Publication in the Diário da República: Plano 4 - 2010/2011
5.5 ECTS; 2º Ano, 2º Semestre, 30,0 PL + 30,0 TP , Cód. 925037.
Lecturer
- Valter José Gonçalves Bouça (2)
(1) Docente Responsável
(2) Docente que lecciona
Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Objectives
This course is intended to enhance the degree of familiarity with key technologies and protocols of local networks, gaining skills in analysis, design, maintenance and optimisation of small size networks.
Program
1. Concept review;
2. Signal transmission;
3. Data transmission; Synchronous and asynchronous transmission; Communication interfaces; Flow control; HDLC protocol; Data multiplexing;
4. Local Area Networks; LLC Sub-layer; MAC Sub-layer; Bridges; High-speed LANs; wireless LANs;
5. Internetworking; TCP/IP; Routers; IGP and EGP Protocols; Transport protocols;
6. Network Design
Evaluation Methodology
- Theoretical assessment - 40%, with a minimum mark of 8/20.
- Practical assessment - 40%, with a minimum mark of 10/20. Average of the lab assignments, each with a minimum grade of 8/20.
- Continuous assessment - 20%
Bibliography
- Gouveia, J. (2013). Redes de Computadores - Curso Completo. : FCA
- Kurose, J. e Ross, K. (2012). Computer Networking: A top down approach. : Pearson
- Stallings, W. (2013). Data and Computer Comunications. : Prentice Hall
- Tanenbaum, A. e Wetherall, D. (2010). Computer Networks. : Prentice Hall
Teaching Method
Lectures and Tutorials supported by case study analysis and problem solving.
Software used in class
Wireshark
Packet Tracer
