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TTM4200 - Computer Networks

About

Examination arrangement

Examination arrangement: Portfolio assessment
Grade: Letter grades

Evaluation Weighting Duration Grade deviation Examination aids
Portfolio assessment 100/100

Course content

The course focuses on computer networking and communication technologies as a continuation of TTM4175 Communication Technology, Introduction. The covered topics include core reference models, services and protocols used in computer networks, including aspects from the physical layer to the application layer. Practical networking aspects are also addressed, namely by deploying, managing and using services and protocols widely used in the Internet (e.g. SSH, SMTP, DNS, HTTPS, among others). Fundamentals of network and communication security are introduced in the context of the other topics.

Learning outcome

A. Knowledge: To have a basic understanding of and to be able to recognise:

  1. the fundamental concepts and principles of OSI and TCP/IP layers;
  2. the Ethernet communication technology;
  3. architectures, switching and routing principles used in computer networks;
  4. networking tools, protocols and services used in computer networks and in Internet services such as DNS, web and email;
  5. networking security principles, tools and protocols used in computer networks.

B. Skills: To be able to:

  1. apply switching and routing in IPv4/IPv6 networks;
  2. set up a simple IPv4/IPv6 network with support for services such as DNS, web and email;
  3. use basic networking tools, protocols and services required to manage a computer network;
  4. apply fundamental networking security principles, tools and protocols used in computer networks;
  5. create basic network applications.

C. General competence: To be able to use the acquired knowledge and skills for:

  1. responsibly and ethically applying basic communication and computer networking principles in a societal context;
  2. collaborating to the development of computer networks, both independently and in teams.

The course teaches the fundamental knowledge, skills and competences behind digital communications and the Internet. For that reason, it indirectly contributes to all UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) where digital solutions can benefit from ubiquitous access to a communication platform.

Learning methods and activities

The course uses team-based learning. Lectures and exercises are combined. The intention is to facilitate learning and to provide feedback to students throughout the semester, and enable learning in the context of realistic scenarios through projects.

Throughout the semester, students receive feedback on their level of preparation through Readiness Assurance Tests (RATs), which are multiple-choice tests that are done during class time. Each test introduces the students to a new subset of concepts.

To develop skills and knowledge on higher cognitive levels, students also conduct practical assignments in teams and individual theoretical assignments throughout the semester and receive feedback in various ways, including feedback by peers, teaching assistants and the teacher.

Submission of the Readiness Assurance Tests (RATs) and of the practical and theoretical assignments is compulsory. Attendance to the lab sessions is also compulsory.

Compulsory assignments

  • Submission of the Readiness Assurance Tests (RATs) and of the practical and theoretical assignments
  • Attendance to the lab sessions

Further on evaluation

Portfolio assessment is the basis for the final grade in the course. The portfolio includes Readiness Assurance Tests (RATs), and practical and theoretical assignments. The entire portfolio is assigned a letter grade.

The exact details of the deliveries and requirements are carefully explained at the beginning of the term.

The RATs and the practical and theoretical assignments are given in English only.

If a student has the final grade F/failed, the student must repeat the entire course. Also in the case a student wants to try to improve their grade, they must repeat the entire course.

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Cyber Security and Data Communication (MTKOM)

Course materials

To be announced at the beginning of the term.

Credit reductions

Course code Reduction From To
TTM4100 7.5 AUTUMN 2019
IT2203 4.5 AUTUMN 2019
SIE5003 7.5 AUTUMN 2019
TTM4190 5.0 AUTUMN 2019
MNFIT223 4.5 AUTUMN 2019
MNFIT223 4.5 AUTUMN 2019
IMT2006 6.0 AUTUMN 2019
TTM4191 6.0 AUTUMN 2021
IIKT2100 6.0 AUTUMN 2024
IIKT2105 6.0 AUTUMN 2024
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Facts

Version: 1
Credits:  7.5 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I

Coursework

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  SPRING 2025

Language of instruction: English

Location: Trondheim

Subject area(s)
  • Telematics
  • Technological subjects
Contact information
Course coordinator: Lecturer(s):

Department with academic responsibility
Department of Information Security and Communication Technology

Examination

Examination arrangement: Portfolio assessment

Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
Spring ORD Portfolio assessment 100/100
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.
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