Introduction to Networking

Course Objectives

To present the fundamental concepts underpinning modern Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) and the architecture of the Internet.To provide an insight into the fundamentals of networking and an appreciation of current and emerging technological developments including mobile computing.

Syllabus

  • Fundamentals of networking
  • Networking and Internetworking
  • Layering and Protocols
  • Physical layer principles 
  • Data link layer principles 
  • Network and Transport layer
  • Local area networks (LANs, including wireless LAN)
  • Wide area networks (WANs)
  • Network applications: World Wide Web (WWW) and multimedia

Assessment

100% Coursework

Dates and Details

Lecturer: Prof Steve Pink.