S11_ICT654_CCNS2

ICT654:
Computer Communication Networks and Simulation II

Semester:
Spring 2011

Instructor:
Dr. Sayeed Ghani

Program:
PhD (ICT/MIS/CSE) ===Credits: (1 theory, 2 lab, 3 total) ===

This is a continuation of the Computer Communication Networks and Simulation (CCNS) course at the PhD level that will focus on the architecture and performance evaluation of network protocols for wireless networks. As required in CCNS, students are expected to have a strong mathematical background and an understanding of probability theory as well as a good working knowledge of programming concepts. Topics discussed will include: simulation of advanced concepts in queuing theory, performance of wireless networks, including 802.11x (WiFi), WiMax and Long Term Evolution (LTE) network. The prime emphasis in the course will be towards completion of projects initiated during CCNS and publishing of results. Time permitting, issues pertaining to data link; network layers; flow and congestion control and routing may be discussed. **Prerequisite: ICT651 –** Computer Communication Networks and Simulation. ** Tentative List of Topics: ** ** Local Area Networks ** ** Metropolitan Area Networks ** ** 3G/4G Networks **
 * 802.11 WiFi Networks
 * WiMax Networks
 * Long Term Evolution

** Simulations: ** OPNET will primarily be used to simulate the networks under consideration. However if required QualNet or C++ simulations can also be used where possible to demonstrate queuing concepts. Simulation exercises may be frequently given.

** Research Paper: ** Students will be expected to continue their research on their research topic selected in CCNS and publication of paper based on this research will be expected in a local journal or International conference.

** Reference Books: ** [Ber92] Data Networks (2nd Edition), Dimitri Bertsekas and Robert Gallager ,1992 [Kle75] Queueing Systems, Vol 1: Theory, Leonard Kleinrock, 1975 [Jam03] The Wireless Mobile Internet: Architectures, Protocols and Services, Abbas Jamalipour, 2003 [Sch87] Telecommunication Networks Protocols, Modeling, and Analysis, Mischa Schwartz ,1987 [Tan03] Computer Networks, Andrew S. Tanenbaum, Fourth Edition, 2003 [Sta04] Data and Computer Communications, William Stallings, Seventh Edition, 2004

** Useful Links: ** []

** Course Website: ** http://fcsiba.wikispaces.com/S11_ICT654_CCNS2 Please refer to this regularly for updates on Course Outline and other useful materials and links.

** Grading: ** 20%: Home Work Assignments and Quizzes 20%: Research Paper 30%: 2 Midterms (15% each) 30%: Final Exam

OPNET Labs:
The following youtube tutorials should be helpful in completing the OPNET labs: http://fcsiba.wikispaces.com/ICT651_CCNS_OPNET

Documents are available on request from instructor.

Research Paper:
For submission of IEEE format research papers (or drafts) use the US Letter format: [] (given in: [] ).

Visual Studio C++:
Useful links for implementing algorithms in Visual Studio: [] Series of tutorials [] (Hello World)

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