ITEC 451
NETWORK DESIGN AND ANALYSIS

1. Catalog Entry

ITEC 451. Network Design and Analysis
Three hours lecture (3).

Prerequisite: ITEC 350.

Advanced concepts in networking including network administration, security, tuning, etc. Students who have received credit for CPSC 450 may not receive credit for ITEC 451.

2. Detailed Description of Content of Course

This course gives the student a broad knowledge of the field of network communications. The hardware and software aspects of both local and wide area networks are covered. The topics include:

1. Overview of networks and ISO - OSI layered model
2. Physical network media and issues
3. Local area networks and their protocols
4. Data link layer and protocols
5. Network layer and algorithms
6. Transport layer control and protocols
7. Session layer design and management
8. Presentation layer, compression, and cryptography
9. Application layer, file issues, mail, and virtual terminals
10. Queueing theory
11. Modeling networks and simulation software

These topics represent the fundamentals of computer networks and are covered in virtually all introductory text books.

3. Detailed Description of Conduct of Course

A number of student implemented simulations is a key to demonstrating the different aspects of network design and performance. These simulations may be developed either individually or in groups.

4. Goals and Objectives of the Course

To provide computer science students with theoretical and practical knowledge of computer networks, allowing them to design and analyze computer network installations.

5. Assessment Measures

Several simulation projects will be completed by each student.

The project grades, in combination with at least one in-class exam and a final exam, will be used to measure each student's performance.

6. Other Course Information

None.

7. Review and Approval

DATE ACTION APPROVAL
April 2005 Updated Robert H. Phillips, Acting Chair