Course Details for 2012/13
Course: Mobile Technologies
Course Code: COMP1425
Course Coordinator for 2012/13: Dr Maryam Roshaneai
Level: Masters
Credits: 15
Pre-requisites:
Network Architecture and Services (COMP 1617)
Aims:
Mobile technologies are becoming an integral part of building and deploying modern distributed computing systems. In the last few years, there has been a proliferation of architectures, protocols and standards for wireless and mobile communications. In this context, computer professionals need to be aware of current and emerging technologies in order to design mobile/wireless networks suited to user requirements.
This course deals with wireless communication and the underlying protocols and technologies. The emphasis is on critical evaluation of existing technology options and future developments. The discussion is mainly of layers 1-4 of the OSI model, with some coverage of application level issues. Programming for mobile devices is covered in another course.
Learning Outcomes:
On completion of this course the students should be able to:
A. Understand the technical challenges posed by current mobile devices and wireless communications.
B. Demonstrate critical in-depth knowledge of media, LAN/WAN standards, protocols and their pros & cons.
C. Be able to evaluate available technologies for the design & implementation of wireless networks according to user requirements.
D. Be able to identify and evaluate current trends in wireless communications technologies.
Indicative Content:
Mobile applications - examples, service requirements, technical challenges. Wireless media (IR, RW, MW): Spectrum frequencies, range, bandwidth, cellular systems, terrestrial and satellite etc. Regulatory and standards bodies - FCC, OfCom, ITU-T etc. Protocol architectures (OSI layer 2): 2G/3G/4G cellular systems (GSM, GPRS, UMTS, WiMAX), LANs/PANs/BANs (Bluetooth, 802.11, Zigbee); Wireless self-organised networks (Mobile ad hoc network and wireless sensor networks). Network layer issues and protocols - Mobile IP, addressing & routing for mobile systems. Security in wireless systems.
Learning and Teaching Activities:
Lecture - 40%
Tutorial/DUL - 30%
Laboratory - 30%
Assessment Details:
Coursework - 50%
A single (multi-part) peer-assessment coursework assignment.
Assessing all learning outcomes.
Examination - 50%
Two hour exam. Assessing all learning outcomes.
Minimum pass mark - 40%
Course Code: COMP1425
Course Coordinator for 2012/13: Dr Maryam Roshaneai
Level: Masters
Credits: 15
Pre-requisites:
Network Architecture and Services (COMP 1617)
Aims:
Mobile technologies are becoming an integral part of building and deploying modern distributed computing systems. In the last few years, there has been a proliferation of architectures, protocols and standards for wireless and mobile communications. In this context, computer professionals need to be aware of current and emerging technologies in order to design mobile/wireless networks suited to user requirements.
This course deals with wireless communication and the underlying protocols and technologies. The emphasis is on critical evaluation of existing technology options and future developments. The discussion is mainly of layers 1-4 of the OSI model, with some coverage of application level issues. Programming for mobile devices is covered in another course.
Learning Outcomes:
On completion of this course the students should be able to:
A. Understand the technical challenges posed by current mobile devices and wireless communications.
B. Demonstrate critical in-depth knowledge of media, LAN/WAN standards, protocols and their pros & cons.
C. Be able to evaluate available technologies for the design & implementation of wireless networks according to user requirements.
D. Be able to identify and evaluate current trends in wireless communications technologies.
Indicative Content:
Mobile applications - examples, service requirements, technical challenges. Wireless media (IR, RW, MW): Spectrum frequencies, range, bandwidth, cellular systems, terrestrial and satellite etc. Regulatory and standards bodies - FCC, OfCom, ITU-T etc. Protocol architectures (OSI layer 2): 2G/3G/4G cellular systems (GSM, GPRS, UMTS, WiMAX), LANs/PANs/BANs (Bluetooth, 802.11, Zigbee); Wireless self-organised networks (Mobile ad hoc network and wireless sensor networks). Network layer issues and protocols - Mobile IP, addressing & routing for mobile systems. Security in wireless systems.
Learning and Teaching Activities:
Lecture - 40%
Tutorial/DUL - 30%
Laboratory - 30%
Assessment Details:
Coursework - 50%
A single (multi-part) peer-assessment coursework assignment.
Assessing all learning outcomes.
Examination - 50%
Two hour exam. Assessing all learning outcomes.
Minimum pass mark - 40%
Text Books
The following is a list of books that may be used in this course.
This list is subject to change.
Please wait for advice from the lecturer when the course begins before spending money on books.
| Author | Title | Publisher | Date Of Publication |
ISBN | Comment |
| Elliott & Phillips | Mobile Commerce & Wireless Computing | Addison-Wesley | 2004 | 0201752409 | recommended |
| Gast MS | 802.11 Wireless networks | O'Reilly | 2005 | 0596100523 | |
| Jamalipour | The Wireless Mobile Internet | Wiley | 2003 | 047084468X | Recommended |
| Mullett GJ | Wireless Telecommunications Systems and Networks | Thomson Learning | 2006 | 1 4018 8659 0 | recommended |
| Nicopolitidis et al | Wireless Networks | Wiley | 2004 | 0470845295 | recommended |
| Schiller Jochen | Mobile Communications, 2nd Edition | Pearson | 2003 | 0321123816 | Essential |
| Stallings, William | Wireless Communications & Networks | Pearson | 2002 | 0130408646 | Recommended |