2024/25 Taught Postgraduate Module Catalogue
ELEC5471M Data Communications and Network Security
15 creditsClass Size: 120
Module manager: Professor Andrew Kemp
Email: A.H.Kemp@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2024/25
This module is not approved as an Elective
Module summary
The basic communications structure is explored with the ISO 7-layer architecture providing the basis. This is compared with the TCP/IP structure and particular layers are examined in more detail. Security is explored across networks and practical exemplars are simulated and examined.Objectives
This module has the following objectives:- To provide students with a knowledge and understanding of data communications networks and their use in a range of applications.
- To consider the need for network security and appropriate security measures.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes:
1. Apply a comprehensive knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to the solution of complex data communications and network security problems. Much of the knowledge will be at the forefront of data communications and network security and informed by a critical awareness of new developments and the wider context of engineering.
2. Use practical laboratory and workshop skills to investigate complex data communications and network security problems.
Skills Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following skills:
a. Application of science, mathematics and/or engineering principles
b. Practical and workshop skills
Syllabus
Topics may include, but are not limited to:
• The ISO/OSI 7-layer model, and TCP/IP structure
• The use of layering, protocols, interfaces etc
• Data types, data communications, and networking terminology
• Data link control, particularly error control methods such as detection and correction, (parity checks, checksumming, CRC, - ARQ, sequence numbers), flow control, address resolution and wireless LANs
• The network layer, IP datagrams, fragmentation and reassembly, IP addresses, routing principles (link-state, distance vector), Internet routing and QoS support
• TCP/IP provision and IPv6 (and IPv6 and IPv4 interoperability) and mobility
• Basics of network security
Methods of Assessment
We are currently refreshing our modules to make sure students have the best possible experience. Full assessment details for this module are not available before the start of the academic year, at which time details of the assessment(s) will be provided.
Assessment for this module will consist of;
2 x Exam
Teaching methods
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
| Lecture | 22 | 1.00 | 22.00 |
| Practical | 5 | 2.00 | 10.00 |
| Private study hours | 118.00 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 32.00 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 150.00 | ||
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Students studying ELEC modules will receive formative feedback in a variety of ways, which may include the use of self-test quizzes on Minerva, practice questions/worked examples and (where appropriate) through verbal interaction with teaching staff and/or post-graduate demonstrators.Methods of assessment
Coursework
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
| In-course Assessment | Class Test | 30.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 30.00 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Exams
| Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
| Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc) | 3 hr 00 mins | 70.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 70.00 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
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