Computer Networking (Level 11) (P00892)

? Credit Points : 10 ? SCQF Level : 11 ? Acronym : INF-P-CN

Computer networking is a major area of interest in practical computer science. This course aims to give students a perspective on the many and diverse techniques and structures used in communications networks. Additionally it covers recent developments in the area and future trends

Entry Requirements

? Pre-requisites : PGs only.

Subject Areas

Home subject area

Computer Science, (School of Informatics, Schedule O)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : Postgraduate

? Delivery Period : Semester 1 (Blocks 1-2)

? Contact Teaching Time : 2 hour(s) per week for 10 weeks

First Class Information

Date	Start	End	Room	Area	Additional Information
22/09/2005	10:00	11:00	Lecture Room 3, Ashworth Labs	KB

All of the following classes

Type	Day	Start	End	Area
Lecture	Monday	10:00	10:50	KB
Lecture	Thursday	10:00	10:50	KB

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

-Knowledge of key concepts, protocols and algorithms in networking.
-An understanding of the complexity of networks, their structure and utility.
-An insight into likely future developments in the field of networking.
-The ability to write and present clear and concise descriptions of complex issues.