Computer Networks
Computer Programming
Vocational School of Kocaeli
Short Cycle (Associate's Degree)
| Course Unit Title | Course Unit Code | Type of Course Unit | Level of Course Unit | Year of Study | Semester | ECTS Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Networks | BPP208 | Elective | Associate degree | 2 | Spring | 4 |
Name of Lecturer(s)
Lecturer Burak ÇAKIR
Lecturer Birsen KÖSELE BAYHAN
Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
1) Explain computer networks
2) Explain cable types used for computer networks, and their features
3) Explain computer network layers and applications
4) Classify computer networks
5) Explain network security concepts
Program Competencies-Learning Outcomes Relation
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| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | ||
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| 1 | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | Middle | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | |
| 2 | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | High | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | |
| 3 | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | High | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | |
| 4 | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | High | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | |
| 5 | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | High | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | |
Mode of Delivery
Face to Face
Prerequisites and Co-Requisites
None
Recommended Optional Programme Components
There is not.
Course Contents
This course provides the students with the knowledge on computer networks (LAN, MAN, WAN concepts, network elements), cables used in computer networks (cables and wiring techniques used in networks), network hardware units (repeater, bridge and router), network protocols (the history of network protocols, addressing and identification, file transfer protocol, FTP, TELNET, SMTP electronic mail, and DNS (Domain Name Server)).
Weekly Schedule
1) Introduction to computer networks2) Architecture of computer networks and components
3) Communication cards, cabled communication and cable types
4) Network types; Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks
5) Metropolitan Area Networks, Network Topologies
6) Star, Bus and Ring Architecture
7) ATM architecture, feature and communication
8) Midterm examination/Assessment
9) Network protocols
10) Number systems and MAC addressing
11) Ethernet definition and features
12) Network configuration
13) IP addressing and routing protocols
14) Layer structures, definitions and features
15) General revision
16) Final examination
Recommended or Required Reading
1- Bilgisayar Ağları, D. Öner, Papatya Yayıncılık, 2010
2- Bilgisayar Ağları / Herkes İçin!, J. F. Kurose, K. W. Ross, Alfa Yayınları, 2007
3- Bilgisayar Ağları ve Güvenliği, A. Özbilen, Pusula Yayıncılık, 2005
4- Bilgisayar Ağları, Baykal N.(2001). Ankara, SAS Bilişim,
5- Computer Networks, Andrew Tanenbaum, David Wetheral, 2010.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1) Lecture
2) Question-Answer
3) Discussion
4) Drill and Practice
5) Demonstration
6) Group Study
7) Case Study
8) Lab / Workshop
9) Self Study
10) Problem Solving
11) Project Based Learning
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Contribution of Midterm Examination to Course Grade |
30% |
|---|---|
Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade |
70% |
Total |
100% |
Language of Instruction
Turkish
Work Placement(s)
Not Required