Telecommunication Networks

Course aim

To develop appreciation of the component technologies, services and architecture of modern telecommunication networks, and to carry out simple performance analysis and design related to selected aspects of networks.

Course content

Foundations of Telecommunications Networks:
Network evolution, signaling protocols, circuit vs. packet-switched communication, and QoS basics.

Network Performance and Teletraffic Engineering:
Traffic modelling, performance metrics, resource allocation, and teletraffic tools.

Wireless Communication and Mobility:
Wireless generations (2G-6G), mobility management, handover techniques, and spectrum sharing.

Next-Generation Networks and Technologies:
5G technologies and beyond, and the vision for 6G.

Security, Privacy, and Future Directions:
Telecommunications security, encryption protocols, quantum communications, satellite networks, and green networking.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

EEET 3025 Data Communication Technologies or equivalent basic data communications and networking course. Basic Engineering Mathematics (including introduction to probability)

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES
Lecture	2 hours x 13 weeks
Lecture	1 hour x 13 weeks
Practical	2 hours x 6 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Skills demonstration, Test, Written examination

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.