Local Area Networks (5 cr)
Code: TX00CD32-3029
General information
Enrollment
21.06.2020 - 02.08.2020
Timing
24.08.2020 - 11.10.2020
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of ICT
Campus
Karaportti 2
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Information Technology
- Information and Communication Technology
Teachers
- Saana Vallius
Groups
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ICT19-SI2Smart IoT Systems
Objective
After completing the course, the student understands basic terminology relating to reference models, LANs, WANs. The student knows the basics of Ethernet operation and Ethernet switching, IP addressing and the basics of IP subnetting. The student is able to set up a small LAN segment of two workstations, an Ethernet hub and a router connection, calculate subnet and set the workstation’s TCP/IP parameters and use ping to test destination reachability.
Content
Basic network terminology relating to network protocols, networking models: Open System Interconnection (OSI) model and TCP/IP model, Ethernet operation, Internet Protocol (IP) addressing, subnetting and masks, Domain Name Server. Routing fundamentals, Structured Cabling and concepts: bandwidth, throughput, more details on 10/100/1000/10 G versions of Ethernet.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Understands layered system models, characteristics of LAN, structured cabling, common equipment used in local area networks and applications. Understands the basics of TCP/IP-protocol and subnetting.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Understands the basics of IP routing, structured cabling and common terminology. Can calculate IP-subnets, define IP-addresses on the workstation and test the usability of IP connection
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Can design, implement and test a small network segment, and connect a workstation into a local area network.
Prerequisites
Completing first year study modules or equivalent skills and knowledge.