Data Networks 1

Number

dnet1

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

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.

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)

Exam fromat

Continuous assessment grade