Computer Networking Course Code: 3340702
GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY, AHMEDABAD, GUJARAT
COURSE CURRICULUM
Course Title: Computer Networking
(Code: 3340702)
Diploma Programmes in which this course is Semester in which offered
offered
Computer Engineering 4th Sem
1. RATIONALE
Computer Networks is the future of computer technology. It is the base through
which global connectivity can be achieved. This course is aimed towards
teaching basics of computer networks and provides knowledge about hardware
and software requirements of computer networks. The emphasis of the course is
towards the various components and software required to make a network
operational.
2. COMPETENCY
The course content should be taught and implemented with the aim to develop different
types of skills so that students are able to acquire following competency:
Define types of networks.
Define types of network architecture.
Differentiate between distributed and centralized computing (e.g., desktop,
network server, virtual server, cloud networking).
Describe standard network LAN topologies.
Describe variations of standard topologies (e.g., extended star, mesh, star
bus, star ring).
Describe the role of the Network Interface Card (NIC) network adapter.
Describe various types of network adapters.
Describe the functions of networking hardware (e.g., adapter, hub, router,
switch, bridge, access point).
3. Course Outcomes:
Describe various protocols, models in networks.
Design, implement and analyze simple computer networks.
Identify, formulate and solve network engineering problems.
Explain operations of TCP, HTTP, and DNS.
Knowledge of contemporary issues in computer networks.
4. Teaching and Examination Scheme
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Computer Networking Course Code: 3340702
Total Examination Scheme
Teaching Scheme
Credits Total
(In Hours) Theory Marks Practical Marks
(L+T+P) Marks
L T P C ESE PA ESE PA
150
3 0 2 5 70 30 20 30
Legends: L-Lecture; T – Tutorial/Teacher Guided Theory Practice; P - Practical; C – Credit ESE - End
Semester Examination; PA - Progressive Assessment.
5. COURSE DETAILS
Unit Major Learning Outcomes Topics and Sub-topics
Unit – I 1 a. List the applications of 1.1 Definition & history
Basics of Computer Networks. 1.2 Usage of Computer Networks
Computer 1 b. Differentiate various line 1.3 Standard Organizations and
Network configurations. Protocols
1 c. Design a computer network 1.4 Line Configuration
considering particular 1.5 Topology
topology. 1.6 Categories of network
1 d. Categories computer Based on scope
network based on scope and Based on Connection
connection 1.7 Different types of servers
1 e. Explain use of various types
of servers.
Unit – II 2 a. List all layers of OSI and 2.1 OSI model & function of each
The Reference TCP/IP. Layer
Model 2 b. Explain functions of each 2.2 TCP/ IP model
layer. 2.3 Connection oriented v/s
2 c. Differentiate between Connectionless approach
connection oriented and 2.4 Comparison of OSI & TCP/IP
connectionless approach Models
2 d. Compare OSI and TCP/IP
Model.
Unit – III 3 a. List guided and un guided 3.1 Types of Transmission Media
Transmission transmission media. 3.2 Guided Media: Twisted Pair, Coaxial
Media 3 b. Select appropriate Cable, Fiber
transmission media for a 3.3 Un Guided Media : Electromagnetic
given network. spectrum, Radio Transmission,
Microwave Transmission, Infrared
Transmission, Satellite
Communication
Unit IV 4 a. Explain use of various 4.1 Repeaters
Network Network devices. 4.2 Hubs
devices 4 b. Differentiate Layer 2 and 4.3 Switches
GTU/ NITTTR Bhopal/13-14 Gujarat State
Computer Networking Course Code: 3340702
Unit Major Learning Outcomes Topics and Sub-topics
Layer 3 Switches. 4.4 Routers
4 c. State the use of Network 4.5 Access Points
Management Software. 4.6 Gateways
4.7 Bridges
4.8 Difference between Layer 2 and
Layer 3 Switches.
4.9 Introduction of Network
Management software
Unit V 5 a. Explain IP v4 and IP v6 5.1 IP Protocol – IP v4, IP v6.
IP Protocol and protocol. 5.2 Addressing Schemes
Network 5 b. Select appropriate class for 5.3 Subnet & masking
Applications given network size. 5.4 DNS
5 c. Define subnet and list the 5.5 Email
usage of subnet masking. 5.6 FTP
5 d. Explain DNS, Email and
FTP.
6. SUGGESTED SPECIFICATION TABLE WITH HOURS & MARKS
(THEORY)
Unit Unit Title Teaching Distribution of Theory Marks
No. Hours R U A Total
Level Level Level Marks
I Basics of Computer Network 8 5 5 4 14
II The Reference Model 9 5 5 4 14
III Transmission Media 8 4 4 6 14
IV Network devices 8 4 4 6 14
V IP Protocol and Network
9 3 5 6 14
Applications
Total 42 21 23 26 70
Legends: R = Remembrance; U = Understanding; A = Application and above levels (Revised Bloom’s
taxonomy)
Note: This specification table shall be treated as a general guideline for students and
teachers. The actual distribution of marks in the question paper may vary slightly from
above table.
7. SUGGESTED LIST OF EXERCISES/PRACTICALS
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Computer Networking Course Code: 3340702
Unit Practical Exercises Hrs.
S. No.
No. (Outcomes’ in Psychomotor Domain) required
1 I Install & Test Network Interface Card. 02
2 III Prepare and Test Straight UTP Cable. 02
3 III Prepare and Test Cross UTP Cable. 02
4 I & III Develop a small Network. (Hands on Training.) 04
IV Install Windows 2003/Windows 2008 Network operating 02
5
System
6 I Install & Configure File Server. 02
7 I Install & Configure Print Server 02
8 I Install & Configure Mail Server 02
9 I Install & Configure Proxy Server 02
10 I Install & Configure Web Server 02
11 I Install & Test Router, Repeater and Bridge. 02
12 IV Install a small wireless network using access points. 02
13 V Install & Test Internet. 02
Total 28
8. SUGGESTED LIST OF STUDENT ACTIVITIES
Identify type of Network in your Institute.
Prepare a design of Network in your Institute
Visit your Institute server room and various places where Racks and servers
installed.
Identify various Network components in server room.
Visit any ISP in your area.
Prepare Charts of Network Topologies.
Seminars.
9. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES (if any)
10. SUGGESTED LEARNING RESOURCES
A) List of Books
S.
Title of Book Author Publication
No.
Andrew S Tannebaum
1. Computer Networks Pearson, 2012
& David J Wetherall
Oxford University Press,
2. Computer Networks Bhushan Trivedi
2013
Data Communication &
3. Forouzen TMH
Networking,
Data & Computer
4. Williams Stallings PHI
Communication,
Networks for Computer Youlu Zheng & Oxford University Press,
5.
Scientists and Engineers Shakil Akhtar 2012
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Computer Networking Course Code: 3340702
B) List of Major Equipment/ Instrument with Broad Specifications
Network Cable Cat 5/Cat 6.
Crimping Tool
Cable Tester
Layer 2 Switch
Wireless Access point and Wireless router
Impacting Tool
Network cable connectors
Network Trainer Kit
C) List of Software/Learning Websites
http://nptel.iitm.ac.in/courses.php?disciplineId=106
http://www.edrawsoft.com
Network Simulator Tool: GNS3 v0.8.5, NetSimK
11. COURSE CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Faculty Members from Polytechnics
1. Prof. K.N.Raval ,H.O.D Computer Department, R. C. Technical Institute,
Ahmedabad
2. Prof. M.P. Mehta ,Sr. Lecturer Computer Engineering Department, K. D.
Polytechnic, Patan
3. Prof. Sunil R.Solanki ,Lecturer Government Polytechnic ,Dahod
4. Prof. Sachin D. Shah ,Lecturer Computer Department, R. C. Technical Institute,
Ahmedabad
Coordinator and Faculty Members from NITTTR Bhopal
1. Prof. (Mrs.) Susan S. Mathew
2. Dr. Joshua Earnest
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