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. |
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Related Preparation |
1) |
• Syllabus
• Overview of course
• Cellular Networks
• Satellite Systems
• Ad Hoc Networks, Sensor Networks, LANs, MANs, PANs
• Trends in Wireless Communication
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Review the Syllabus.
Acquire a copy of the book.
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2) |
• Random Processes
• Poisson and exponential distributions
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Read chapter 2 in the textbook |
3) |
• Poisson and exponential distributions
• Traffic Theory
• Basic Queuing Systems
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Read chapter 2 in the textbook
Review problems solved in class, review Problem Set 1.
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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.
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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
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Read chapter 3 in the textbook
Review problems solved in class, review all problems in Problem Set 2
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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
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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
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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.
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10) |
• Existing Wireless Systems: LTE, LTE-A
• Satellite Communication Systems Systems
• Global Positioning System (GPS)
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Continue reading chapter 11 and chapter 12 in the textbook
Review problems solved in class, and all problems in Problem Set 6.
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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
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Start reading chapter 10 in the textbook
Review problems solved in class.
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12) |
• Routing
• Table-Driven Routing Protocols
• Source-Initiated On-Demand Routing
• Hybrid Protocols
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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
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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.
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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.
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
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Information on project management and practices in business life such as risk management and change management; awareness about entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainable development. |
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Sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering related to their branches; the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas to model and solve engineering problems. |
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3) |
The ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; selecting and applying appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. |
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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.) |
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Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively. |
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Ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for examination of engineering problems. |
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7) |
Effective communication skills in Turkish oral and written communication; at least one foreign language knowledge. |
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8) |
Yaşam boyu öğrenmenin gerekliliği bilinci; bilgiye erişebilme, bilim ve teknolojideki gelişmeleri izleme ve kendini sürekli yenileme becerisi. |
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Professional and ethical responsibility. |
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Information on the effects of engineering applications on health, environment and safety in the universal and social dimensions and the problems of the times; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions. |
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The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; individual work skill. |
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