CYBER SECURITY (ENGLISH, THESIS) | |||||
Master | TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 | QF-EHEA: Second Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 7 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
CMP5123 | Computer Networks and Mobile Communications | Spring Fall |
3 | 0 | 3 | 9 |
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
Language of instruction: | English |
Type of course: | Departmental Elective |
Course Level: | |
Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Course Coordinator : | Assist. Prof. ECE GELAL SOYAK |
Course Lecturer(s): |
Assist. Prof. PINAR BÖLÜK Assist. Prof. ECE GELAL SOYAK |
Recommended Optional Program Components: | None |
Course Objectives: | This course aims to equip students with a fundamental understanding of the principles behind wireless communications and networking. The first few weeks explain the layered architecture and the network protocols functioning at these layers. Next, recently emerged computer networking paradigms will be discussed. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; I. Become familiar with the layered network architecture, the function of each layer and the basic protocols in that layer. II. Can analyze and interpret the performance of wireless networks. III. Can understand the contributions and challenges in enabling novel network technologies. IV. Become familiar with emerging network paradigms and technologies. V. Can understand and evaluate research articles on networks in the literature, can report and present their key points. |
This course provides a comprehensive overview of computer networks and mobile communications technologies. The topics include computer networks, Internet, TCP/IP, transport layer protocols, routing layer protocols, medium access control protocols, wireless channel models, packet scheduling, multimedia networks, cellular networks and wireless local area networks. The teaching methods of the course are as follows: - Lecture - Individual Study - Reading - Problem Solving - Discussion - Project Preparation |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | An overview of computer networks, introduction to OSI architecture | |
2) | Wireless communication fundamentals (analog and digital data transmission, fading, MIMO systems) | |
3) | PHY layer (modulation and coding techniques, channel capacity); project definition | |
4) | MAC layer (fixed vs. random access, TDMA, FDMA, CDMA) | |
5) | Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN), IEEE 802.11 Wi-Fi standard | |
6) | Mobile wireless ad hoc networks (MANET) | |
7) | Midterm exam | |
8) | IP addressing, Internet, IPv6 | |
9) | Transport layer services (TCP, UDP, congestion control) | |
10) | Cellular Networks (2G, 3G, 4G, etc) | |
11) | Application layer protocols, Quality of Service (QoS) | |
12) | Network management, security in computer networks | |
13) | Emerging networks: sensor, cognitive, software defined networks (SDN), Internet of Things (IoT) | |
14) | Research paper presentations |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | 1. W. Stallings, “Data and Computer Communications,” Prentice Hall, 8th edition, 2007 2. C. Beard and W. Stallings, “Wireless Communication Networks and Systems”, Pearson, Global edition, 2016 3. T. S. Rappaport, “Wireless Communications: Principles and Practice”, Prentice Hall, 2nd edition, 2002 4. A. L. Garcia, I. Widjaja, “Communication Networks”, Mc Graw Hill, 2nd edition, 2004 5. A. S. Tanenbaum, “Computer Networks”, Prentice Hall, 4th edition, 2002 |
References: | Recent technical papers related to computer networks |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Quizzes | 5 | % 15 |
Project | 1 | % 15 |
Midterms | 1 | % 30 |
Final | 1 | % 40 |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 45 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 55 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 12 | 4.5 | 54 |
Presentations / Seminar | 1 | 15 | 15 |
Project | 1 | 28 | 28 |
Midterms | 1 | 18 | 18 |
Paper Submission | 1 | 20 | 20 |
Final | 1 | 36 | 36 |
Total Workload | 213 |
No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
1) | Understand and implement advanced concepts of Siber Security | |
2) | Use math, science, and modern engineering tools to formulate and solve advenced siber security problems. | |
3) | Review the literature critically pertaining to his/her research projects, and connect the earlier literature to his/her own results | |
4) | Follow, interpret and analyze scientific researches in the field of engineering and use the knowledge in his/her field of study | |
5) | Work effectively in multi-disciplinary research teams | |
6) | Acquire scientific knowledge | |
7) | Find out new methods to improve his/her knowledge. | |
8) | Effectively express his/her research ideas and findings both orally and in writing | |
9) | Defend research outcomes at seminars and conferences. | |
10) | Prepare master thesis and articles about thesis subject clearly on the basis of published documents, thesis, etc. | |
11) | Demonstrate professional and ethical responsibility. |