COMPUTER ENGINEERING
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
CMP4503	Advanced Computer Networks	Spring	3	0	3	6

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Basic information

Language of instruction:
Type of course:	Departmental Elective
Course Level:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ECE GELAL SOYAK
Course Objectives:	This course covers current topics related to computer networks. The aim of the course is to examine the various solutions provided through computer networks (e.g., video transfer, smart cities, distributed computing, scalable algorithms).

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
I. Becoming familiar with emerging network paradigms such as Internet of Things and Software Defined Networks.
II. Understanding of various network infrastructures such as Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) and Content Delivery Network (CDN).
III. Understanding network fundamentals such as distributed systems and network security.
IV. Gaining a deep understanding of the trade-offs in improving network performance.
V. Gaining practice in critically understanding and presenting new network architectures and technologies.

Course Content

Within the scope of the course, basic concepts and technologies related to modern computer networks are taught. The content to be covered in the course is gathered under three main topics: (1) wireless networks and protocols, (2) virtualization in networks, (3) data centers and cloud computing.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction, network design principles overview
2)	Home networks, Wi-Fi
3)	Internet Service Providers, Content Distribution Networks
4)	Sensor and ad hoc networks, routing, Internet of Things
5)	Wireless mesh networks
6)	Introduction to distributed systems
7)	Mid-term review
8)	Software-Defined Networks, network virtualization
9)	Cloud networks, data center networks
10)	Multimedia networks, multicasting
11)	Edge computing
12)	Network security
13)	Final presentations (I)
14)	Final presentations (II)

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:
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Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Quizzes	10	% 40
Project	1	% 30
Final	1	% 30
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 60
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	3	42
Study Hours Out of Class	14	2	28
Presentations / Seminar	1	1	1
Project	1	20	20
Quizzes	6	1	6
Final	1	2	2
Total Workload			99

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and computer engineering; the ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.
2)	Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3)	Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4)	Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in computer engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
5)	Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex engineering problems or computer engineering research topics.
6)	Ability to work effectively within and multi-disciplinary teams; individual study skills.
7)	Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written Turkish; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write active reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8)	Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology and to renew continuously.
9)	To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; information on the standards used in engineering applications.
10)	Information on business practices such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11)	Knowledge of the effects of engineering practices on health, environment and safety in the universal and social scale and the problems of the era reflected in engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.