Overview of computer networks: Network architecture and the ISO-OSI model. Circuit switching, packet switching. Network topology: Connectivity analysis, delay analysis and backbone analysis. Physical layer: Transmission and multiplexing, terminal handling, errors. Data link layer and link protocols. Network layer: Routing and congestion, satellite and packet radio networks, local networks. Transmission and session layer, presentation layer, application layer. Ethernet, token ring networks, protocols, discussion of some networks and their properties, network planning and management.

Learning Outcomes:

1.To be able to analyse systems using fundamental concepts of communication.
2.To be able to analyse layered network architecture and Internet protocols.
3.To be able to realize the designed networks and protocols.