This course is intended to give students an outline of how wireless communication and computer networks work "above the physical layer". This includes the interoperability of wireless networks such as WiMax/GPRS and WiFi to provide WiFi on trains etc. How wireless sensor networks gather and report physical parameters including body sensor networks. We also look at the evolution of cell phone networks from 2G to 5G and beyond.
Pre-requisites: MATH2047 AND ELEC1201
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
Having successfully completed this module, you will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
| Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Completion of assessment task | 62 |
| Tutorial | 12 |
| Preparation for scheduled sessions | 12 |
| Follow-up work | 12 |
| Wider reading or practice | 28 |
| Lecture | 24 |
| Total study time | 150 |
Sources will be given on the notes page of the course and as specific directed reading. There is no set text..
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Continuous Assessment | 100% |
This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Set Task | 100% |
An internal repeat is where you take all of your modules again, including any you passed. An external repeat is where you only re-take the modules you failed.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Set Task | 100% |
Repeat type: Internal & External