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TN302812 - Operation of board-based data networks

About

Examination arrangement

Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades

Evaluation Weighting Duration Grade deviation Examination aids
School exam 100/100 3 hours D

Course content

  • general ICT
  • common application like e-mail and web
  • fundamental priciples for computer communication like packet switching and the layered protocol stack
  • important protocols like TCP, IP, HTTP, POP, DHCP and DNS c
  • communication ship to shore like mobile broadband and satellite
  • tools for verification and troubleshooting like ping, traceroute, nslookup and netstat
  • cybercrime and information security

Learning outcome

Knowledge

  • understand and be able to use key concepts within the field of information technology
  • explain how computer networks are built
  • explain the function of common components in maritime computer networks
  • identify current threats to information security

Skills

  • be able to identify common components in computer networks for ships
  • assemble and configure a single data network
  • use common diagnostic tools for verification and troubleshooting on computer networks
  • ensure basic security on personal devices and services

Competence

  • understand the importance of well-functioning information systems for the efficient operation of ships
  • see the opportunities that ICT provides for innovation and improved sustainability in the shipping industry
  • have an understanding of the importance of precise use of concepts in interdisciplinary communication
  • be able to communicate with professionals in data and communication in Norwegian and English

Learning methods and activities

Pedagogical methods: Lectures, exercises and lab assignments.

Mandatory work requirements: All compulsory exercises and lab assignments must be passed to gain admission to the exam.

Compulsory assignments

  • Mandatory assignments

Further on evaluation

3 hours written exam.

Re-sit exam: following semester.

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Nautical Studies (353MN)
Nautical Studies (353YV)

Course materials

Will be announced at the beginning of the semester.

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Facts

Version: 1
Credits:  5.0 SP
Study level: Third-year courses, level III

Coursework

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  SPRING 2025

Language of instruction: Norwegian

Location: Ålesund

Subject area(s)
  • Nautic
Contact information
Course coordinator: Lecturer(s):

Department with academic responsibility
Department of Ocean Operations and Civil Engineering

Examination

Examination arrangement: School exam

Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
Autumn UTS School exam 100/100 D 2024-11-29 09:00 INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
C218 Ankeret/Hovedbygget 1
Spring ORD School exam 100/100 D INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
  • * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
Examination

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