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COMP30650

Academic Year 2024/2025

Networks & Internet Systems (Conversion) (COMP30650)

Subject:
Computer Science
College:
Science
School:
Computer Science
Level:
3 (Degree)
Credits:
5
Module Coordinator:
Assoc Professor Gavin McArdle
Trimester:
Spring
Mode of Delivery:
On Campus
Internship Module:
No
How will I be graded?
Letter grades

Curricular information is subject to change.

This is a core module on the MSc. Computer Science (Conversion) and Higher Diploma in Computer Science programmes. Computer networks are a fundamental element of the internet and electronic communication. This module describes the layered protocols used in modern computer networks and discusses aspects of each layer in detail. The module describes the complex processes which occur when a web page or web resources are requested. The topics covered include: network types, topologies, transmission media, error detection, switching, routing, management, reference models, protocols and standards, network user applications, flow control strategies and network security. In addition to describing these processes, the module introduces hands-on techniques to demonstrate and examine these processes on a computer network via practical assignments and lab sessions.

About this Module

Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
1. Discuss knowledgeably the different parts of the network protocol stack.
2. Demonstrate familiarity with the main topics and principles in computer networking.
3. Understand the network protocol stack both in the abstract and as it is realised on the Internet.
4. Appreciate the need for protocols when working with computer networks and internet systems.
5. Discuss knowledgeably the processes occurring when a web resource is requested.
6. Appreciate the security implications of common networking applications and protocols.

Student Effort Hours:
Student Effort Type Hours
Lectures

24
Practical

24
Autonomous Student Learning

62
Total

110

Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
active/task-based learning;
lectures;
practical assignments.

Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Not applicable to this module.
 

Assessment Strategy  
Description Timing Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade In Module Component Repeat Offered
Exam (In-person): Final 2 hour Exam End of trimester
Duration:
2 hr(s)
 Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% No

60

 No
Quizzes/Short Exercises: Online Quiz Week 8 Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% No

25

 No
Assignment(Including Essay): Weekly Practical Assignments Week 2, Week 3, Week 4, Week 5, Week 6, Week 7, Week 9, Week 10, Week 11 Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% No

15

 No

Carry forward of passed components
No
 

Resit In Terminal Exam
Summer Yes - 2 Hour
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 

Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
• Online automated feedback

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Not yet recorded.

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John O'Meara Tutor
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