Advanced Computer Networks (CSL858)

Advanced Computer Networks (CSL858)

Vinay Ribeiro

Goals of Course

? Develop a strong understanding of network technologies from the physical to application layer

? design choices ? strengths and weaknesses

? Get a feel of networking research

? Develop healthy critical eye ? reading key research papers ? working with simulators, test beds etc.

? Enhance communication skills and team work

? form project teams ? make class presentations

Syllabus

1. Brief history of Computer Networks 2. Protocol layering 3. Point-to-point data communications 4. Error detection and correction 5. Multiple access schemes 6. Internetworking 7. Congestion control and Quality-of-Service 8. Applications

Course Web Page and Mailing List

? Web Page



? Mailing list (join today!)

? Subscribe from course web page

? Instructor's email: vinay.ribeiro [at] gmail

Evaluation

? Assignments (25pts) ? Minor Exam (15pts) ? Major Exam (30pts) ? Project (30pts)

Project Details

? Form teams of 3 students

? Choose a topic from the list on course web page

? Form a project web-page and email the link to the instructor

? (Optional) Use material from your project web-page to contribute to any web-based education project (example: Connexions, )

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