MECHATRONICS 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
COP4419 Wissen Akademi – Network Systems Engineering Fall 3 0 3 6
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi YÜCEL BATU SALMAN
Course Lecturer(s): Prof. Dr. TAŞKIN KOÇAK
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi TARKAN AYDIN
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi CEMAL OKAN ŞAKAR
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi YÜCEL BATU SALMAN
Recommended Optional Program Components: None.
Course Objectives: The students will use the state-of-the-art Cisco wireline infrastructure equipment in our Computer Networks and Mobile Communications Laboratory. The equipments are given by Wissen Academy. The students are expected to acquire a very valuable knowledge on fundamentals of networking switching and routing standards as well as gain hands-on experience using, programming, setting up and maintenance of the Cisco networking equipments.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Learning basics of Cisco networking equipment
2. Improving students' practical experiences
3. Learning the basic requirements for a network switching
4. Learning to provide programming and installation
5. Equipment maintenance and use of the achievements of providing information about

Course Content

This course covers comprehensive overview of networking;

1)switching;
2)local area networks;
3)routing;
4)Cisco router series,
5)Cisco switches,
6)wireless network security,
7)firewalls.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Intro. To Cisco Catalyst switches, Principles of switching and MAC adresses
2) Boot procedure of a switch, How to use IOS operating system
3) Virtual Local Area Networks, VLAN Trunking (802.1Q, ISL)
4) STP, VTP and DTP protocols, IP addresses, IP address classes
5) Subnetting/supernetting, VLSM / CIDR
6) DHCP, DNS
7) Cisco Router Series, WAN cards and other modules
8) IOS operating system, Resetting the password of a router
9) Static Routing, RIPv2 Dynamic Routing Protocol, EIGRP Protocol
10) OSPF Protocol, Wireless Network Technologies, Wireless Network Devices
11) SSID, BSSID concepts , Wireless LAN security , Attacks from inside of Network , Attacks from outside of Network
12) Network Security Criteria, Network Security Devices, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Address Translation (NAT)
13) Secure access with Access Control Lists (ACL) and Firewalls, WAN Principles
14) WAN Modules, HDLC, PPP, Frame Relay

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: None.
References: None.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 10
Laboratory 14 % 20
Homework Assignments 5 % 10
Project 1 % 10
Midterms 2 % 20
Final 1 % 30
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 12 3 36
Project 1 20 20
Homework Assignments 5 4 20
Midterms 2 2 4
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 124

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

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Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Build up a body of knowledge in mathematics, science and Mechatronics Engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve complex engineering problems.
2) Identify, formulate, and solve complex Mechatronics Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose.
3) Design complex Mechatronic systems, processes, devices or products under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4) Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Mechatronics Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively.
5) Design and conduct numerical or pysical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Mechatronics Engineering.
6) Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Mechatronics-related problems.
7) Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. Write and understand reports, prepare design and production reports, deliver effective presentations, give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Recognize the need for life-long learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate oneself.
9) Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behave accordingly. Be informed about the standards used in Mechatronics Engineering applications.
10) Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11) Acquire knowledge about the effects of practices of Mechatronics Engineering on health, environment, security in universal and social scope, and the contemporary problems of Mechatronics engineering; is aware of the legal consequences of Mechatronics engineering solutions.