Table of contents

The course is connected to the following study programs

Teaching language

Norwegian

Recommended previous knowledge

The teaching is based on the first year's subjects in the study program IT and information system, bachelor program.

Learning outcomes

After completing the course, the students should be able to:
  • understand how information is represented on a computer
  • evaluate basic concepts of operating system
  • be familiar with security challenges with operating systems and data communications
  • create (and recreate) applications based on understanding basic operating system and data communication principles
  • explain protocols for data communication and how different communication layers collaborate in a communication process
  • understand differences between proprietary and free software operating systems
  • explain the possibilities of developing communication technology for businesses
  • understand the importance of the Internet to society

Contents

Themes in this subject include:
  • Digital abstraction
  • Programs and processes in the operating system environment
  • Principles for compilation and execution of computer programs illustrated with current programming languages
  • Data communication, - higher layer protocols, internet protocols (IP, UDP and TCP)
  • Security in operating systems and data communication

Teaching and learning methods

Form of work is team-based learning. Functions in the Canvas web application are used to stimulate both individual and team-based learning. There is compulsory attendance up to 6 hours a week, which includes joint gatherings and teamwork. Expected work volume is 13 hours per week.

Examination requirements

80% attendance at compulsory education. Information about what is mandatory will be provided at startup. Students must be available for group work during the day. There are regular submissions and these must be approved for the final directory to be evaluated.

Examinations

Portfolio assessment, graded A-F.

Student evaluation

The study programme manager, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.

Offered as a free-standing course

Yes, subject to capasity.

Reduction of Credits

This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:

Course Reduction of Credits
IS-2500 – Data Communications. 10
IS-2500 – Data Communications. 10
IS-3880 – Advanced course in data communications. 6
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