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Network Fundamentals and Security

Course Code	: KBU110
Course Type	: Area Elective
Couse Group	: Short Cycle (Associate's Degree)
Education Language	: Turkish
Work Placement	: N/A

Theory	: 3
Prt.	: 0
Credit	: 3
Lab	: 0
ECTS	: 4

Objectives of the Course

The aim of this course is to teach students the basic components, operating principles, and security measures of computer networks. Students are expected to identify network hardware, perform IP addressing, understand basic routing concepts, and acquire fundamental knowledge and skills in network security.

Course Content

This course covers fundamental topics such as types of networks, OSI and TCP/IP models, IP addressing, subnetting, routing, and switching. It also includes practical discussions on network protocols, wireless networks, network security, attack types, encryption, firewalls, and VPN technologies.

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Learning Outcomes

1.	Explains the layers of the network structure by describing the OSI and TCP/IP models.
2.	Applies IP addressing, subnetting, and basic routing operations.
3.	Analyzes the functions of network hardware and protocols.
4.	Identifies common network threats and attack types, and explains basic security measures.
5.	Uses technologies such as encryption, VPN, and firewalls to design a secure network architecture.

Recommended or Required Reading

1.	Computer Networks, Turgut Özseven, Ekin Printing Press

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week 1 - Theoretical

Introduction to Networks, Basic Concepts, and Types of Networks

Week 2 - Theoretical

OSI and TCP/IP Models

Week 3 - Theoretical

IP Addressing, Subnet Masking, and Classification

Week 4 - Theoretical

Basic Network Devices: Router, Switch, Hub, Modem

Week 5 - Theoretical

Concepts and Comparisons of LAN, WAN, WLAN, MAN

Week 6 - Theoretical

MAC Addressing and ARP Protocol

Week 7 - Theoretical

Network Protocols: HTTP, FTP, SMTP, DNS, DHCP

Week 8 - Intermediate Exam

Midterm

Week 9 - Theoretical

Wireless Networks and Security Measures

Week 10 - Theoretical

Network Attack Types: DoS, MITM, Spoofing, Sniffing etc.

Week 11 - Theoretical

Basics of Routing and Switching

Week 12 - Theoretical

Basics of Encryption and VPN Technology

Week 13 - Theoretical

Secure Network Design and Best Practices

Week 14 - Theoretical

General Review, Case Study Analysis, and Project Presentations

Week 15 - Final Exam

Final Exam

Assessment Methods and Criteria

Type of Assessment	Count	Percent
Assignment	1	%5
Quiz	1	%5
Midterm Examination	1	%30
Final Examination	1	%60

Workload Calculation

Activities	Count	Preparation	Time	Total Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory	14	2	2	56
Assignment	2	5	0	10
Midterm Examination	1	17	0	17
Final Examination	1	17	0	17
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)				100

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

	PÇ-1	PÇ-2	PÇ-3	PÇ-4	PÇ-5	PÇ-6	PÇ-7	PÇ-8	PÇ-9	PÇ-10	PÇ-11	PÇ-12	PÇ-13
OÇ-1	5	4				4			4	4
OÇ-2	5	5				4				4
OÇ-3	5	4				5				5	4
OÇ-4	4							4
OÇ-5	4	5								5	4

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