INF-2300 Computer networks

Work Load 10  credits (ECTS)

Contents Introduction to computer networks. Topics include networking protocols for reliable data transfer, flow and congestion control, naming and addressing, routing and error control. Fundamentals of layered protocols and techniques for protocol design and implementation.

Form of teaching Lectures: 30, Colloquium: 30, Laboratory: 30

Compulsory teaching 3 assignments

Assessment Fall and Spring exams. Includes up to 3 written assignments (graded 50%) and a final 4 hours exam (graded 50%). Oral presentation of the assignments and demonstration of a working system can be claimed. Graded by letter A-F.

Examination semester Autumn

Date(s) of written examination 09.12.2005 The exam date is preliminary and may be subject to change. Definitive exam date will be announced on the notice boards at the faculties in the beginning of May for the spring semester and in the beginning of November for the autumn semester.

Type of course Theoretical and practical subject.

Level of course/Year of study Normally third year.

Recommended previous qualifications INF-1101 Data structures and algorithms, INF-2201 Operating systems fundamentals

Recommended reading/syllabus Available on request. See also link to Details.

Language of instruction Norwegian

Course overlap D-242 -1      10 sp

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