CEIT314 COMPUTER NETWORKS AND COMMUNICATIONS
| Course Code: | 4300314 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (2.00 - 2.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 5.0 |
| Department: | Computer Education and Instructional Technology |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Prof.Dr. ÖMER DELİALİOĞLU |
| Offered Semester: | Fall Semesters. |
Course Objectives
- Introduce the basic concepts of computer and communication networks. Provide introductory level of knowledge about how computer networks work.
- Supply concepts for LAN, especially Ethernet family Networks and Internet so that the students will be able to solve simple problems of their future networks without needing any help.
- Introduce the OSI layers and TCP/IP protocol suite.
- Introduce the devices required to build a Local Area Network.
- Describe networking signals and what can happen to them on physical media.
- Introduce design issues for physical and logical topologies.
- Introduce structured cabling for network installation. Provide classification of the various types of IP addresses.
- Introduce Upper Layer Protocols of the OSI Layers.
Course Content
This course introduces the underlying concepts and principles of computer networks. It presents the different components of a network and how these components fit together. The course emphasizes the design and implementation of network software that transforms raw hardware into a richly functional communication system. Real networks (such as the Internet, ATM, Ethernet, Token Ring) are used as examples to reinforce the concepts and demonstrate various protocols.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Upon completing a course/learning process successfully, students will be able to:
- Define the basic concepts of computer and communication networks.
- Describe how computer networks work.
- Define concepts for Token Ring, FDDI, Ethernet family Networks and Internet.
- Solve simple problems of their future networks without needing any outside help Describe and define the OSI layers and the TCP/IP protocol suite.
- Differentiate between the functions and operations of networking devices required to build a Local Area Network.
- Describe networking signals and what can happen to them on physical media.
- Design physical and logical networking topologies.
- Plan and draw structured cabling for network installation. Classify the various types of IP addresses.
- Define the Upper Layer Protocols of the OSI Layers.
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Level of Contribution | |||||
| # | Program Outcomes | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 1 | They have the skill and knowledge to use information technologies. | ✔ | |||
| 2 | They use information technology to access information, and they analyze, synthesize, and evaluate knowledge by adapting to new situations. | ✔ | |||
| 3 | They use strategies and techniques based on learning theories and apply them to solve instructional problems in a systemic and systematic way | ✔ | |||
| 4 | They have skill and knowledge in analysis, design, development, implementation and evaluation in instructional design process. | ✔ | |||
| 5 | They implement learning-teaching methods and techniques in computer education. | ✔ | |||
| 6 | They have knowledge, skill and competency about computer hardware, operating systems, computer networks and programming languages. | ✔ | |||
| 7 | They determine measurement and evaluation methods and techniques used in computer education. | ✔ | |||
| 8 | They have the ability to conduct and present results of intra-disciplinary and inter-disciplinary researches in the field of instructional technology. | ✔ | |||
| 9 | They comprehend project management processes and implement and present projects electronically. | ✔ | |||
| 10 | They have critical thinking and problem solving skills. | ✔ | |||
| 11 | They have social communication and cultural exchange skills. | ✔ | |||
| 12 | They have legal knowledge, skills and attitudes required for teaching profession and apply them in the learning environment. | ✔ | |||
0: No Contribution 1: Little Contribution 2: Partial Contribution 3: Full Contribution