CC3502 - Computer Networks

[Offered in even-numbered years]

Credit points:	03
Year:	2008
Student Contribution Band:	Band 2
Administered by:	Discipline of Electrical & Computer Engineering

Introduction to data switching techniques, synchronisation, error and flow control. Classes of computer networks, terminal networks and multiplexers, introduction to the OSI seven layer model. Medium access control of IEEE 802.x local area networks, wireless data networks. Internetworking issues, routing, common protocols such as TCP/IP, introduction to emerging network technologies.

Learning Outcomes

• analyse problems in computer communication systems with confidence;
• describe and discuss the basis behind contemporary standards applicable to computer data communications;
• make informed decisions in the specification and design of computer networks.

Prerequisites:

CC2510 or CP1300

Availabilities
Townsville, Internal, Study Period 2
Census Date 05-Sep-2008
Coord/Lect:	Mr Peter Grabau.
Contact hours:	65 hours - Lectures, tutorials, demonstrations, practicals, site visits and/or seminars. Refer to Subject Outline for details.
Assessment:	end of semester exam (50% - 70%); on-course assessment, some of which may be invigilated (30% - 50%).

Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.