87234 - Telecommunication Networks T-A

Academic Year 2020/2021

  • Teaching Mode: Traditional lectures
  • Campus: Bologna
  • Corso: First cycle degree programme (L) in Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering (cod. 0923)

Learning outcomes

Basic knowledge of functionalities and design aspects of modern Telecommunication Networks, with particular reference to computer networks.

Protocols and standard for Telecommunication services.

Internet protocols and architectures.

 

Course contents

Transfer modes: multiplexing, switching and protocol architectures. OSI reference model. TCP/IP model. Sockets. Data link layer. Sliding window. HDLC. LAN and multiple access. LAN interconnection and virtual LAN. Internetworking with IP. Routing algorithms and protocol. Transport protocols: TCP and UDP. Flow and congestion control. MPLS. Software Defined Networking.



Readings/Bibliography

Achille Pattavina, 'Internet e Reti', 2019, disponibile su Amazon, ISBN 979-12-200-4463-9

Slide prepared by the instructor.

Teaching methods

Classes and exercises

Assessment methods

Oral exams on  theoretical aspects and exercises.

Correctness in the description of the topics will contribute to different grades at the highest levels.

Teaching tools

Iol platform for assessment tests during the course.

Office hours

See the website of Carla Raffaelli

SDGs

Industry, innovation and infrastructure

This teaching activity contributes to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals of the UN 2030 Agenda.