- Department: Computer Science
- Module co-ordinator: Dr. Mike Freeman
- Credit value: 10 credits
- Credit level: H
- Academic year of delivery: 2022-23
- See module specification for other years: 2021-22
This module introduces students to the core concepts of computer networking.
Occurrence | Teaching cycle |
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A | Autumn Term 2022-23 |
This module introduces students to the core concepts of computer networking. It starts by covering the layered network model and discusses the utility and motivation for such an approach. Services that are layered on this model (such as UNIX sockets, DNS, TCP, IP) are detailed and students will develop software to experiment with these features. After taking this module, students will have an understanding of how all kinds of computer networks, including the Internet, are created.
Be able to articulate the motivation behind the layered network model
Develop software using OS-level networking concepts (i.e. sockets) to communicate with other systems.
Demonstrate understanding of networked architectures, how they are integrated into an operating system, and develop simple applications using this knowledge.
Task | Length | % of module mark |
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Essay/coursework Systems & Devices 4 |
N/A | 100 |
None
Feedback is provided through work in practical sessions, and after the final assessment as per normal University guidelines.
Task | Length | % of module mark |
---|---|---|
Essay/coursework Systems & Devices 4 |
N/A | 100 |
Feedback is provided through work in practical sessions, and after the final assessment as per normal University guidelines.
Kevin R Fall, W Richard Stevens, TCP/IP Illustrated, Volume 1: The protocols, Addison Wesley, 2012
Andrew Tannenbaum, Computer Networks, Prentice Hall, 2002