- Basic definitions within data communication, standards and the ISO-model
- Orientation about physical layers: Media for transmission, signals, carriers, modems
- Data link protocols: Functions (addressing, fault detection/ -control, flow control), examples of protocols
- Local net works: Ethernet and orientation about Token Ring, net components
- Net work layers: Switching, Internet protocols (IP), ISDN, net components, orientation about circuit- and packet switching net works
- Transmission layer: Functions (addressing, fault detection/ -control, flow control), the protocols Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) and User Datagram Protocol (UDP)
- Application layer: Application protocols, client-server- applications (email and www), orientation about data security
HI1000 Data Communications and Networks 7.5 credits
Course offerings are missing for current or upcoming semesters.
Headings with content from the Course syllabus HI1000 (Autumn 2007–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )
Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
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Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Elementary computer programming skills
Recommended prerequisites
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Equipment
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Literature
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Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Examination
- LAB1 - Laboratory Work, 3.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
- TEN1 - Examination, 4.5 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
Other requirements for final grade
Passed written exam (TEN1; 4,5 cr.), credit rate A-F
Passed lab work (LAB1; 3 cr.), credit rate P/F
In total credit rate A-F
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
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Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
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Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
Course room in Canvas
Registered students find further information about the implementation of the course in the course room in Canvas. A link to the course room can be found under the tab Studies in the Personal menu at the start of the course.
Offered by
Main field of study
Electrical Engineering, Technology
Education cycle
First cycle
Add-on studies
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Contact
Kenneth Långström, kenneth.langstrom@sth.kth.se