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UQU Programs
Computer and Network Engineering

Network Engineering

CEN3504
3 hours English

Network Engineering

Network Engineering
CEN1501 Network Fundamentals and Applications
3 hours One requisite
1 Introduction to Modern Networking / • Topics: / 1. Evolution of Networking / 2. Traditional vs. Modern Networking Approaches / 3. Networking Challenges and Opportunities
2 Software-Defined Networking (SDN) / • Topics: / 1. SDN Architecture and Principles / 2. Control Plane and Data Plane Separation / 3. OpenFlow Protocol / 4. Use Cases of SDN in Networking
3 Module 3: Network Function Virtualization (NFV) / • Topics: / 1. NFV Concepts and Benefits / 2. NFV Architecture / 3. NFV Orchestration / 4. Applications of NFV
4 Internet of Things (IoT) / • Topics: / 1. Overview of IoT / 2. IoT Architecture and Protocols / 3. Networking Challenges in IoT / 4. IoT Applications and Use Cases
5 Cloud Networking / • Topics: / 1. Cloud Networking Principles / 2. Virtualization in Cloud Networks / 3. Networking for Cloud Data Centers / 4. Cloud and Edge Computing Integration
6 Quality of Experience (QoE) / • Topics: / 1. QoE vs. QoS / 2. Factors Affecting QoE / 3. Monitoring and Managing QoE / 4. Applications of QoE in Streaming and Gaming
7 Lab work
1.1 Mapped to: K1

An ability to identify and explain the broad in-depth knowledge and comprehension of concepts, principles, theories, processes, methodologies, and procedures in the domain of network engineering

Teaching Strategy One or more of the following strategies may be used: Classroom lectures PowerPoint slides Reading assignments
Assessment Methods One or more of the following strategies may be used: Written exams, Home assignments Oral questions
2.1 Mapped to: S1 (S1 in ABET)

Cognitive Skills: An ability to identify, formulate, and solve problems in the domain of network engineering

Teaching Strategy One or more of the following strategies may be used: Classroom lectures PowerPoint slides Reading assignments Problem solving practice Tutorials
Assessment Methods One or more of the following strategies may be used: Written exams Home assignments Oral questions
2.2 Mapped to: S3 (S6 in ABET)

Practical and Physical Skills: an ability to develop and conduct experimentation, analyze and interpret data, in the domain of network engineering

Teaching Strategy One or more of the following strategies may be used: Perform experiments Application development using hardware development boards Data analysis Data interpretation Problem solving through programming Classroom lectures PowerPoint slides
Assessment Methods One or more of the following strategies may be used: Projects Written exams Home assignments
3.1 Mapped to: V1 (S4 in ABET)

Values: an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities

Teaching Strategy One or more of the following strategies may be used: Discussion on how to make informed judgments in a given engineering situation, considering the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts Classroom lectures PowerPoint slides
Assessment Methods One or more of the following strategies may be used: Assessment of informed judgments through written assignments or project reports or oral presentations
3.2 Mapped to: V2 (S7 in ABET)

Autonomy: An ability to acquire new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies

Teaching Strategy One or more of the following strategies may be used: Design activities through problem-based learning Design examples Open-ended design tasks Classroom lectures PowerPoint slides Reading assignments Problem solving Tutorials
Assessment Methods One or more of the following strategies may be used: Projects Written exam Home assignments Oral presentations
3.3 Mapped to: V3 (S7 in ABET)

Responsibility: an ability to function effectively in a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objective

Teaching Strategy One or more of the following strategies may be used: Discussion on various aspects of teamwork such as: (1) how to establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objective (2) how the group shares responsibilities and makes decisions together to foster collaboration Classroom lectures PowerPoint slides
Assessment Methods One or more of the following strategies may be used: Project breakdown structure Minutes of meeting
Assessment
Weight
Assessment through group activity (written assignments or project ) and/or quizzes
20%
Lab assessment through checkpoints or lab midterm
10%
Final Lab
15%
Midterm
20%
Final
35%
Total
100%