issues in communications systems development will be introduced into the curriculum through magazine articles, websites, and other media where appropriate. Practical work using network systems will reinforce the teaching and learning process.
Assessment Methods
The module is assessed through a report and a written exam.
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