CS3S661 - Computer Networks 01 Sep 2022 - 31 Aug 2028 | Version 5
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | CS3S661 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Computer Networks | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Computing and Mathematical Sciences | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Computer Science | ||
| Module Leader: | Christopher Tubb | ||
| Module Team: | Sharan Johnstone | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2017 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 6 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100367 - computing and information technology | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 5 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2022 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2028 |
Module Aims
To provide the skills and theoretical understanding to develop network solutions, based on international standards, using appropriate analysis and design techniques.
Content Summary
Principles of protocols and networking concepts:
Network modelling
OSI 7 layer model
Networks addressing / subnetting
Routing (interior/ exterior)
State transition protocols:
Finite State Machines and the role they play in networking
Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)
Border Gateway Protocol (BGP)
Interconnection and interoperability:
Socket programming
Client/ server communication
Encryption
Symmetric/ asymmetric encryption
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 24 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 24 |
| Independent Study | 80 |
| Directed Study | 60 |
| Formative Assessment - Independent | 6 |
| Problem / challenge based learning | 6 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Compare and analyse the theoretical and practical issues of network infrastructure including wired, wireless, and sensor/IoT networks. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Practical Coursework 2 (Asynch) | A write up of a piece of practical work that has been undertaken. | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Practical Coursework 1 (Asynch) | A write up of a piece of practical work that has been undertaken. | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | |||
| Practical Coursework 2 (Asynch) | ✔ | ||
| Practical Coursework 1 (Asynch) | ✔ | ||