ECTS - Computer Networks and Operating Systems

Computer Networks and Operating Systems (CMPE338) Course Detail

Course Name Course Code Season Lecture Hours Application Hours Lab Hours Credit ECTS
Computer Networks and Operating Systems CMPE338 6. Semester 3 2 0 4 6
Pre-requisite Course(s)
N/A
Course Language English
Course Type Compulsory Departmental Courses
Course Level Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery Face To Face
Learning and Teaching Strategies Lecture.
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
Course Assistants
Course Objectives The objective of the course is to teach fundamentals of data communication and computer networks with a focus on well-known Internet application, fundamental issues of operating systems such as processes, scheduling, synchronization, deadlocks, virtual memory and paging.
Course Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • Discuss the concepts of data communication, networking, protocols and standards
  • Describe OSI layered architecture for computer networks. Identify the functions of TCP/IP and the matching with OSI layers
  • Review the running principles of well-known applications in Internet
  • Discuss the concept of process, thread, communication, multitasking features
  • Describe basic algorithms like scheduling, deadlock detection and synchronization tools
  • Describe memory structure, virtual memory concept and paging
Course Content Basic concepts of computer networking, UDP and TCP services, reliability in data communication, network layer addressing, segment, datagram, frame structures, processes, scheduling algorithms, deadlock detection algorithms, semaphores, basic virtual memory structure and page replacement algorithms.

Weekly Subjects and Releated Preparation Studies

Week Subjects Preparation
1 Introduction to computer networks. Circuit and packet switching, Chapter 1(main text)
2 ISO layered structure for network services. Delay, loss and throughput. Chapter 1
3 Fundamentals of well-known Internet applications (HTTP, SMTP, DNS) Chapter 2
4 Overview of transport layer services (UDP, TCP). Reliability in transport layer. Segment structures (UDP/TCP) Chapter 3
5 Network layer and network layer addressing. Basics of IP-routing. Datagram structure Chapter 4
6 Overview of link layer services. Ethernet frame structure. Computer networking topologies. Switches and hubs. Chapter 5
7 Recitation Lecture notes
8 Process and thread concept, multitasking Chapter 2,3,4
9 Scheduling Algorithms Chapter 5
10 Synchronization, Mutual exclusion Chapter 6
11 Semaphores Chapter 6
12 Deadlock detection Chapter 7
13 Virtual Memory Concept Chapter 8,9
14 Paging algorithms Chapter 8,9

Sources

Course Book 1. Computer Networking: A Top-Down Approach, 7/E, James F. Kurose, Keith W. Ross, Pearson, 2017, ISBN-13: 9780133594140. (5/E or higher)
2. Operating System Concepts, 7th Edition, John Wiley and Sons, 2005, Silberschatz, Galvin, and Gagne, ISBN 0-471-69466-5.
Other Sources 3. Computer Networks 5/E, Andrew S. Tanenbaum, David J. Wetherall, Prentice Hall., 2011, ISBN-13: 978-0132126953
4. Introduction to Data Networks, Lawrence Harte, ALTHOS Publishing, 2005
5. Bilgisayar Ağları, Nazife Baykal, Sas Bilişim, 2005
6. TCP/IP Tutorial and Technical Overview, On-line book available at “http://www.redbooks.ibm.com/” Redbooks, published 19 December 2006, Last accessed May 14, 2009
7. Modern Operating Systems, Andrew S. Tanenbaum, 2nd edition, Prentice-Hall, 2001.
8. Operating Systems, Gary Nutt, Addison-Wesley, 2004.
9. Operating Systems: Internals and Design Principles, 6/e, Prentice Hall, by Stallings, ISBN-10: 0136006329 | ISBN-13: 9780136006329

Evaluation System

Requirements Number Percentage of Grade
Attendance/Participation - -
Laboratory 1 20
Application - -
Field Work - -
Special Course Internship - -
Quizzes/Studio Critics - -
Homework Assignments - -
Presentation - -
Project - -
Report - -
Seminar - -
Midterms Exams/Midterms Jury 1 35
Final Exam/Final Jury 1 45
Toplam 3 100
Percentage of Semester Work 55
Percentage of Final Work 45
Total 100

Course Category

Core Courses X
Major Area Courses
Supportive Courses
Media and Managment Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

The Relation Between Course Learning Competencies and Program Qualifications

# Program Qualifications / Competencies Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Gains adequate knowledge in mathematics, science, and subjects specific to the software engineering discipline; acquires the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge of these areas to complex engineering problems. X
2 Gains the ability to identify, define, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; selects and applies proper analysis and modeling techniques for this purpose. X
3 Develops the ability to design a complex system, process, device, or product under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements; applies modern design methods for this purpose. X
4 Demonstrates the ability to select, and utilize modern techniques and tools essential for the analysis and determination of complex problems in software engineering applications; uses information technologies effectively. X
5 Develops the ability to design experiments, gather data, analyze, and interpret results for the investigation of complex engineering problems or research topics specific to the software engineering discipline. X
6 Demonstrates the ability to work effectively both individually and in disciplinary and interdisciplinary teams in fields related to software engineering.
7 Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to deliver effective presentations, and to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8 Gains knowledge of at least one foreign language; acquires the ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, prepare design and production reports, deliver effective presentations, and give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
9 Acquires an awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; the ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and continuously improve oneself.
10 Acts in accordance with ethical principles and possesses knowledge of professional and ethical responsibilities.
11 Knows the standards used in software engineering practices.
12 Knows about business practices such as project management, risk management and change management.
13 Gains awareness about entrepreneurship and innovation.
14 Gains knowledge on sustainable development.
15 Has knowledge about the universal and societal impacts of software engineering practices on health, environment, and safety, as well as the contemporary issues reflected in the field of engineering.
16 Acquires awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
17 Applies knowledge and skills in identifying user needs, developing user-focused solutions and improving user experience. X
18 Gains the ability to apply engineering approaches in the development of software systems by carrying out analysis, design, implementation, verification, validation, and maintenance processes. X

ECTS/Workload Table

Activities Number Duration (Hours) Total Workload
Course Hours (Including Exam Week: 16 x Total Hours) 16 5 80
Laboratory 2 4 8
Application
Special Course Internship
Field Work
Study Hours Out of Class 16 2 32
Presentation/Seminar Prepration
Project
Report
Homework Assignments
Quizzes/Studio Critics 4 1 4
Prepration of Midterm Exams/Midterm Jury 2 5 10
Prepration of Final Exams/Final Jury 1 20 20
Total Workload 154