Course detail
Data Communications, Computer Networks and Protocols
FIT-PDSAcad. year: 2020/2021
Transport protocols. Routing algorithms. Design of switches and routers. Packet processing in the operating system. IP address lookup. Packet flitering and classification. Network traffic identification. Detection of network incidents. Privacy in computer networks. Concepts of P2P, CDN and SDN networks.
Supervisor
Department
Learning outcomes of the course unit
Understanding principles and implementation of network algorithms in computer networks. Knowledge of network device architectures. Methods for classification and analysis of network traffic and error detection in computer communication. Principles of P2P, CDN and SDN networks.
Understanding communication principles and implementation in current computer networks.
Prerequisites
The set theory, graph theory and relations. Fundamentals of communication protocols. Principles of Internet.
Co-requisites
Not applicable.
Recommended optional programme components
Not applicable.
Recommended or required reading
D. Medhi, K. Ramasamy: Network Routing. Algorithms, Protocols, and Architecture. 2nd Edition, Elsevier, 2018 (https://primo.lib.vutbr.cz/permalink/f/s2ej5a/TN_sbo_s1_9780128008294).
R. White, E. Banks: Computer Networking Problems and Solutions: An innovative approach to building resilient, modern networks, Addison-Wesley Professional, 2018.
F. Behrouz: Data Communications and Networking: Fifth Edition, McGraw-Hill Higher Education, 2012.
Farrel, A.: The Internet and Its Protocols - A Comparative Approach, Morgan Kaufmann, 2004.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Not applicable.
Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes
Written mid-term exam and submitting project in due dates.
Exam prerequisites:
Requirements for class accreditation are not defined.
Language of instruction
Czech, English
Work placements
Not applicable.
Aims
Understand principles and implementation of network algorithms in computer networks. Become familiar with design of network devices. Learn advanced methods for network traffic identification and anomaly detection. Introduce concepts of peer-to-peer networks, content delivery networks and software defined networks.
Specification of controlled education, way of implementation and compensation for absences
Mid-term exam, laboratory practice and/or homework supported by project completion, and final exam are the monitored, and points earning education. Mid-term exam and laboratory practice are without correction eventuality.
Classification of course in study plans
- Programme IT-MGR-2 Master's
branch MBI , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, compulsory-optional
branch MIN , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, compulsory-optional
branch MMI , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
branch MMM , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective - Programme MITAI Master's
specialization NADE , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NBIO , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NGRI , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NNET , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, compulsory
specialization NVIZ , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NCPS , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, compulsory
specialization NSEC , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, compulsory
specialization NEMB , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NHPC , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, compulsory
specialization NISD , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NIDE , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NISY , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NMAL , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NMAT , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NSEN , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NVER , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NSPE , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective - Programme IT-MGR-2 Master's
branch MPV , 1. year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, compulsory
branch MGM , 1. year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, compulsory
branch MSK , 1. year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, compulsory
branch MIS , 1. year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, compulsory
branch MBS , 1. year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, compulsory
Type of course unit
Lecture
39 hours, optionally
Teacher / Lecturer
Syllabus
- Routing theory.
- Transport layer, flow-control and congestion-control.
- Switch design.
- Router design.
- Packet processing in operating system.
- Packet classification and data filtering.
- Intrusion detection. Network traffic identification.
- Reputation systems.
- Privacy and anonymity on the Internet.
- Peer to peer networks.
- Content delivery networks.
- Data center. Software Defined Networks.Virtual Network Functions.
Laboratory exercise
2 hours, compulsory
Teacher / Lecturer
Syllabus
- Advanced network traffic processing.
Project
26 hours, compulsory
Teacher / Lecturer
Syllabus
- Advanced metods for network traffic analysis.