BİL452

Data Communication and Computer Networks

Faculty \ Department
School of Engineering \ Computer Engineering
Course Credit
ECTS Credit
Course Type
Instructional Language
3
6
Compulsory
English
Prerequisites
BİL211*
Programs that can take the course
Computer Engineering
Course Description
After a general introduction to computer networks, the application layer, transport layer, network layer, and link layers are examined in detail. Application layer topics include client-server and P2P architectures, DNS, HTTP, and popular WEB applications. In the transport layer, multiplexing, UDP, reliable data communication principles, TCP, and the basics of congestion control are covered. Network layer topics mainly cover routing, router architectures, IP protocol, and frequently used routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP. Link layer topics include multiple-access protocols, ALOHA, CSMA/CD, Ethernet, WiFi 802.11 communication, and switches. Socket programming, network application development, and network traffic analysis will be covered in the course.
Textbook and / or References
Computer Networking: A Top-Down Approach 6th ed. J.F. Kurose and K.W. Ross
Course Objectives
This course aims to teach the working principles of the Internet at a conceptual and practical level and to teach socket programming and network data analysis.
Course Outcomes
1. Learn basics and Application Layer Protocols
2. Learn Transport Layer Protocols.
3. Learn Network Layer Protocols.
4. Learn Link Layer Protocols.
5. Learn Routing Protocols.
6. Learn to Develop Network Applications.
7. Learn to Collect and Analyze Network Data.
Tentative Course Plan
Week 1: Introduction to computer networks and the internet
Week 2: Introduction to computer networks and the internet
Week 3: Application layer architectures and commonly used protocols
Week 4: Application layer architectures and commonly used protocols
Week 5: Transport layer communication and protocols
Week 6: Transport layer communication and protocols
Week 7: Network layer communication and protocols
Week 8: Network layer communication and protocols
Week 9: Link layer communication and protocols
Week 10: Link layer communication and protocols
Week 11: Introduction to network security
Week 12: Introduction to network security
Tentative Assesment Methods
Activities Number Weight (%)
Course Attendance/Participation - -
Laboratory - -
Application - -
Homework 3 30%
Project - -
Presentation - -
Field Work - -
Internship - -
Course Boards - -
Quiz - -
Midterm Exam 1 30%
Final Exam 1 40%
Total 100%

Tentative ECTS-Workload Table
Activities Number/Weeks Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours (first 6 weeks) 6 4 24
Course Hours (last 6 weeks) 6 4 24
Laboratory - - -
Application - - -
Homework 3 10 30
Project - - -
Presentation - - -
Field Work - - -
Internship - - -
Course Boards - - -
Preparation for Quiz - - -
Preparation for Midterm Exam 1 25 25
Final Exam 1 3 3
Preparation for Final Exam 1 35 35
Study Hours Out of Class (preliminary work, reinforcement, etc.) 12 2 24
Total Workload 165
Total Workload / 30 165 / 30
5.500000
ECTS Credits of the Course 6
Program Outcome **
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Course Outcome
1 C
2 C, D A
3 C
4 C, D A
5 C
6 C, D A C
7 C, D A C C, D
* This is a prerequisite for students majoring in Computer Engineering or Artificial Intelligence Engineering. Other students must consult with the relevant department.