Computer Networks
Study plans 2016-2017
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IMT2006
- 10 ECTS
Prerequisite(s)
no prerequisits
On the basis of
"Introduction to IT-Operations and Information Security" and "Mathematics for Computer Science"
Expected learning outcomes
Knowledge:
Skills:
General competence:
Objectives: |
Topic(s)
Basics of computer networks The topics covered could include, but are not limited, to: - Data link and physical layer (e.g. Ethernet) - Network layer (e.g. IP, ICMP, routing) - Network addressing (e.g. IP addressing) - Transport layer (e.g. TCP, UDP) - Application layer (e.g. HTTP, SMTP, DNS) - Switching (VLANs) - Routing Concepts and protocols (e.g. RIP, OSPF, EIGRP) - Access Control Lists (ACL) - Network services (e.g. DHCP, NAT) - LAN Redundancy (e.g. STP) - Link Aggregation (e.g. EtherChannel) |
Teaching Methods
Lectures
Group works
Other
Teaching Methods (additional text)
Lectures Self Study Laboratory work (attendance in Gjøvik is mandatory!) Exercises |
Form(s) of Assessment
Written exam, 5 hours
Form(s) of Assessment (additional text)
Grading Scale
Alphabetical Scale, A(best) – F (fail)
External/internal examiner
Evaluated by internal examiner, external examiner is used periodically (every five years, next time in 2017/2018) Alternatively to the external grading an external supervisor can evaluate the course structure, course content and the content of the exams. |
Re-sit examination
Re-sit examiniation in August. |
Tillatte hjelpemidler
Code D: No printed or hand-written support material is allowed. A specific basic calculator is allowed.
Read more about permitted examination aids.
Coursework Requirements
4 mandatory assignments must be approved before the student is allowed to take the written exam.
Teaching Materials
CISCO NetAcademy teaching materials. Handout articles. Kurose, J. and Ross, K.W. (2008): Computer Networking: A Top-Down Approach, sixth edition. Addison- Wesley (recommended background material). |
Replacement course for
IMT2431
Additional information
It will be possible for students to take selected CCNA module exams corresponding to the course curriculum to get CISCO vouchers for later external CISCO certifications (not handled by NTNU). Please note that this arrangement is subject to CISCO’s certification policies and might change accordingly. Furthermore, the results of the module exams do not count with respect to this course’s grading.
Admission to a programme of study is required:
One-year study programme in Computer Science (ÅRINF)
Bachelor in IT Operations and Information Security (BITSEC)