Computer Networks (EENG 4810-001 & EENG 5940-004/600) Spring 2023

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Instructor: Parthasarathy (Partha) Guturu
Faculty Office: NIDP B-235
Phone: 940-891-6877
Email: Parthasarathy.Guturu@unt.edu or pg0028@unt.edu
Teaching Assistant: Rumana Rafique <RumanaRafique@my.unt.edu>
Class Hours: M/W 1:00 PM -2:20 PM
Class Room: NTDP B-217.
Office Hours: T 1:00 PM-2:00 PM (in my office at B-235). Students unable to see me during this time may request an appointment.

Text Book:
1. Computer Networking: A Top-Down Approach Featuring the Internet (3rd Edition) (Hardcover)  by James F. Kurose (Author), Keith W. Ross (Author).
    Publisher: Addison Wesley; 3 edition (May 13, 2004) Language: English  ISBN-10: 0321227352 ISBN-13: 978-0321227355 .

A power-point presentation is used to provide some information to support and supplement a student-centric problem/project-oriented learning methodology.

Attendance Policy:     In view of the continuous evaluation strategy adopted by the instructor, perfect attendance is recommended for those aspiring to get good grades. .  It is important that you communicate with the professor and the instructional team prior to being absent, so you, the professor, and the instructional team can discuss and mitigate the impact of the absence on your attainment of course learning goals.  Please inform the professor and instructional team if you are unable to attend class meetings because you are ill, in mindfulness of the health and safety of everyone in our community. If you are experiencing any symptoms of COVID (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms testing/symptoms.html) please seek medical attention from the Student Health and Wellness Center (940-565-2333 or askSHWC@unt.edu) or your health care provider PRIOR to coming to campus. UNT also requires you to contact the UNT COVID Team at COVID@unt.edu for guidance on actions to take due to symptoms, pending or positive test results, or potential exposure.

Grading Policy:          The graduate students will have a different set of examinations with less problem solving and more theory and algorithms whereas the focus of undergraduate examinations will be on problem solving.  The break-up for overall grading is as follows.

Assignments/Quizzes/Class Tests: 70, and Project: 30. Grades A, B, C, D, and F will be assigned, typically but not necessarily, depending upon whether the total tally will be greater than/equal to 90, 80-89, 70-79, 60-69, or less than 60, respectively.

Academic Dishonesty: Honesty is the best policy. Cheating will not be tolerated. Anyone found guilty of cheating on a test or assignment will be awarded an F grade for the course. Discussions of problems and assignment with your classmates is welcome and encouraged, however, sharing of solutions is not. If you need help, you should ask the instructor. Cheating includes, but is not limited to, all forms of plagiarism and misrepresentation. For your rights and responsibilities please refer to http://www.unt.edu/csrr

Statement regarding Disabled Students: The University of North Texas makes reasonable academic accommodation for students with certified disabilities (cf. Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504, Rehabilitation Act). Students seeking reasonable accommodation must first register with the Office of Disability Access (ODA) to verify their eligibility. If a disability is verified, the ODA will provide you with a reasonable accommodation letter to be delivered to faculty to begin a private discussion regarding your specific needs in a course. You may request reasonable accommodations at any time; however, ODA notices of reasonable accommodation should be provided as early as possible in the semester to avoid any delay in implementation. Note that students must obtain a new letter of reasonable accommodation for every semester and must meet with each faculty member prior to implementation in each class. Students are strongly encouraged to deliver letters of reasonable accommodation during faculty office hours or by appointment. Faculty members have the authority to ask students to discuss such letters during their designated office hours to protect the privacy of the student. For additional information, refer to the Office of Disability Access website (http://www.unt.edu/oda). You may also contact ODA by phone at (940) 565-4323.

Inclusive Learning Environment and Support for Your Success

I value the many perspectives students bring to our campus. Please work with me to create a classroom culture of open communication, mutual respect, and inclusion. All discussions should be respectful and civil. Although disagreements and debates are encouraged, personal attacks are unacceptable. Together, we can ensure a safe and welcoming classroom for all. If you ever feel like this is not the case, please stop by my office and let me know. We are all learning together

Final Exam Date and Time: There will be no final examination.

Course Outline and Delivery Plan

  1. History and Overview of Computer Networks                                                 (2 classes)
  2. Protocols and Network Layers                                                                        (2 classes)
  3. Application Layer                                                                                            (6 classes)
  4. Socket Programming                                                                                       (4 classes)
  5. Overview of Transport Layer Protocols                                                           (2 classes)
  6. TCP                                                                                                               (3 classes)
  7. Overview of Network Layer Protocols                                                            (2 classes)
  8. Network Layer Routing Algorithms                                                                  (3 classes)
  9. IP and the Internet                                                                                           (3 classes)
  10. Data Link Layer                                                                                              (4 Classes)
  11. Physical Layer                                                                                                 (4 Classes)
  12. Network Security                                                                                            (4 Classes)

Note: Class here implies a one-hour time slot.

Reading Requirements

The students are required to come prepared to every class with the material discussed in the previous class.

 

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs)

 

[CLO-1]                   Networks Layers/Protocol Suites (TCP/IP and ISO)

[CLO-2]                   Application Layer Protocols e.g. http, SMTP (email).

[CLO-3]                   Transport Layer, TCP and Socket Programming

[CLO-4]                   Network Layer, IP, and Network Routing Algorithms

[CLO-5]                   Additional TCP/IP protocols e.g. ARP, RARP, BGP.

[CLO-6]                   Multimedia protocols such as ATM, H.323, SIP, etc.

[CLO-7]                   IP packet tunneling in the Internet.

[CLO-8]                   Data link layer protocols

[CLO-9]                   Physical layer and basics of mobile wireless networks

[CLO-10]               Network Security

[CLO-11]               Project Design, Development, Implementation and Reporting  with an understanding of Ethical and Professional Issues related to networking

 

Our EE Program Student Outcomes (SOs)

Upon completion of our BSEE program, the students will be able to:

[SO-1] Apply knowledge of mathematics, engineering and science.

 

[SO-2] Design and develop projects, and conduct experiments to verify and validate them, as well as analyze and interpret data.

 

[SO-3] Develop project-based learning skills through design and implementation of a system, component, or process that meets the needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability and sustainability.

 

[SO-4] Function on multidisciplinary teams.

 

[SO-5] Identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.

 

[SO-6] Have an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.

 

[SO-7] Communicate effectively.

 

[SO-8] Achieve broad education necessary to understand the impact of electrical engineering solutions in a global and societal context.

 

[SO-9] Understand learning processes, concepts of learning to learn, and engage in lifelong learning.

 

[SO-10] Achieve knowledge of contemporary issues.

 

[SO-11] Use techniques, skills, and computer-based tools for conducting experiments and carrying out designs.

Our EE Program Student Outcomes (SOs) (and ABET Criterion 3 Outcomes)

Upon completion of our BSEE program, the students will be able to:

[SO-1/ABET 3-1] identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics,

 

[SO-2/ABET 3-2] apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors,

 

[SO-3/ABET 3-3] communicate effectively with a range of audiences,

 

[SO-4/ ABET 3-4] recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts,

 

[SO-5/ABET 3-5] function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives,

 

[SO-6/ABET 3-6] develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions, and

 

[SO-7/ABET 3-7] acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

 

Relationship between Our BSEE Program Student Outcomes and Course Learning Outcomes

The course learning outcomes map onto our program’s student outcomes and ABET outcomes as depicted in the table below:

 

CLO

Student/ABET Criterion 3 Outcomes

 

SO-1/ 3 [1]

SO-2/ 3 [2]

SO-3/ 3 [3]

SO-4/ 3 [4]

SO-5/ 3 [5]

SO-6/ 3 [6]

SO-7/

3 [7]

1

   x

 

 

 

2

   x

 

 

  

 

3

   x

 

 

 

 

4

x

 

 

 

 

 

5

x

 

 

 

 

6

x

 

 

 

 

7

x

 

 

 

 

 

 

8

   x

 

 

9

   x

 

 

 

 

10

   x

 

 

 

 

 

 

11

 

x

x

 

x

x