Number |
dnet1
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ECTS |
3.0 |
Level |
intermediate |
Overview |
How do computers communicate with each other? This course introduces the basics of data exchange between two computers.
Part I: The Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) Model
- Functions of the OSI model layers
- Protocols of the TCP/IP stack
- IPv4/v6 addressing
Part II: Basics of switching and routing
- Switching and VLANs
- Routing basics
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Learning objectives |
Students...
- know and understand the functions and protocols of the different OSI model layers,
- know the Internet Protocol (IP) stack,
- can develop IPv4- and IPv6-addressing plans for networks according to given requirements,
- understand the role of ethernet switches and can configure basic security precautions,
- can roll out and apply VLANs,
- understand the basics of routing,
- are able configure inter-VLAN routing and can route small networks using the Routing Information Protocol (RIP),
- can apply these concepts using simulators or the routers and the switching hardware in the lab.
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Previous knowledge |
- Computer Hardware and Programming (chp, Computer Science) or
- Konvergenz Elektrotechnik (konvE)) or equivalent knowledge (EIT) or
- Einführung in Digitalsysteme (edsys, Systemtechnik)
- English level B2 (e.g. passed module ten1)
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Exam fromat |
Continuous assessment grade |