Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | COMPUTER NETWORKS | ||
Code | COMP211 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr M Gairing Computer Science M.Gairing@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2019-20 | Level 5 FHEQ | First Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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1. To introduce networked computer systems in general, and the Internet in particular. 2. To introduce the basic principles that govern their operation. 3. To introduce the design and organisation principles of successful computer networks. 4. To introduce the key protocols and technologies that are used in the Internet. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Students should be able to describe and justify the OSI Reference Model and the key protocols that govern the Internet. |
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(LO2) Students should be able to program applications and protocols for computer networks. |
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(LO3) Students should be able to illustrate and debate the use and need of cryptographic techniques in nework security. |
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(S1) Problem Solving - Numeracy and computational skills |
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(S2) Problem solving – analysing facts and situations and applying creative thinking to develop appropriate solutions. |
Syllabus |
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- Introduction to Computer Networks and the Internet [3 lectures] - The OSI Reference Model and the Internet Protocol Stack: 1. Internet applications (application layer) - including eMail, WWW and DNS [5 lectures] 2. Communication between processes (transport layer) - including the TCP & UDP protocols [5 lectures] 3. Communication between host (network layer) - including the IP protocol, routing and forwarding [5 lectures] 4. Communication between physically adjacent devices (data link layer) - including error correction, and multiple access protocols [4 lectures] 5. Physical layer - basic communications theory [2 lectures] - Network security issues, including cryptography, public key encryption, authentication & integrity [6 lectures]. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Lecture Teaching Method 2 - Laboratory Work |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
30 |
10 |
40 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 110 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Written Exam There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 1 | 120 minutes. | 80 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Assessment 1 There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :1 | 24 hours for all CAs | 10 | ||||
Assessment 2 There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :1 | 24 hours for all CAs | 10 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |