COMPUTER NETWORKS PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
BTP155	COMPUTER NETWORKS	1	3	3	5

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	, TYY: + , EQF-LLL: , QF-EHEA:
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	This course aims to provide fundamental knowledge and skills in network management and security by teaching the basic concepts of computer networks, network design models, network devices, and cabling methods.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The history of the internet, network communication and topologies, types of networks, devices and cabling, LAN network setup using Cisco Packet Tracer, OSI and TCP/IP models, IP addressing, subnetting, network testing commands, wireless networks, and firewall management are covered as fundamental network topics.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Can explain computer networks and their types. Defines computer networks and knows their topologies. Recognizes the hardware used in computer networks. Can plan and simulate a medium-scale network. Can explain the OSI and TCP/IP models. Knows IP standards and the process of subnetting. Knows network testing commands and parameters.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Researching the topic online	Computer Networks: Basic Concepts, History of the Internet	Explanation
2	Researching the topic online	Network Communication, Network Topologies, and Network Connection Types	Explanation
3	Researching the topic online	Network Types, Devices, and Cabling	Explanation
4	Researching the topic online	Cisco Packet Tracer Installation, Network Device Display and Usage	Explanation
5	Researching the topic online	Setting Up and Using a LAN Network on Cisco Packet Tracer	Explanation
6	Researching the topic online	Network Models: OSI Reference Model	Explanation
7	Researching the topic online	Error Detection and Correction Techniques	Explanation
8	Researching the topic online	Network Models: TCP/IP Model	Explanation
9	Researching the topic online	IP Addressing, IPv4 Network Addresses, IPv6 Network Addresses	Explanation
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Researching the topic online	IP Addressing, IPv4 Network Addresses, IPv6 Network Addresses	Explanation
12	Researching the topic online	Splitting into Sub-networks	Explanation
13	Researching the topic online	Network Test Commands and Parameters	Explanation
14	Researching the topic online	Wireless Networks	Explanation
15	Researching the topic online	Firewall	Explanation
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Taşkın, C. (2009). Ağ teknolojileri ve telekomünikasyon. Pusula. J.F. Kurose, K.W. Ross, Computer Networking: A Top-Down Approach, 8. basım

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	50		Optical (Test) Exam
Final Exam	1	50		Optical (Test) Exam
TOTAL	2	100

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Knows the necessary terms and information in the computer field.					4
2	Gains knowledge of the concept of information security.						5

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Gains the ability to learn the necessary concepts in the computer field.					4

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Ability to identify, define, formulate and solve complex Information Security problems; for this purpose, the ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods					4

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Ability to design a complex computer-based system, process, security to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; for this purpose, the ability to apply modern design methods.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for examining Information Security problems						5
2	Ability to work effectively within the discipline of Information Security and in multi-disciplinary teams; individual study skills					4
3	Professional and ethical responsibility awareness					4
4	Knowledge of project management and business practices such as risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainable development						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools required for Information Security applications						5
2	Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and constantly renew oneself						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish orally and in writing, foreign language knowledge						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Information about the effects of Information Security practices on health, environment and security in universal and social dimensions and the problems of the age; Awareness of the legal consequences of Information Security solutions						5

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	3	42
Preliminary & Further Study	14	1	14
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	12	2	24
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	5	3	15
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	2	3	6
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	14	1	14
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	7	1	7
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	70	0	124