CSE 5347 - Telecom Network Design

Telecom Network Design (CSE 5347)

Class hours (MW 3:30 - 4:50 pm, WH 402)

Office hours (MW 1:30 - 2:30 pm, NH 249B)

Instructor

Prof. Sajal K. Das
Professor, Dept of Computer Science and Engineering
Director, CReWMaN
University of Texas at Arlington
Office: NH 249-B
Phone: (817)272-7405
E-mail: das@cse.uta.edu

Class handout ps pdf
Homework 1 ps pdf -- Due: 09/06/2000
Homework 2 ps pdf -- Due: 09/13/2000
Homework 3 ps pdf -- Due: 09/27/2000
Homework 4 Problem Nos. 3.2, 3.3, 3.5, 3.7, 3.8 and 3.9 -- Due: 10/09/2000
Homework 5 ps pdf -- Due: 11/01/2000
Homework 6 ps pdf -- Due: 11/15/2000
Homework 7 ps pdf -- Due: 11/27/2000
Homework 8 ps pdf -- Due: 12/04/2000

Exam #1: Oct 18th, 2000(Closed Book/notes)

Exam #2: Dec 4th, 2000 (Closed Book/notes)

About the course

This course will focus on theoretical frameworks and fundamental concepts behind the design and analysis of telecommunication networks (voice and data). Various advanced algorithmic and optimization techniques will be taught which are an integral part of efficient functioning of modern telecommunication networks. Queueing based performance modeling tools will also be introduced. Details of specific protocols or standards are beyond the scope of this course.


Graph models of networks
Fundamental graph algorithms
Network optimization techniques
Concepts of parallel and distributed algorithms
Centralized and distributed network topology design
Resource management
QoS issues
Routing and multicasting
Network reliability
Performance modeling and simulation
Optical network design
Wireless mobile networks

Text Book

Data Networks by D. Bertsekas and R. Gallager, Prentice Hall.

Grading Policy

Grading will be based on the performance in homework assignments, exams, and term projects. However, these policies can be changed at the instructor's discretion.

Guest Speakers

A few talks by telecom industry and academic researchers on current topics are expected.

TA

Mainak Chatterjee, WH-411, Office Hours: T, Th 1:30-3:00 pm
E-mail: mainak@uta.edu