Course syllabus - Computer Networks I, distance course

Objectives

This course will provide a basic theoretical and practical knowledge in the art of configuring computer networks and create simpler topologies.

Learning outcomes

The student should after the course be able to:

- Describe the fundamental Ethernet technologies
- Describe how TCP/IP and the OSI model is constructed
- Configure a simple computer network from scratch according to the instructions stated in routing and switching the focus
- Describe the basics of IPv4 and IPv6, as well as be able to calculate and describe the use of IP networks, IP subnets and subnet mask
- Describe MAC adressers structure and significance
- Describe the basics of routing, switching and traffic filtering

Course content

OSI, TCP/IP, IPv4, IPv6, IP-net including IP subnets, Ethernet, LAN, router and switch-configuration, static and dynamic routing, routing protocols, switching, VLAN, VTP, inter VLAN routing, NAT, network media, network components, network terminology and traffic filtering.

Tuition

Mainly web-based material. Laboratory work and feedback from teachers.

Requirements

Basic eligibility and Mathematics 3b or 3c or Mathematics C

Examination

Laboratory work (LAB1), 4 credits, marks Fail (U) or Pass (G).
Examination at home (HEM1), 3.5 credits, marks U, 3, 4 or 5.

A student who has a certificate from MDU regarding a disability has the opportunity to submit a request for supportive measures during written examinations or other forms of examination, in accordance with the Rules and Regulations for Examinations at First-cycle and Second-cycle Level at Mälardalen University (2020/1655). It is the examiner who takes decisions on any supportive measures, based on what kind of certificate is issued, and in that case which measures are to be applied.

Suspicions of attempting to deceive in examinations (cheating) are reported to the Vice-Chancellor, in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance, and are examined by the University’s Disciplinary Board. If the Disciplinary Board considers the student to be guilty of a disciplinary offence, the Board will take a decision on disciplinary action, which will be a warning or suspension.

Grade

Pass with distinction, Pass with credit, Pass, Fail

Interim Regulations and Other Regulations

The course completely overlaps with CT3260 Computer Network basic course, CDT102 Computer Network I, DVA121 Computer Networks I, DVA108 Computer Network I, distance course and with 7,5 credits with DVA125 Computer Networks (15 credits).