Module Code: |
BATB308 |
Long Title
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Data Communications Technology
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Title
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Data Communications Technology
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Module Level: |
LEVEL 7 |
EQF Level: |
6 |
EHEA Level: |
First Cycle |
Module Coordinator: |
AKARI DEVELOPER |
Module Author: |
AKARI DEVELOPER |
Specifications of the qualifications and experience required of staff |
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
LO 1. Understand the theory, concepts and principles of data communications and its relevance to the commercial world. |
LO2 |
LO 2. Have an understanding of the theory, concepts, principles, issues and limitations of network technologies including Wireless and Mobile Communications, Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks and Internet technologies and how these technologies are used to support business. |
LO3 |
LO 3. Be able to transfer and apply theoretical concepts to a range of contexts and problems in the ‘real world’ where data networks are used to support business |
LO4 |
LO 4. Recognise current and future data communications and networking trends which benefit business and provide competitive advantage |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is required before enrolment on this module. While the prior learning is expressed as named NCI module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content |
Introduction to Data Communication (10%)
Data Communication
Distributed processing
Categories of networks
The Internet
Protocols and standards
Business benefits
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Network Models (10%)
Layered architecture
Encapsulation
Peer-to-peer processes
Internet model
OSI model
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Digital and Analogue Transmission (10%)
Analogue and digital signals
Analogue-to-digital conversion (sampling, quantitisation)
Digital-to-analogue conversion (digital modulation)
Analogue-to-analogue conversion (amplitude modulation, frequency modulation)
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Transmission Media (10%)
Twisted-pair cable
Co-axial cable
Fibre-optic cable
Radio waves
Microwaves
Infrared
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Local Area Networks (10%)
Traditional Ethernet
Ethernet addressing
Bridged Ethernet
Switched Ethernet
Full-Duplex Ethernet
Fast Ethernet
Gigabit Ethernet
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Connecting LANs and Backbone Networks (10%)
Repeater
Hub
Bridge
Switch
Router
Gateway
Backbone networks
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Wireless and Mobile Communications (10%)
Wired vs. Wireless LAN
IEEE 802.x Wireless LAN Standards
Wireless LAN security
Bluetooth standard
Bluetooth applications
GSM and GPRS
3G mobile
Wireless Application Protocol (WAP)
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Wide Area Networks (WANs) (10%)
Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP)
Digital Subscriber Line (DSL)
Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN)
X.25 and Frame Relay
Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM)
Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS)
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The TCP/IP Protocol Suite (10%)
TCP/IP versions
Addressing
Classes
Special addresses
Unicast, multicast and broadcast addresses
Private networks
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Private Networks, Virtual Private Networks and Network Address Translation (10%)
Private networks
Intranet
Extranet
Private addressing
Virtual private networks (VPN)
Network address translation (NAT)
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Teaching Methodology
Lectures, tutorials, laboratory practicals.
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Coursework | 40.00% |
End of Module Assessment | 60.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
Coursework |
Assessment Type: |
Assignment |
% of total: |
40 |
Assessment Date: |
n/a |
Outcome addressed: |
1,2,3,4 |
Non-Marked: |
No |
Assessment Description: n/a |
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End of Module Assessment |
Assessment Type: |
Terminal Exam |
% of total: |
60 |
Assessment Date: |
End-of-Semester |
Outcome addressed: |
1,2,3,4 |
Non-Marked: |
No |
Assessment Description: End-of-Semester Final Examination |
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NCIRL reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Module Target Workload Hours 0 Hours |
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Description |
Hours |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Lecture |
No Description |
2 |
Every Week |
2.00 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
2.00 |
Workload: Part Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Description |
Hours |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Lecture |
No Description |
2 |
Every Week |
2.00 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
2.00 |
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources |
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Forouzan, B.. (2003), ) Introduction to Data Communications and networking, 3rd ed. , McGraw-Hill Education, International Editions NewYork.
| Supplementary Book Resources |
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Forouzan, B. (2003), TCP/IP Protocol Suite, 3rd ed. McGraw-Hill International Editions.
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Goldman, J.E., Rawless P.T. (2004), Applied Data Communications – A Business Oriented Approach, 4th ed. John Wiley & Sons.
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Panko, R. R.. (2004), Business Data Communications and Networking., 5th ed. Prentice Hall.
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Tanenbaum, A. S. (2003), Computer Networks, 4th edInternational Edition. , Prentice-Hall International Editions.
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Dietel, H.M., Dietel, P.J., Nieto, T.R.& Steinbuhler, K. (2002), Wireless Internet & Mobile Business, Prentice Hall, New Jersey.
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Other Resources |
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[Websites], Networking Essentials Notes.
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[Websites], http://www.geocities.com/SiliconValley/M
onitor/3131/ne/netoc.html.
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