Communication Networks (5 cr)

Objective

On completion of the course the student knows the basic structures and operating principles of different communication networks. The student knows also the basic terminology related to communication networks and is able to follow the development of new communication solutions.

Content

Standardization
Basic principles of digital communication
Signals carried over the network
Speech coding methods and PCM
Circuit and packet switched networks
Transmission media
Line coding and modulation
Digital modulation methods
Maximum transmission rate of a transmission channel
Cellular radio principles

Location and time

Everything happens online.

Materials

Using online material requires having the book
Tarmo Anttalainen & Ville Jääskeläinen: Introduction to Communication Networks
available. Students can use the e-book version of the textbook at no cost.

Teaching methods

You go through the material in the textbook and online, and do problems and exercises based on the material.

Employer connections

-

Exam schedules

No exam.

International connections

-

Completion alternatives

-

Student workload

You can do the course at your own pace.

Content scheduling

You can do the course at your own pace.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student has achieved the course objectives fairly. The student is able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student has completed the required learning exercises in minimum required level. His/her competences have developed in a way that he/she may increase his/her knowledge in the given field of technology and finally work in job positions related to this field of technology.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need to be enhanced on some areas. The student has completed the required learning exercises in good or satisfactory level. The student is able to define the course concepts and models and is able to justify the analysis. The student is able to apply the knowledge of the course in study and work situations.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. The student master commendably the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student has completed the required learning exercises in good or excellent level. The student is able to make justified and fluent analysis and to present concrete development measures. The student is well prepared to apply the knowledge of the course in the study and work situations.

Assessment methods and criteria

Evaluation is based on our submissions of answers to problems and exercises.

Further information

Course is for Open UAS Students.