COT2004

Data communications and networks

(IT)

P Granville

4 points + 2 hours per week + First, second semester + Caulfield + Second semester + Clayton + Prerequisites: COT1140, CSE1201, COT1800 or equivalent + Prohibitions: BUS2062, CFR2001, CFR3313, COT2001, CSC3182, CSE3318, RDT2841, RDT3522, RDT3662

Synopsis: Basic concepts: analog and digital signals, modulation techniques, multiplexing techniques, noise and distortion, the information transfer rate, synchronisation, network architectures and the OSI reference model, goals of the OSI model, layered protocols, service primitives. The physical layer and transmission media: conducted media, radiated media, RS-232C, RS-449, transmission protocols, protocol objectives, functional components. Principle of network analysis and design, business factors behind networks, queuing theory.

Assessment: Examination: 50% (2 Hours) + Assignments: 50%