Computer networks: information transfer
[INGI2141]
[30h + 30h] 5 credits
This course is taught in the 1st semester.
Teacher(s): Olivier Bonaventure
Language: English
Level: Second
Aims
- To understand and explain the functions used to fulfill those requirements in the different layers of the networking reference model
- To understand and explain how those functions are implemented in the Internet protocols
- To select the appropriate solution based on the application's requirements
Main themes
- Reference model used in computer networks
- Reliable transport of information in data networks : mechanisms and protocols
- Interconnection of networks, addressing, routing : mechanisms and protocols
- Local Area, Metropolitan and Wide Area Networks
Content and teaching methods
Other information (prerequisite, evaluation (assessment methods), course materials recommended readings, ...)
(1) Programming with a high-level language
(2) Basic knowledge of hardware and operating systems (SINF1252,
INGI2113/INGI2114)
- Reference
J. Kurose, K. Ross, Computer Networking : a top-down approach featuring the Internet, Addison-Wesley, 2002
- Remark: see also http://www.icampus.ucl.ac.be/INGI2141