Mechanical Engineering (English)
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code:

EEE468

Course Name:

Wireless Networks

Course Semester:

Fall

Course Credits:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
3	0	3	5

Language of instruction:

Course Requisites:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

Compulsory

Course Level:

Bachelor

TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:First Cycle

EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

Face to face

Course Coordinator :

Dr.Öğr.Üyesi DİDEM KIVANÇ TÜRELİ

Course Lecturer(s):

Prof. Dr. Ufuk Türeli
Dr.Öğr.Üyesi DİDEM KIVANÇ TÜRELİ

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:	This is an introductory course on wireless networks. Students will learn about the fundamentals of wireless channels, queueing theory, error control coding and ARQ, multiple access channels, cellular network planning, backhaul across wired networks, ad hoc networks, sensor networks, and current and future cellular networks.
Course Content:	Queueing and delay in wireless communcation networks, propagation of radio signals, spectra efficiency, power efficiency, diversity in wireless communication, radio resource allocation, TDMA, CDMA, FDMA, 4G and 5G Networks.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Apply basic mathematical and scientific principles to solve engineering problems related to wireless communications.
2) Identify and discuss the fundamental operational and design problems of wireless communication systems.
3) Understand the standardization process in cellular networks, and the history of cellular communication, discuss some of the differences between legacy, existing and future cellular communication systems.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) Apply basic techniques to design radio links and basic communication systems.
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	• Syllabus • Overview of course • Cellular Networks • Satellite Systems • Ad Hoc Networks, Sensor Networks, LANs, MANs, PANs • Trends in Wireless Communication	Review the Syllabus. Acquire a copy of the book.
2)	• Random Processes • Poisson and exponential distributions	Read chapter 2 in the textbook
3)	• Poisson and exponential distributions • Traffic Theory • Basic Queuing Systems	Read chapter 2 in the textbook Review problems solved in class, review Problem Set 1.
4)	• Introduction to Cellular Concept • Cell Area • Signal Strength and Cell Parameters • Capacity of a Cell • Frequency Reuse • How to Form a Cluster • Cochannel Interference • Cell Splitting • Cell Sectoring	Read chapter 5 in the textbook Review problems solved in class, review selected problems from the book.
5)	• Introduction Mobile Radio Propagation • Types of Radio Waves • Propagation Mechanisms • Free Space Propagation • Land Propagation • Path Loss, Slow Fading, Fast Fading • Doppler Effect • Delay Spread • Intersymbol Interference • Coherence Bandwidth • Cochannel Interference • Error Control Coding • ARQ	Read chapter 3 in the textbook Review problems solved in class, review all problems in Problem Set 2
6)	• Multiple Division Techniques for Traffic Channels • Concepts and Models for Multiple Divisions o FDMA, TDMA, CDMA, OFDM, SDMA • Comparison of Multiple Division Techniques • Modulation Techniques o AM, FM, PSK, QPSK, QAM, 16QAM	Read chapter 7 in the textbook Review problems solved in class, review selected problems from the book
7)	• Multiple Radio Access Protocols • Contention-Based Protocols o Pure ALOHA o Slotted ALOHA o CSMA o CSMA/CD o CSMA/CA	Read chapter 6 in the textbook Review problems solved in class, review selected problems from the book
8)	• Traffic Channel Allocation • Static Allocation versus Dynamic Allocation • Fixed Channel Allocation (FCA) • Dynamic Channel Allocation (DCA) • Hybrid Channel Allocation (HCA) • Allocation in Specialized System Structure • System Modeling	Read chapter 8, do assigned problems.
9)	• Network Protocols • Introduction to the OSI layers • TCP/IP Protocol • Routing Using Bellman-Ford Algorithm • Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6)	Read chapter 9 in the textbook Review problems solved in class, assigned problems.
10)	• Existing Wireless Systems: LTE, LTE-A • Satellite Communication Systems Systems • Global Positioning System (GPS)	Continue reading chapter 11 and chapter 12 in the textbook Review problems solved in class, and all problems in Problem Set 6.
11)	• Mobile Communication Systems • Cellular System Infrastructure • Registration • Handoff Parameters and Underlying Support • Roaming Support • Multicasting • Security and Privacy in Mobile Communication Systems • Firewalls and System Security	Start reading chapter 10 in the textbook Review problems solved in class.
12)	• Routing • Table-Driven Routing Protocols • Source-Initiated On-Demand Routing • Hybrid Protocols	Start reading chapter 13 in the textbook
13)	• Introduction to Ad Hoc Networks • Characteristics of MANETs • Applications in MANETs • Vehicular Area Network (VANET) • Security Issues in Mobile Ad Hoc Networks (MANETs) • Network Simulators	Start reading chapter 13 in the textbook
14)	• Introduction to Sensor Networks • Fixed Wireless Sensor Networks and Actuator Networks • Issues of power consumption and routing specific to WSNs • Routing in WSNs • MAC in WSNs • Sensor Deployment • Collaborative information processing and sensor fusion in WSNs • Designing a WSN node • Security problems in WSNs	Read chapter 14 in the textbook Review problems solved in class. Students are expected to bring to class an article on an issue in future wireless communication systems to the next class.
15)	• Femtocell Network • Ultra-Wideband Technology • Push-to-Talk (PTT) Technology for SMS • RFID • Cognitive Radio • Multimedia Services Requirements • Heterogeneous Wireless Networks • Mobility and Resource Management for Integrated Systems • Multicast in Wireless Networks • Directional and Smart Antennas	Read chapter 16 in the textbook Review in class discussion.

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Agrawal, Dharma P, and Qing-An Zeng. Introduction to Wireless and Mobile Systems, 4th Ed.. CL Engineering (Cengage Learning), 2015. ISBN-13: 978-1305087132
References:	IEEE Transactions on Wireless Communications IEEE Transactions on Mobile Computing

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes	1	2	4	3
Program Outcomes
1) Sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering related to their branches; and the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) The ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; selecting and applying appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) The ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions include such issues as economy, environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety, social and political issues, according to the nature of design.)
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to examine engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics.
6) The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; individual work skill.
7) Effective communication skills in Turkish oral and written communication; at least one foreign language knowledge; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; access to knowledge, ability to follow developments in science and technology, and constant self-renewal.
9) Conform to ethical principles, and standards of professional and ethical responsibility; be informed about the standards used in engineering applications.
10) Awareness of applications in business, such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; individual work skill.
12) In order to gain depth at least one, physics knowledge based on chemistry knowledge and mathematics; advanced mathematical knowledge, including multivariable mathematical and differential equations; familiarity with statistics and linear algebra.
13) The ability to work in both thermal and mechanical systems, including the design and implementation of such systems.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering related to their branches; and the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2)	The ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; selecting and applying appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3)	The ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions include such issues as economy, environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety, social and political issues, according to the nature of design.)
4)	Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
5)	Ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to examine engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics.
6)	The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; individual work skill.
7)	Effective communication skills in Turkish oral and written communication; at least one foreign language knowledge; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8)	Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; access to knowledge, ability to follow developments in science and technology, and constant self-renewal.
9)	Conform to ethical principles, and standards of professional and ethical responsibility; be informed about the standards used in engineering applications.
10)	Awareness of applications in business, such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11)	The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; individual work skill.
12)	In order to gain depth at least one, physics knowledge based on chemistry knowledge and mathematics; advanced mathematical knowledge, including multivariable mathematical and differential equations; familiarity with statistics and linear algebra.
13)	The ability to work in both thermal and mechanical systems, including the design and implementation of such systems.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Lesson
Reading
Homework

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments	6	% 10
Project	1	% 10
Midterms	1	% 35
Final	1	% 45
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 55
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 45
total		% 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	3	42
Study Hours Out of Class	14	5	70
Homework Assignments	6	3	18
Midterms	1	12	12
Final	1	12	12
Total Workload			154