DATA COMMUNICATION AND COMPUTER NETWORK Course Code : 314327

: Artificial Intelligence/ Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning/ Cloud Computing

and Big Data/ Computer Technology/
Programme Name/s Computer Engineering/ Computer Science & Engineering/ Data Sciences/ Computer
Hardware & Maintenance/
Information Technology/ Computer Science & Information Technology
Programme Code : AI/ AN/ BD/ CM/ CO/ CW/ DS/ HA/ IF/ IH
Semester : Fourth
Course Title : DATA COMMUNICATION AND COMPUTER NETWORK
Course Code : 314327

I. RATIONALE
Data communication and computer networks are essential components of modern computing infrastructure, enabling
seamless exchange of information and facilitating collaboration across various devices and locations. By considering
various applications, students should be able to choose, classify, install, troubleshoot, and maintain various data
communication networks. This course provides the important concepts and techniques related to networking and
offer students to have valuable insights into technology behind network communication.

II. INDUSTRY / EMPLOYER EXPECTED OUTCOME

The aim of this course is to help the student to attain the following industry identified Outcome through various
teaching learning experiences: • Manage Data Communication and Computer Network

III. COURSE LEVEL LEARNING OUTCOMES (COS)

Students will be able to achieve & demonstrate the following COs on completion of course based learning

CO1 - Analyze the functioning of Data Communication and Computer Network.

CO2 - Select relevant Transmission Media and Switching Techniques as per need.
CO3 - Analyze the Transmission Errors with respect to IEEE standards.
CO4 - Configure different TCP/IP services.
CO5 - Implement relevant Network Topology using Networking Devices.

IV. TEACHING-LEARNING & ASSESSMENT SCHEME

Learning Scheme Assessment Scheme
Actual
Based on LL &
Contact Based on
Theory TL
Course Course Hrs./Week SL
Course Title Abbr Credits Paper Total
Code Category/s SLH NLH Practical
Duration Marks
FA- SA-
CL TL LL Total FA-PR SA-PR SLA
TH TH
Max Max Max Min Max Min Max Min Max Min
DATA
COMMUNICATION
314327 DCN DSC 3 - 4 1 8 4 3 30 70 100 40 25 10 25@ 10 25 10 175
AND COMPUTER
NETWORK

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Total IKS Hrs for Sem. : 0 Hrs
Abbreviations: CL- ClassRoom Learning , TL- Tutorial Learning, LL-Laboratory Learning, SLH-Self Learning
Hours, NLH-Notional Learning Hours, FA - Formative Assessment, SA -Summative assessment, IKS - Indian
Knowledge System, SLA - Self Learning Assessment
Legends: @ Internal Assessment, # External Assessment, *# On Line Examination , @$ Internal Online Examination
Note :

1. FA-TH represents average of two class tests of 30 marks each conducted during the semester.
2. If candidate is not securing minimum passing marks in FA-PR of any course then the candidate shall be declared
as "Detained" in that semester.
3. If candidate is not securing minimum passing marks in SLA of any course then the candidate shall be declared
as fail and will have to repeat and resubmit SLA work.
4. Notional Learning hours for the semester are (CL+LL+TL+SL)hrs.* 15 Weeks
5. 1 credit is equivalent to 30 Notional hrs.
6. * Self learning hours shall not be reflected in the Time Table.
7. * Self learning includes micro project / assignment / other activities.

V. THEORY LEARNING OUTCOMES AND ALIGNED COURSE CONTENT

Theory Learning Suggested
Learning content mapped with Theory Learning Outcomes
Sr.No Outcomes Learning
(TLO's) and CO's.
(TLO's)aligned to CO's. Pedagogies.
TLO 1.1 Describe the
role of the given Unit - I Fundamentals of Data Communication and
component in the Computer Network
process of data 1.1 Process of data communication and its components:
communication. Transmitter, Receiver. Medium, Message, Protocol
TLO 1.2 Compare the 1.2 Protocols, Standards, Standard organizations. Bandwidth,
Lecture Using
characteristics of analog Data Transmission Rate, Baud Rate and Bits per second
Chalk-Board
and digital signals on the 1.3 Modes of Communication (Simplex, Half duplex, Full
1 Presentations
given parameter. Duplex)
Video
TLO 1.3 Explain the 1.4 Analog Signal and Digital Signal, Analog and Digital
Demonstrations
process of data Transmission: Analog To Digital, Digital To Analog
communication using the Conversion
given mode. 1.5 Fundamental Of Computer Network: Definition And Need
TLO 1.4 Classify Of Computer Network, Applications, Network Benefits
computer networks on 1.6 Classification Of Network: LAN, WAN,MAN
the specified parameter.

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Theory Learning Suggested
Learning content mapped with Theory Learning Outcomes
Sr.No Outcomes Learning
(TLO's) and CO's.
(TLO's)aligned to CO's. Pedagogies.
TLO 2.1 Explain with
sketches the construction
of a given type of cable.
TLO 2.2 Explain with
sketches the
characteristics of the Unit - II Transmission Media And Switching
given type of unguided 2.1 Communication Media:Guided Transmission Media
transmission media. Twisted-Pair Cable, Coaxial Cable Fiber-Optic Cable
Lecture Using
TLO 2.3 Explain with 2.2 Unguided Transmission Media: Radio Waves,
Chalk-Board
sketches the working of Microwaves, Infrared, Satellite
2 Presentations
the given Multiplexing 2.3 Line-of-Sight Transmission, Point-to-Point, Broadcast
Video
technique. 2.4 Multiplexing: Frequency-Division Multiplexing ,Time -
Demonstrations
TLO 2.4 Describe with Division Multiplexing
sketches the working 2.5 Switching: Circuit-switched network, Packet switched
principle of the given network
Switching technique.
TLO 2.5 Compare
different Switching
techniques on the given
parameter.
TLO 3.1 Explain
working of the given
error detection and
correction method.
TLO 3.2 Explain
Unit - III Error Detection and Correction
features of the given
3.1 Types of Errors, Forward Error Correction Versus
IEEE communication
Retransmission
standard.
3.2 Framing: Fixed Sized and Variable Sized Framing Lecture Using
TLO 3.3 Explain
3.3 Error Detection: Repetition codes, Parity bits, Checksums, Chalk-Board
characteristics of the
CRC Presentations
given layer in IEEE
3 3.4 Error Correction: Automatic Repeat Request (ARQ), Video
802.11 architecture.
Hamming Code Demonstrations
TLO 3.4 Explain with
3.5 Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11 standard Architecture, Flipped
sketches the process of
Features of IEEE 802.11 versions: Classroom
creating a Bluetooth
802.11,802.11a,802.11b,802.11g,802.11n,802.11p
environment using the
3.6 Bluetooth Architecture: Piconet, Scatternet
given architecture.
3.7 Mobile Generations: 3G, 4G and 5G
TLO 3.5 Compare the
specified generations of
mobile telephone
systems on the given
parameter.

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Theory Learning Suggested
Learning content mapped with Theory Learning Outcomes
Sr.No Outcomes Learning
(TLO's) and CO's.
(TLO's)aligned to CO's. Pedagogies.
TLO 4.1 Identify
functions and features of Unit - IV Network Communication Models
the given layer of OSI 4.1 THE OSI MODEL: Layered Architecture, Encapsulation
Reference model. 4.2 Layers in OSI Model(Functions of each layer)-Physical
TLO 4.2 Compare the Layer,Data-Link Layer,Network Layer,Transport
specified service on the Layer,Session Layer,Presentation Layer,Application Layer
given parameters. 4.3 TCP/IP Layers and their functions: Host To Network Lecture Using
TLO 4.3 Classify IP Layer,Internet Layer,Transport Layer,Application Layer Chalk-Board
Addresses on the basis of 4.4 Protocols: Host To Network Layer-SLIP,PPP, Internet Presentations
4
its class from the given Layer-IP,ARP,RARP,ICMP, Transport Layer-TCP and UDP, Case Study
set of addresses. Application Layer-FTP,HTTP,SMTP,TELNET,BOOTP,DHCP Flipped
TLO 4.4 Distinguish 4.5 Addressing: Physical Address, Logical Address, Port Classroom
between IPv4 and IPv6 Address
on the given parameters. 4.6 IP Address-Concept, Notation, Address Space
TLO 4.5 Describe with 4.7 IPv4 Addressing: Classful and Classless Addressing
sketches the procedure to ,subnet mask,supernetting,subnetting
configure the given 4.8 IPV6 Addressing scheme and basic structure
TCP/IP service.
TLO 5.1 Compare
different computing
models on the given
parameter.
TLO 5.2 Identify
relevant network
topology for the given Unit - V Network Topologies And Network Devices Lecture Using
situation. 5.1 Network Computing Model: Peer To Peer, Client Server Chalk-Board
TLO 5.3 Compare 5.2 Network Topologies: Introduction, Definition, Selection Video
5
different topologies on criteria, Types of Topology- Star ,Mesh, Tree, Hybrid Demonstrations
the given parameter. 5.3 Network Connecting Devices: Switch, Router, Repeater, Flipped
TLO 5.4 Select network Bridge, Gateways and Modem Classroom
connecting device for the
given situation.
TLO 5.5 Describe with
sketches the procedure to
configure the given
networking device.

VI. LABORATORY LEARNING OUTCOME AND ALIGNED PRACTICAL / TUTORIAL EXPERIENCES.

Practical / Tutorial /
Sr Laboratory Experiment / Practical Titles / Tutorial Number Relevant
Laboratory Learning
No Titles of hrs. COs
Outcome (LLO)
LLO 1.1 Implement Amplitude
1 * Amplitude Shift Keying(ASK) using any simulator 2 CO1
Shift Keying(ASK)
LLO 2.1 Implement Frequency
2 Frequency Shift Keying(FSK) using any simulator 2 CO1
Shift Keying(FSK)
LLO 3.1 Implement Phase Phase Shift Keying(PSK) using any open source
3 2 CO1
Shift Keying(PSK) simulation software
LLO 4.1 Create standard
*Create and Test standard straight network
network straight cable by 4 2 CO2
cable(Universal Colour Code) using crimping tool
using cable tester.
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Sr Laboratory Experiment / Practical Titles / Tutorial Number Relevant
Laboratory Learning
No Titles of hrs. COs
Outcome (LLO)
LLO 5.1 Create standard Cross
Create and Test standard Cross network cable(Universal
network cable by using cable 5 2 CO2
Colour Code) using crimping tool
tester.
LLO 6.1 Use basic
programming skills to simulate
communication systems. * Generate a Time Division Multiplexing(TDM) signal
6 2 CO2
LLO 6.2 Debug and execute using relevant simulation software
the program for Time Division
Multiplexing(TDM).
LLO 7.1 Transfer data using
7 *Create a Hybrid Network Using Bluetooth 2 CO3
Bluetooth.
LLO 8.1 Identify different
error detection methods. *Locate the error bit in the given data string by applying
8 2 CO3
LLO 8.2 Detect errors using checksum error detection method
Checksum.
LLO 9.1 create WI-FI
9 *Implement Wireless network 2 CO3
environment.
LLO 10.1 Draw block diagram
for parity check.
10 Write a ‘C’ program for parity check error detection 2 CO3
LLO 10.2 Implement parity
check with examples.
LLO 11.1 Implement C *Write a ‘C’ program for Cyclic Redundancy
11 2 CO3
Program for CRC Check(CRC) error detection
LLO 12.1 Implement
*Write a ‘C’ program for error correction using
Hamming code in any suitable 12 2 CO3
Hamming code
programming language.
LLO 13.1 Use IP address and
*Configure static IP address in operating system along
appropriate subnet mask for 13 2 CO4
with appropriate subnet mask for given problem
given problem statement.
* Implement Classful Address in a given network node
LLO 14.1 Implement IP
i)Identify range of IP Address in various classes ii)Justify
addresses for intranet in Class 14 2 CO4
the reason to choose various IP address classes for
A, Class B, Class C.
creating given network
LLO 15.1 Troubleshoot
*Execute TCP/IP network
computer network using 15 2 CO4
commands:ipconfig,ping,tracert
commands.
LLO 16.1 Troubleshoot
*Execute TCP/IP network commands: netstat, pathping,
computer network using 16 2 CO4
route
commands.
LLO 17.1 Use wireshark *1) Install Wireshark and configure as packet sniffer-
17 2 CO4
packet sniffer software. i)Capture IP,TELNET, FTP packets using Wireshark
LLO 18.1 Measure various
types of Delay by using 18 Capture TCP and UDP packet using Wireshark 2 CO4
Wireshark.
LLO 19.1 Filter ARP and
ICMP packet Traffic using 19 Capture ARP and ICMP packet Traffic using Wireshark 2 CO4
Wireshark.
LLO 20.1 Install server Install Operating System Linux/Windows/Any other
20 2 CO4
operating system Server

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Practical / Tutorial /
Sr Laboratory Experiment / Practical Titles / Tutorial Number Relevant
Laboratory Learning
No Titles of hrs. COs
Outcome (LLO)
Use FTP protocol to transfer file from one system to
LLO 21.1 Create FTP Server 21 2 CO4
another system
LLO 22.1 Implement IPv6
Create IPv6 environment in a small network using
addressing scheme on a 22 2 CO4
simulator
network.
LLO 23.1 Configure HTTP
server on given operating 23 *Create HTTP server 2 CO5
system.
LLO 24.1 Use star topology
24 *Create computers using Star topology with wired media 2 CO5
for a given situation.
LLO 25.1 Use Network
Create Tree topology using CISCO packet tracer
simulator CISCO packet 25 2 CO5
software
tracer.
LLO 26.1 Implement remote
26 Configure TELNET for remote login 2 CO5
login feature.
*Visit your computer laboratory-
i)Identify the type of topology
ii)Identify types of connecting devices with
LLO 27.1 Survey existing specifications
27 4 CO5
network infrastructure. iii)Identify types of cables with specifications
iv)List the type of network applications commonly used
in the laboratory
iv)Draw the layout of installed network
LLO 28.1 Transfer a file from
one computer to another.
LLO 28.2 Print documents 28 Share folder and printer in a network 2 CO5
from remote system in a
network.
Note : Out of above suggestive LLOs -
'*' Marked Practicals (LLOs) Are mandatory.
Minimum 80% of above list of lab experiment are to be performed.
Judicial mix of LLOs are to be performed to achieve desired outcomes.

VII. SUGGESTED MICRO PROJECT / ASSIGNMENT/ ACTIVITIES FOR SPECIFIC LEARNING /

SKILLS DEVELOPMENT (SELF LEARNING)

Assignment

Solve an assignment on any relevant topic given by the Teacher

For a trading firm an organization with 10users, draw network architecture design of wireless LAN.
Identify appropriate network topology and network connecting devices for following requirement. Draw network
design for proposed network. An organization having its office in a building of 5 floor. Each floor it needs 20
machines. There is one File server. Each floor has 2 print servers to facilitate printer capacity using Tree topology.

Micro project

Install and configure NIC and find MAC Address of Device

Design a network using any topology and do fault identification
Create a tool that monitors network bandwidth usage in real-time

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Note :

Above is just a suggestive list of microprojects and assignments; faculty must prepare their own bank of
microprojects, assignments, and activities in a similar way.
The faculty must allocate judicial mix of tasks, considering the weaknesses and / strengths of the student in
acquiring the desired skills.
If a microproject is assigned, it is expected to be completed as a group activity.
SLA marks shall be awarded as per the continuous assessment record.
If the course does not have associated SLA component, above suggestive listings is applicable to Tutorials
and maybe considered for FA-PR evaluations.

VIII. LABORATORY EQUIPMENT / INSTRUMENTS / TOOLS / SOFTWARE REQUIRED

Relevant
Sr.No Equipment Name with Broad Specifications LLO
Number
1 Desktop Computer with basic configuration All
Network Tool Kit: Crimping Tool for RJ-45 connector ,3in 1 modular crimping tool for RJ-45
UTP CAT-5/CAT-6 Networking Cable,LAN Cutter 8P/6pP/4P All-in-One or similar,Cable
2 All
Tester/LAN Tester(Specification: Network Cable Tester for LAN RJ-45/CAT5/CAT6 UTP Wire
Test Tool or similar)
Network Accessories: RJ45 connector, UTP cable, optical fibre cable, Coaxial cable, various
3 All
connectors,1000Mbps NIC
4 UPS 6 KVA online All
5 Ethernet Switch- 4/8/16/24/32 All
Router-256MB Memory storage capacity, compatible with Desktop and Laptop, Rack
6 All
Mountable, Wireless Connectivity
7 Printer All
8 Wireshark(https://www.wireshark.org/download.html)or any other Packet Analyzer Tool All
9 Simulation Software: CISCO Packet Tracer, CORE Network Emulator or Similar All

IX. SUGGESTED WEIGHTAGE TO LEARNING EFFORTS & ASSESSMENT PURPOSE (Specification

Table)
Aligned Learning R- U- A- Total
Sr.No Unit Unit Title
COs Hours Level Level Level Marks
Fundamentals of Data Communication and
1 I CO1 10 4 8 4 16
Computer Network
2 II Transmission Media And Switching CO2 10 4 4 6 14
3 III Error Detection and Correction CO3 8 4 4 6 14
4 IV Network Communication Models CO4 12 4 6 8 18
5 V Network Topologies And Network Devices CO5 5 2 2 4 8
Grand Total 45 18 24 28 70

X. ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGIES/TOOLS

Formative assessment (Assessment for Learning)

Continuous assessment based on process and product related performance indicators.

Each practical will be assessed considering 60% weightage to process 40% weightage to product.
A continuous assessment based term work.

Summative Assessment (Assessment of Learning)

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End semester examination, Lab performance, Viva-voce

XI. SUGGESTED COS - POS MATRIX FORM

Programme
Specific
Programme Outcomes (POs)
Outcomes*
(PSOs)
Course PO-5
Outcomes PO-1 Basic Engineering
(COs) PO-3 PO-7
and PO-2 PO-4 Practices for
Design/ PO-6 Project Life PSO- PSO- PSO-
Discipline Problem Engineering Society,
Development Management Long 1 2 3
Specific Analysis Tools Sustainability
of Solutions Learning
Knowledge and
Environment
CO1 1 - 2 1 - - 1
CO2 1 1 2 1 - 1 1
CO3 1 2 1 1 - - 1
CO4 1 2 2 1 - 1 1
CO5 - 2 2 1 1 1 1
Legends :- High:03, Medium:02,Low:01, No Mapping: -
*PSOs are to be formulated at institute level

XII. SUGGESTED LEARNING MATERIALS / BOOKS

Sr.No Author Title Publisher with ISBN Number
Behrouz A. Data Communication and McGraw-Hill Higher Education ISBN-13 978-0-07-
1
Forouzan Networking 296775-3
Behrouz A.
2 TCP/IP Protocol Suit McGraw Hill Education ISBN-13 978-0073376042
Forouzan:
PRENTICE HALL ISBN-10: 0-13-212695-8 ,ISBN-
3 A.S. Tanenbaum Computer Networks
13:978-0-13-212695-3
Data Communication and McGraw Hill Education ISBN-10
4 Godbole Achyut
Networks 9780071077705,ISBN-13 978-0071077705
Comer Douglas TCP/IP Principles, Protocols and PEARSON ISBN 10: 0-13-608530-X ISBN 13: 978-
5
E. Architectures 0-13-608530-0

XIII . LEARNING WEBSITES & PORTALS

Sr.No Link / Portal Description
https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/data-communication-definition- Data Communication-Definition,
1
components-types-channels/ Components,Types,Channels
https://www.tutorialspoint.com/data_communication_computer_n Data Communication and Computer
2
etwork/index.htm Network
3 https://nptel.ac.in/courses/106105081 Computer Networks
Computer Networks and Internet
4 https://nptel.ac.in/courses/106105183
Protocol
5 Introduction To Computer Networks | Studytonight Introduction To Computer Networks
Note :

Teachers are requested to check the creative common license status/financial implications of the suggested
online educational resources before use by the students

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