Communication Networks Technology

Year
0
Academic year
2020-2021
Code
02035215
Subject Area
Telecommunications
Language of Instruction
Portuguese
Other Languages of Instruction
English
Mode of Delivery
Face-to-face
ECTS Credits
6.0
Type
Elective
Level
2nd Cycle Studies - Mestrado

Recommended Prerequisites

Communication Networks Engineering.

Teaching Methods

The topics of the syllabus will be presented in detail, in terms of fundamental concepts and principles, complemented by the resolution of practical exercises that will help the students in consolidating their knowledge.

Computational works on the different topics of the syllabus will be performed by the students, with the possibility of an in-depth study of a specific topic by the students, who will then perform an oral presentation of their work, subject to an open discussion (where the participation of the students will be valued).  

Learning Outcomes

With this curricular unit, the students are expected to learn about the technologies in current and emergent networks. Knowledge on the structure of fundamental elements in the networks (routers and switches) will be acquired by the students, along with the mechanisms to guarantee the quality of service in networks. MPLS (Multiprotocol Label Switching) networks will be studied as a technology that allows for the implementation of traffic engineering techniques in networks.

Basic concepts of cloud computing will be studied, so that the students may understand the connections between different components in order to build Data Center Networks.

The students will also gain knowledge on new paradigms in network management and control, namely by introducing the concept of Software Defined Networks. Finally, sensor networks will be studied, providing the students with knowledge regarding their structure and some specific issues in protocols in the context of wireless sensor networks.

Work Placement(s)

No

Syllabus

1. Router and switch architectures

2. Quality of Service

3. MPLS networks

4. Concepts of Cloud Computing

5. New paradigms in network management and control

6. Sensor Networks.  

Head Lecturer(s)

Jorge Miguel Sá Silva

Assessment Methods

Assessment 1
Synthesis work: 25.0%
Laboratory work or Field work: 25.0%
Exam: 50.0%

Assessment 2
Synthesis work: 25.0%
Laboratory work or Field work: 25.0%
Frequency: 50.0%

Bibliography

- N. F. Mir, Computer and Communication Networks, 2nd edition, Prentice-Hall, 2015.

- C. Larsson, Design of Modern Communication Networks – Methods and Applications, Elsevier, 2014.

- W. Stallings, Data and Computer Communications, 10th edition, Pearson, 2014.

- M. Barreiros, P. Lundqvist, QoS-Enabled Networks: tools and foundations, 2nd edition, John Wiley & Sons, 2016