This course has the twofold aim of providing the basic knowledge of telecommunication and ad hoc networks, as well as introducing advanced methodologies for the analysis of telecommunication systems, through simulation software (Network Simulator 2), and the design and configuration of wireless and wired networks. Simulation analysis assesses network performance, while the use of traffic monitoring systems evaluates the effectiveness of the networks designed.
The study of telecommunication networks is extended to optical wireless networks in the visible band (visible light communications)
The study of telecommunication networks is extended to optical wireless networks in the visible band (visible light communications)
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Different types of networks will be investigated, from social networks (i.e., Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.) to wireless ad-hoc networks (i.e., vehicular networks).
Particular attention will be given to the topic of Internet of Things and optical wireless communications systems in the visible range (Visible Light Communications).
The course has the following goals:
(1) To present basic concepts on network science (i.e., social networks, Internet, ad-hoc networks, etc.)
(2) To illustrate recent methodologies for the analysis of Telecommunications systems through the use of simulation softwares, such as Network Simulator 2, Matlab, The Opportunistic Network Environment, Wireshark.
(3) Lab activities in teams through softwares.
- J.F. Kurose and K.W. Ross, "Computer Networking: A Top-Down Approach", 6th Edition, Addison Wesley
- A. Barabasi, “Network Science”, http://barabasi.com/networksciencebook
- Z. Ghassemlooy, W. Popoola, and S. Rajbhandari, Optical wireless communications, System and Channel modeling with MATLAB, CRC Press
Programme
The course provides the basic concepts for the study of Telecommunication networks.Different types of networks will be investigated, from social networks (i.e., Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.) to wireless ad-hoc networks (i.e., vehicular networks).
Particular attention will be given to the topic of Internet of Things and optical wireless communications systems in the visible range (Visible Light Communications).
The course has the following goals:
(1) To present basic concepts on network science (i.e., social networks, Internet, ad-hoc networks, etc.)
(2) To illustrate recent methodologies for the analysis of Telecommunications systems through the use of simulation softwares, such as Network Simulator 2, Matlab, The Opportunistic Network Environment, Wireshark.
(3) Lab activities in teams through softwares.
Core Documentation
- Lecture notes by the Professor (on MOODLE)- J.F. Kurose and K.W. Ross, "Computer Networking: A Top-Down Approach", 6th Edition, Addison Wesley
- A. Barabasi, “Network Science”, http://barabasi.com/networksciencebook
- Z. Ghassemlooy, W. Popoola, and S. Rajbhandari, Optical wireless communications, System and Channel modeling with MATLAB, CRC Press
Type of delivery of the course
Lectures about theoretical concepts. Lab activities through softwaresType of evaluation
The final exam will be oral about the concepts learnt during the course. The lab activities will be part of the oral exam.