Course detail

Computer Networks

FSI-VPNAcad. year: 2010/2011

The course deals with computer networks technologies, principles, standards and services. Network using, design and management are also introduced.

Language of instruction

Czech

Number of ECTS credits

Mode of study

Not applicable.

Guarantor

doc. Ing. Jan Roupec, Ph.D.

Department

Institute of Automation and Computer Science (ÚAI)

Learning outcomes of the course unit

Students will be able to use, design, install and manage computer networks as well as to develop internet-based applications.

Prerequisites

The basic knowledge of using computers is required (files and folders operations etc.).
The C-language programming is desirable but not necessary.

Co-requisites

Not applicable.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Teaching methods depend on the type of course unit as specified in the article 7 of BUT Rules for Studies and Examinations.

Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes

The course-unit credit award requirements: active participation in seminars. The examination is oral (2 questions).

Course curriculum

Not applicable.

Work placements

Not applicable.

Aims

The main goal is to explain computer networks hardware and software. Student will be made familiar with networks using, design, installation and management.

Specification of controlled education, way of implementation and compensation for absences

The attendance at lectures is recommended; the attendance at seminars is obligatory. Education runs according to week schedules. The form of compensation for missed seminars is fully in the competence of the tutor.

Recommended optional programme components

Not applicable.

Prerequisites and corequisites

Not applicable.

Basic literature

Davie, B. - Doolan, P. - Rekhter, Y.: Switching in IP Networks, Morgan Kaufmann Publishers, 1998 (EN)
Hunt, C.: Konfigurace a správa sítí TCP/IP, Computer Press, 1997 (CS)

Recommended reading

Not applicable.

Classification of course in study plans

  • Programme N3901-2 Master's

    branch M-MET , 1 year of study, summer semester, compulsory-optional
    branch M-MAI , 1 year of study, summer semester, compulsory-optional

  • Programme B2341-3 Bachelor's

    branch B-AIŘ , 2 year of study, summer semester, compulsory

  • Programme N2301-2 Master's

    branch M-AIŘ , 2 year of study, summer semester, compulsory
    branch M-AIŘ , 1 year of study, summer semester, compulsory

Type of course unit

 

Lecture

26 hod., optionally

Teacher / Lecturer

doc. Ing. Jan Roupec, Ph.D.

Syllabus

1. Introduction. Basic concepts of data communication.
2. Computer networks classification. Cables used in computer networks.
3. The Ethernet network.
4. Standards of computer networks, ISO/OSI reference model.
5. LANs interconnections. Bridge, router.
6. Routing, routing protocols and algorithms.
7. TCP/IP - introduction, history, addresses.
8. TCP/IP - protocols and services.
9. TCP/IP - IPv6.
10. Switching.
11. Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet.
12. FDDI ATM.
13. Wireless networks.

Computer-assisted exercise

26 hod., compulsory

Teacher / Lecturer

Ing. Petr Krček, Ph.D.
doc. Ing. Jan Roupec, Ph.D.

Syllabus

1. Structure and services of faculty computer network.
2. MS Windows in network environment.
3. Novel Netware - basic concepts, trustees and file attributes.
4. Novel Netware - client configuration, network management.
5. Router installation and configuration.
6. World Wide Web - web pages design using HTML language.
7. World Wide Web - server installation and configuration.
8. Writing simple program using TCP/IP communication.
9. Domain Name Services - concepts ad configuration.
10. Dynamic web pages - DHTML, JavaScript.
11. Dynamic web pages - SSI, CGI.
12. Dynamic web pages - using of php language.
13. Introduction to Java programming.