EC0401 computer communication (July 2014)
Course Description
SRM University
Faculty of Engineering and Technology
Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering
EC0401 Computer Communication
Seventh Semester, 2014-15 (odd semester)
Course description
1. This course is offered to make the students understand the basics of data communication and networking.
2. To understand the functions and services of all Seven layers of OSI model.
3. To get a complete knowledge of the network layer routing protocols.
4. To know the protocols used in OSI Upper layers and to get an idea of latest network technologies.
Instructional Objectives (IOs):
1. To study the functionalities of OSI Model, basics of data communication and networking.
Compulsory/Elective course: Compulsory for ECE students.
Credit hours: 3 credits.
Course coordinator: Mr. S. Manikandaswamy (O.G).
Course Instructor(s)
Name of the
instructor
Class
Venue
Mr.G.Elavel
Visuvanathan
A
1103
Mr. U. Ragavendran
B
1104
Mr. M.Ramchandran
C
1105
Mrs. Suvarnamma
D
1106
Mr. S. Manikandaswamy
E
1201
Mr. Praveen Kumar
F
1202
Mrs. R. Vinolee
G
1203
Class hours
Day 2- 1 & 3,
Day 5- 2 & 6
Day 1 – 1, Day 3 –
2 & 6, Day 5 - 4
Day 1 – 2 & 4, Day
2 - 2, Day 4 - 1
Day 2- 1 & 2,
Day 3 – 5, Day 5 - 2
Day 2 – 2 & 6, Day
4 – 5, Day 5 - 1
Day 1 – 3, Day 3 –
1 & 5, Day 5 - 3
Day 1 – 1 & 6, Day
2 – 5, Day 4 – 2
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Email
(domain: @ktr.srmuniv.ac.in)
elavelvisuvanathan.g
Ragavendran.u
ramachandran.md
Suvarnamm.a
Manikandaswamy.s
Praveenkumar.se
Vinolee.r
Consultations
Day-3 : AN
Day-5 : AN
Day-3 : AN
Day-2 : 6 & 7
Day-5 : AN
Day-1 : AN
Day-2 : 6 & 7
EC0401 computer communication (July 2014)
Name of the
instructor
Class
Mrs. S.Latha
H
Venue
Class hours
Day 1 – 3 & 6, Day
3 – 1, Day 4 – 5
1204
Email
(domain: @ktr.srmuniv.ac.in)
Consultations
Day-5 : AN
latha.su
Relationship to other courses
Pre-requisites
:
Nil.
Assumed knowledge
:
Basic knowledge in data communication, as well as networking
concepts such as TCP/IP protocols.
Following courses
:
EC0403 Wireless Communication, EC0015 Mobile Computing.
Text book(s) and/or required materials
T1. Behrouz A.Fehrouzan, “Data communication & Networking” Mc-Graw Hill, 3rd edition, 2004.
T2. Andrew S.Tanenbaum, “Computer Networks”, 4th edition, Pearson education, 1999.
T3. W.Stallings, “Data & computer communication”, 2nd Edition, NY Pearson, 1988.
T4. Rarnier Handel, N.Huber, Schroder, “ATM Networks Concepts ,Protocols Applications’’, Addison
Welsey, 1999.
Computer usage: (if any) Network Stimulation Lab.
Detailed Session Plan
Session
Topics
Problem
solving
(Yes/No)
Text /
Chapter
Correlation of Topics
with Instructional
Objectives (IOs) &
Pgm. Outcomes (POs)
IOs
Pos
1
Introduction to Data transfer modes
No
[T1] chapter – 1
1
d, j
2
Telephone system, Protocols & standards
No
[T1] chapter – 2
1
d, j, k
Yes
[T1] chapter – 6
1
d, j, k
Yes
[T1] chapter – 6
1
d, j, k
No
[T2] chapter – 8
1
d, j, k
Yes
[T1] chapter – 1
1
d, j, k
Multiplexing- FDM
3
4
Multiplexing- TDM &Types
5
Circuit switching, Message & packet
switching
6
Introduction to LAN, MAN & WAN
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EC0401 computer communication (July 2014)
Session
Topics
Problem
solving
(Yes/No)
Text /
Chapter
Correlation of Topics
with Instructional
Objectives (IOs) &
Pgm. Outcomes (POs)
IOs
Pos
7
Network topologies
Yes
[T1] chapter – 1
1
d, j, k
8
IEEE standards for LAN-Ethernet
No
[T2] chapter – 4
1
d, j, k
9
IEEE standards for LAN-Token Ring & Bus
No
[T2] chapter – 4
1
d, j, k
10
Introduction to network reference model
No
[T1] chapter – 2
1
d, j, k
11
OSI layer architecture
No
[T1] chapter – 2
1
d, j, k
12
OSI seven layer functions
No
[T1] chapter – 2
1
d, j, k
13
Issues in data traffic over network
No
[T1] chapter – 23
1
d, j, k
14
Physical layer standards
No
[T1] chapter – 7
1
d, j, k
15
Data link control–Error Control
No
[T1] chapter – 10
1
d, j, k
16
Data link control protocol Flow
No
[T1] chapter – 2
1
d, j, k
17
control- ARQ schemes
No
[T1] chapter – 11
1
d, j, k
No
[T1] chapter – 11
1
d, j, k
18
HDLC protocol
19
Need for Internetworking, Addressing
Yes
[T1] chapter – 19
1
d, j, k
20
Routing Issues
No
[T1] chapter – 19
1
d, j, k
21
Routing Algorithms
Yes
[T2] chapter – 5
1
d, j, k
22
Network Layer Protocols- ARP/RARP
Yes
[T1] chapter – 20
1
d, j, k
23
Internet protocol (IPV4/V6)
Yes
[T1] chapter – 20
1
d, j, k
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EC0401 computer communication (July 2014)
Session
Topics
Problem
solving
(Yes/No)
Text /
Chapter
Correlation of Topics
with Instructional
Objectives (IOs) &
Pgm. Outcomes (POs)
IOs
Pos
24
Congestion control mechanism
No
[T1] chapter – 23
1
d, j, k
25
Congestion Control mechanism
No
[T1] chapter – 23
1
d, j, k
26
Flow control mechanism
No
[T1] chapter – 11
1
d, j, k
27
TCP/IP model
No
[T3] chapter – 2
1
d, j, k
28
Transport Layer services, Elements
No
[T2] chapter – 6
1
d, j, k
29
Transport layer functions & issues
No
[T2] chapter – 6
1
d, j, k
30
Transport layer Protocol –TCP
No
[T1] chapter – 22
1
d, j, k
31
Transport layer Protocol –UDP
No
[T1] chapter – 22
1
d, j, k
32
Session layer functions
No
[T1] chapter – 1
1
d, j, k
33
Session layer procedure
No
[T1] Chapter – 24
1
d, j, k
34
Presentation layer functions
No
[T1] Chapter – 29
1
d, j, k
35
Presentation layer –Security overview
No
[T1] Chapter – 29
1
d, j, k
36
Comparison of OSI Higher layers
No
[T1] Chapter – 24
1
d, j, k
37
Introduction to Application layer
No
[T1] Chapter – 26
1
d, j, k
38
Email
No
[T1] Chapter – 26
1
d, j
39
FTP
No
[T1] Chapter – 26
1
d, j
40
HTTP
No
[T1] Chapter – 27
1
d, j
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EC0401 computer communication (July 2014)
Session
Problem
solving
(Yes/No)
Topics
Text /
Chapter
Correlation of Topics
with Instructional
Objectives (IOs) &
Pgm. Outcomes (POs)
IOs
Pos
41
Introduction to data compression
No
[T1] Chapter – 28
1
d, j, k
42
Introduction to ISDN
No
[T4] Chapter – 1
1
d, j
43
Broadband ISDN Features
No
[T4] Chapter – 1
1
d, j
44
Introduction to ATM Concept
No
[T1] Chapter – 18
1
d, j
45
ATM Adaptation layers & formats
No
[T1] Chapter – 18
1
d, j, k
Internal assessment
Cycle Test – I
Cycle Test – II
Model Test
Surprise Test
Attendance
-
10 Marks
10 Marks
20 Marks
05 Marks
05 Marks
Prepared by: Mr. S.Manikandaswamy
Dated: 03/07/2014
Revision No.: 00
Date of revision: NA
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Revised by:
EC0401 computer communication (July 2014)
Program Educational Objectives
1.
To prepare students to compete for a successful career in Electronics and Communication
Engineering profession through global education standards.
2.
To enable the students to aptly apply their acquired knowledge in basic sciences and mathematics in
solving Electronics and Communication Engineering problems.
3.
To produce skillful graduates to analyze, design and develop a system/component/ process for the
required needs under the realistic constraints.
4.
To train the students to approach ethically any multidisciplinary engineering challenges with
economic, environmental and social contexts.
5.
To create awareness among the students about the need for lifelong learning to succeed in their
professional career as Electronics and Communication Engineers.
Program Outcomes
a. an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering.
b. an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
c. an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints
such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and
sustainability.
d. an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams.
e. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.
f. an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
g. an ability to communicate effectively.
h. the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global,
economic, environmental, and societal context.
i. a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning.
j. a knowledge of contemporary issues.
k. an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering
practice.
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