Lab Mobile and Wireless Networks

Academic year: 2010-2011 Course code module MINF20091 Semester: 1st semester Credits: 3 Study load (hours) 84 Theory (hours): Practice/Exercises(hours): 25,00 Other (hours): Part-time program: Instructor(s) Chris Blondia Language of instruction: English Semester exam information: exam in the 1st semester Contract restriction information: 1. Prerequisites *Algemene competenties The student has a good insight in computernetworks in general and IP networks in particular. Moreover a basic knowledge of IEEE 802.11 networks is necessary *Sequentiality Undefined 2. Objectives (expected learning outcomes) After following this course, the student has made broader his insight in wireless and mobile networks based on practical applications. Different alternatives that are available when setting up a wireless network, their performance aspects, the security methods that can be applied and the use of different mobility protocols can be understood and explained using the expertise build up during this course. 3. Course content 4 lab sessions related to mobile and wireless networks are organized. In addition there is a session that elaborates on a specific aspect of mobile and wireless networks. Lab1: basic configuration Lab2: sniffing and channels Lab3: Performance evaluation Lab4: Security 4. Teaching method Direct contact: Practical sessions Personal work: Assignments - in group 5. Assessment method Exam: Oral, without written preparation Practical exam Continuous assessment: (Interim) tests 6. Compulsory reading – study material The required hardware (PCs and wireless nodes) are provided. In addition, a syllabus is available; see http://www.pats.ua.ac.be/courses 7. Recommended reading - study material W. Stallings, Wireless Communications and Networks, Prentice Hall 8. Tutoring Extra information can be obtained from Dr. Peter De Cleyn (peter.decleyn@ua.ac.be) laatste aanpassing: last update: 07/01/2010 16:32 chris.blondia