Course - Network Programming - IDATT2104
Network Programming
About
About the course
Course content
Data communication: Standardisation and layered communication. Protocols on application layers, transport layers, network layers, link layers and transmission technology on physical layers. About network structures and the operation of network components.
Programming: Threads and synchronisation. Sockets (UDP and TCP). Asynchronous solutions. Higher level network API(s). Safety.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
The candidate must:
- be able to explain basic principles and architecture of data communication
- be able to account for protocols and their functionality in layered data communication
- be able to account for network structures and network components
- be able to explain why one uses threaded programs as well as the necessity of synchronisation mechanisms between these
- be able to account for the advantages and disadvantages of selected network APIs and can make a reasoned assessment of what is most appropriate in given contexts
Skills
The candidate must:
- be able to analyse data traffic and use a selection of auxiliary tools to analyse the condition of machines and networks (D)
- be able to create well-functioning threaded programs (D)
- be able to create both unconnected and connection-oriented network solutions (D)
General competence
The candidate must be able to communicate with professionals about network protocols and network solutions
Learning methods and activities
Lectures / workshops and exercises. The programming exercises must be presented to the practice teacher for approval, the others must be submitted. The course is divided into two parts:
- Data communication: In this section, all exercises must be approved in order to sit for the exam. The exercises must be submitted for assessment.
- Network programming: In this section there are mainly practical programming exercises. All must be approved and approval takes place upon presentation to the practice teacher during practice hours at the computer lab.
Compulsory assignments
- Øvinger i Datakommunikasjon
Further on evaluation
Assessment method: The final grade is set on the basis of two assessment elements. Both of these must be passed separately. There is a right of appeal in each of the two parts.
Continuation and voluntary repetition/improvement can be carried out for some partial assessments without all partial assessments in a subject having to be taken up again.
Written exam (Data communication) counts for 50% of the total grade. Re-sit exam might be changed to oral exam. The re-sit exam is in August.
Folder assessment (programming) counts for 50% of the grade. Here the grade is calculated as follows: With all programming exercises approved without moves, the grade C is given. 5–7 programming exercises are given, each with a deadline of 1–3 weeks. A subtraction is made if an exercise is submitted too late or failed and must be done again. For two subtractions, the sub-grade is reduced by one. For four subtractions, the sub-grade is reduced by two, etc. Those who want to improve the grade on the portfolio assessment must complete a programming case. This must be presented to the subject teacher and defended on an individual basis. In the event of voluntary repetition, fail (F) or valid absence, the entire project and portfolio must be retaken in a semester with teaching.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Computer Science - Engineering (BIDATA)
Recommended previous knowledge
Knowledge equivalent to IDATT2001/IDATT2003 Programming 2.
Course materials
Given at course start.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| TDAT2004 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2020 |
Subject areas
- Engineering