DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
COURSE INFORMATION SHEET
PROGRAMME: Information Technology
DEGREE: B.Tech
COURSE: Computer Networks
SEMESTER:5 CREDITS:4
COURSE TYPE: CORE /ELECTIVE
/ BREADTH/ S&H : CORE
CONTACT HOURS: 6 hours/Week.
COURSE CODE: CS3591/C511
COURSE AREA/STREAM: Networking &
Communication
CORRESPONDING LAB COURSE CODE (IF ANY): ____
Ms. S. Arockia Rubi
COURSE COORDINATOR NAME
SYLLABUS
Module
I
II
III
IV
V
Details
Hours
Data Communication - Networks – Network Types – Protocol Layering
– TCP/IP Protocol suite – OSI Model – Introduction to Sockets Application Layer protocols: HTTP – FTP – Email protocols (SMTP POP3 - IMAP - MIME) – DNS – SNMP
Introduction - Transport-Layer Protocols: UDP – TCP: Connection
Management – Flow control - Congestion Control - Congestion
avoidance (DECbit, RED) – SCTP – Quality of Service
Switching : Packet Switching - Internet protocol - IPV4 – IP Addressing
– Subnetting - IPV6, ARP, RARP, ICMP, DHCP
Routing and protocols: Unicast routing - Distance Vector Routing - RIP Link State Routing – OSPF – Path-vector routing - BGP - Multicast
Routing: DVMRP – PIM
Data Link Layer – Framing – Flow control – Error control – Data-Link
Layer Protocols – HDLC – PPP - Media Access Control – Ethernet
Basics – CSMA/CD – Virtual LAN – Wireless LAN (802.11) - Physical
Layer: Data and Signals - Performance – Transmission media- Switching
– Circuit Switching.
TOTAL HOURS
TEXT/REFERENCE BOOKS:
10
9
7
7
12
45
T/R BOOK TITLE/AUTHORS/PUBLICATION
James F. Kurose, Keith W. Ross, Computer Networking, A Top-Down Approach
T1
Featuring the Internet, Eighth Edition, Pearson Education, 2021.
Behrouz A. Forouzan, Data Communications and Networking with TCP/IP
T2
Protocol Suite, Sixth Edition TMH, 2022
Larry L. Peterson, Bruce S. Davie, Computer Networks: A Systems Approach, Fifth
R1
Edition, Morgan Kaufmann Publishers Inc., 2012.
William Stallings, Data and Computer Communications, Tenth Edition, Pearson
R2
Education, 2013.
Nader F. Mir, Computer and Communication Networks, Second Edition, Prentice Hall,
R3
2014.
Ying-Dar Lin, Ren-Hung Hwang, Fred Baker, “Computer Networks: An Open Source
R4
Approach”, McGraw Hill, 2012.
COURSE PRE-REQUISITES:
C.CODE
COURSE NAME
MA3354 Discrete Mathematics
CS3451 Introduction to Operating Systems
DESCRIPTION
Graph Theory for Routing Algorithms
Understanding of Operating Systems
SEM
III
IV
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
1 To understand the concept of layering in networks.
2 To know the functions of protocols of each layer of TCP/IP protocol suite.
3 To visualize the end-to-end flow of information.
4 To learn the functions of network layer and the various routing protocols.
5 To familiarize the functions and protocols of the Transport layer.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
Course Code and Name : CS3591 - Computer Networks
CO Statements
Knowledge Level
The students should be able to
C511.1 Explain the basic layers and its functions in computer networks.
K2
C511.2 Understand the basics of how data flows from one node to another.
K2
C511.3 Analyze routing algorithms.
K4
C511.4 Describe protocols for various functions in the network.
K2
C511.5 Analyze the working of various application layer protocols.
K4
CORELATION BETWEEN COURSE OUTCOMES AND PROGRAMME OUTCOMES
Subject
Course
Outcome
C511.1
C511.2
C511.3
C511.4
C511.5
C511
CO Vs PO
Computer Networks
PO1
PO2
PO3
PO4
PO5
PO6
PO7
PO8
PO9
PO10
PO11
PO12
PSO1
PSO2
PSO3
1
3
3
1
1
1.8
3
2
2
1
3
2.2
1
2
1
2
2
1.6
3
1
3
3
3
2.6
2
2
1
3
1
1.8
-
-
-
1
1
2
3
2
1.8
1
2
2
3
1
1.8
3
2
1
1
3
2
1
3
3
1
3
2.2
2
3
3
3
1
2.4
3
2
2
2
1
2.2
2
1
1
2
2
1.8
JUSTIFICATION FOR CORELATION
Course
Mapped with
Outcome
Justification
POs
Number
PO1 (Low)
PO2 (High)
PO3 (Low)
PO4 (High)
CO1
It involves Strong theory in science and mathematics related to
the basic layers and its functions in computer networks.
It provides basic idea in first principles of mathematics, science,
and engineering sciences related to the basic layers and its
functions in computer networks.
It involves providing fair idea in finding solution to complex
problems related to the basic layers and its functions in computer
networks.
It involves providing Strong idea for design of experiments and
synthesis of information related to the basic layers and its
functions in computer networks.
PO5 (Medium)
It provides fair idea in applying modern engineering and IT tools
related to the basics of how data flows from one node to another.
PO9 (Low)
It provides basic idea to understand the Individual and team work
to the basic layers and its functions in computer networks.
PO10 (Low)
PO11 (High)
It involves basic idea for Communicate effectively on complex
engineering activities related to the basic layers and its functions
in computer networks.
It provides Strong idea to understand the Project management and
finance related to the basic layers and its functions in computer
networks.
CO2
PO12 (Low)
It involves basic theory for design of experiments and synthesis of
information related to the basic layers and its functions in
computer networks.
PO1 (High)
It involves Strong theory in science and mathematics related to
the basics of how data flows from one node to another.
PO2 (Medium)
It involves fair theory with first principles of mathematics,
science, and engineering sciences related to the basics of how data
flows from one node to another.
PO3 (Medium)
It involves basic theory providing solution to complex problems
related to the basics of how data flows from one node to another.
PO4 (Low)
It involves fair theory for design of experiments and synthesis of
information related to the basics of how data flows from one node
to another.
PO5 (Medium)
It provides fair idea in applying modern engineering and IT tools
related to the basics of how data flows from one node to another.
PO9 (Medium)
It provides fair idea to understand the Individual and team work to
the basics of how data flows from one node to another.
PO10 (Medium)
PO11 (Medium)
PO12 (Low)
It involves fair idea for Communicate effectively on complex
engineering activities related the basics of how data flows from
one node to another.
It provides fair idea to understand the Project management and
finance related to the basics of how data flows from one node to
another.
It involves basic theory for design of experiments and synthesis of
information related to the basics of how data flows from one node
to another.
PO1 (Medium)
It involves fair theory in science and mathematics related to
routing algorithms.
PO2 (Medium)
It involves fair theory with first principles of mathematics,
science, and engineering sciences related to routing algorithms.
PO3 (High)
It involves Strong theory providing solution to complex problems
related to routing algorithms.
PO4 (Medium)
It involves fair theory for design of experiments and synthesis of
information related to routing algorithms.
CO3
CO4
PO5 (Low)
It provides basic idea in applying modern engineering and IT tools
related to routing algorithms.
PO9 (High)
It provides Strong idea to understand the Individual and team
work to apply routing algorithms.
PO10 (High)
It involves Strong idea for Communicate effectively on complex
engineering activities related routing algorithms.
PO11(Low)
It provides basic idea to understand the Project management and
finance related to apply routing algorithms.
PO12 (Medium)
It provides fair idea in applying modern engineering and IT tools
related to apply routing algorithms.
PO1 (Low)
It involves basic theory in science and mathematics related to
protocols for various functions in the network
PO2 (High)
It involves Strong theory with first principles of mathematics,
science, and engineering sciences related to protocols for various
functions in the network.
PO3 (Low)
It involves basic theory providing solution to complex problems
related to protocols for various functions in the network
PO4 (High)
It involves Strong theory for design of experiments and synthesis
of information related to protocols for various functions in the
network.
PO5 (Low)
It provides fair idea in applying modern engineering and IT tools
related to protocols for various functions in the network.
PO9 (Low)
It provides basic idea to understand the Individual and team work
to protocols for various functions in the network
PO10 (Medium)
It involves fair idea for Communicate effectively on complex
engineering activities related to protocols for various functions in
the network.
PO11 (Low)
It provides basic idea to understand the Project management and
finance related to protocols for various functions in the network.
PO12 (Low)
It provides basic idea in applying modern engineering and IT tools
related to protocols for various functions in the network
CO5
PO1 (Medium)
It involves fair theory in science and mathematics related to
working of various application layer protocols.
PO2 (Medium)
It involves fair theory with first principles of mathematics,
science, and engineering sciences related to the working of various
application layer protocols.
PO3 (Medium)
It involves fair theory providing solution to complex problems
related to the working of various application layer protocols.
PO4 (Medium)
It involves fair theory for design of experiments and synthesis of
information related to the working of various application layer
protocols.
PO5 (Medium)
It provides fair idea in applying modern engineering and IT tools
related to the working of various application layer protocols.
PO9 (Medium)
It provides fair idea to understand the Individual and team work to
the working of various application layer protocols.
PO10 (Medium)
PO11 (Medium)
PO12 (Low)
the
It involves fair idea for Communicate effectively on complex
engineering activities related to the working of various application
layer protocols.
It provides fair idea to understand the Project management and
finance related to the working of various application layer
protocols.
It involves basic theory for design of experiments and synthesis of
information related to the working of various application layer
protocols.
CORELATION BETWEEN COURSE OUTCOMES AND PROGRAMME SPECIFIC
OUTCOMES
CO
PSO 1
PSO 2
PSO 3
2
3
2
C511.1
3
2
1
C511.2
3
2
1
C511.3
3
2
2
C511.4
1
1
2
C511.5
C511
2.4
2.2
1.8
JUSTIFICATION FOR CORELATION
Course
Outcome
Number
Mapped with PSOs
PSO1 (High)
PSO2 (Medium)
CO1
PSO3 (Low)
PSO1 (High)
PSO2 (Medium)
CO2
PSO3 (High)
PSO1 (Low)
Justification
It involves strong theory for develop and implement AI-based
processes for effective decision-making in diverse domains,
including business and governance, by integrating domain-specific
knowledge and advanced techniques related to the basic layers and
its functions in computer networks.
It involves fair theory by utilize data analysis to derive actionable
insights and foresights, enabling the solution of complex business
and engineering problems related to the basic layers and its
functions in computer networks.
It involves basic theory to apply theoretical knowledge of AI and
Data Analytics, along with practical tools and techniques, to
address societal problems, demonstrating proficiency in data
analytics, visualization, and project coordination skills related to
the basic layers and its functions in computer networks.
It involves strong theory for develop and implement AI-based
processes for effective decision-making in diverse domains,
including business and governance, by integrating domain-specific
knowledge and advanced techniques related to the basics of how
data flows from one node to another.
It involves fair theory by utilize data analysis to derive actionable
insights and foresights, enabling the solution of complex business
and engineering problems related to the basics of how data flows
from one node to another.
It involves strong theory to apply theoretical knowledge of AI and
Data Analytics, along with practical tools and techniques, to
address societal problems, demonstrating proficiency in data
analytics, visualization, and project coordination skills related to
the basics of how data flows from one node to another.
It involves basic theory for develop and implement AI-based
processes for effective decision-making in diverse domains,
including business and governance, by integrating domain-specific
knowledge and advanced techniques related to analyze routing
algorithms.
CO3
PSO2 (Low)
PSO3 (High)
PSO1 (Low)
PSO2 (High)
CO4
PSO3 (Low)
PSO1 (Medium)
It involves basic theory by utilize data analysis to derive actionable
insights and foresights, enabling the solution of complex business
and engineering problems related to analyze routing algorithms.
It involves strong theory to apply theoretical knowledge of AI and
Data Analytics, along with practical tools and techniques, to
address societal problems, demonstrating proficiency in data
analytics, visualization, and project coordination skills related to
analyze routing algorithms.
It involves basic theory for develop and implement AI-based
processes for effective decision-making in diverse domains,
including business and governance, by integrating domain-specific
knowledge and advanced techniques related to protocols for
various functions in the network
It involves strong theory with creating innovative career paths
related to design, train, and optimize neural networks to protocols
for various functions in the network
It involves basic theory to apply theoretical knowledge of AI and
Data Analytics, along with practical tools and techniques, to
address societal problems, demonstrating proficiency in data
analytics, visualization, and project coordination skills r related to
protocols for various functions in the network
It involves fair theory for develop and implement AI-based
processes for effective decision-making in diverse domains,
including business and governance, by integrating domain-specific
knowledge and advanced techniques related to the working of
various application layer protocols.
PSO2 (Medium)
It involves fair theory by utilize data analysis to derive actionable
insights and foresights, enabling the solution of complex business
and engineering problems related to the working of various
application layer protocols.
PSO3 (Medium)
It involves fair theory to apply theoretical knowledge of AI and
Data Analytics, along with practical tools and techniques, to
address societal problems, demonstrating proficiency in data
analytics, visualization, and project coordination skills related to
the working of various application layer protocols.
CO5
WEB SOURCE REFERENCES:
1 https://onlinecourses.nptel.ac.in/noc21_cs15
2
3
4
5
DELIVERY/INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGIES:
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CHALK &
TALK
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BOARDS
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STUD.
ASSIGNMENT
STUD.
SEMINARS
WEB
RESOURCES
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TUTORIAL
DELIVERY METHODS USED FOR EACH COURSE OUT COME
SNO
DELIVERY METHODS
C211.1
CHALK & TALK, STUD. ASSIGNMENT, TUTORIAL
C211.2
CHALK & TALK, STUD. ASSIGNMENT, TUTORIAL
C211.3
CHALK & TALK , STUD.ASSIGNMENT, WEB RESOURCES
C211.4
CHALK & TALK, LCD/SMART BOARDS, WEB RESOURCES, TUTORIAL
C211.5
CHALK & TALK, STUD. ASSIGNMENT, LCD/SMART BOARDS, WEB
RESOURCES
ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGIES-DIRECT
 ASSIGNMENTS
 STUD.
SEMINARS
ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGIES-INDIRECT
STUDENT FEEDBACK ON FACULTY (ONCE)
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TESTS/MODEL
EXAMS
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UNIV.
EXAMINATION
ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGIES USED FOR EACH COURSE OUT COME
SNO
ASSESSMENT
ASSESSMENT
METHODOLOGIES-DIRECT
METHODOLOGIES-INDIRECT
ASSIGNMENTS, UNIV. EXAMINATION, STUD.
C211.1
C211.2
SEMINARS, TESTS/MODEL EXAMS
UNIV. EXAMINATION, TESTS/MODEL EXAMS,
STUDENT FEEDBACK ON FACULTY
STUDENT FEEDBACK ON FACULTY
UNIV. EXAMINATION, TESTS/MODEL EXAMS,
C211.3
C211.4
ASSIGNMENTS
UNIV. EXAMINATION, TESTS/MODEL EXAMS
STUDENT FEEDBACK ON FACULTY
STUDENT FEEDBACK ON FACULTY
ASSIGNMENTS, UNIV. EXAMINATION,
C211.5
TESTS/MODEL EXAMS
Prepared by
(Course Coordinator)
STUDENT FEEDBACK ON FACULTY
Approved by
(Programme Coordinator)