Title

Wireless Networks with special focus on ad hoc networks and their Simulations 

Code

SCPS504

Prerequisites

None

Co-requisites

None

Aim

The aim of this module is to teach the principles and the specialisation thereof of Wireless networks such as ad hoc, sensor and other types. The simulation and modelling of networks is also taught to prepare the student for Research.

Content

Section A – Wireless Network Principles
Antennas and Propagation; Signal Encoding techniques; Spread Spectrum
Satellite Communication; Cellular Wireless Networks; Mobile IP
Bluetooth; Wireless LANs (IEEE 802.11); Ad Hoc Networks (IEEE 802.15) 
 
Section B –  Modelling and Simulation of Wireless Networked systems 
Modelling and optimization of large-scale systems in a wide variety of decision-making domains. Application domains include transportation and logistics, and
telecommunications system planning. Modelling techniques covered include linear, network, discrete, and, sensitivity.

Assessment

Two papers are to be written. Paper A for Section A and Paper B for Section B content. Small laboratory projects/assignments are required to gain required skills in

 

both Sections A and B of the content.

DP Requirement

Completion of all assignment and class/mini projects.