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College of Engineering
DATE OF EFFECTIVITY/REVISION: COURSE TITLE: DATA COMMUNICATIONS - Lab Learning Resource Center
01June 2018 / 5.0 Faculty
VISION CORE VALUES
We are National University, a dynamic private institution committed to nation building, 1.Integrity 2. Compassion 3. Innovation 4. Industry 5. Respect 6. Resilience 7. Patriotism
recognized internationally in teaching and research.
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES INTENDED FOR
INSTITUTIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs)
MISSION NATIONALIANS (GAINs)
Guided by the core values and characterized by our cultural heritage of Dynamic Filipinism, a. Exhibit the capacity for self-reflection
National University is committed to providing relevant, innovative, and accessible quality 1. Conscientious and Reflective Leader b. Exhibit the willingness to engage in self-appraisal
education and other development programs. c. Apply moral and ethical standards in leading others
We are committed to our: 4. ICT Literate and Competent d. Express ideas effectively
Communicator e. Effectively use various ICT tools to convey ideas
STUDENTS, by molding them into ethical, spiritual and responsible citizens.
6. Socially and Community-engaged Citizen f. Participate actively in community-oriented advocacies that
FACULTY and EMPLOYEES, by enhancing their competencies, cultivating their Imbued with the Spirit of Patriotism contribute to nation building
commitment and providing a just and fulfilling work environment. g. Produce alternative solutions, processes, and approaches
ALUMNI, by instilling in them a sense of pride, commitment, and loyalty to their alma mater. h. Apply problem-solving skills
7. Innovative, Creative, and Critical Thinker
INDUSTRY PARTNERS and EMPLOYERS, by providing them Nationalians who will i. Provide solutions to challenges in respective areas of
contribute to their growth and development. specialization
10.Interculturally Competent Collaborator j. Work effectively in teams of different cultures
COMMUNITY, by contributing to the improvement of life’s conditions.
11.Life- and career-skilled Individual k. Engage in continuing personal and professional development

Program Educational Objectives ILO

After 3 to 5 years on the job, graduates of the College of Engineering of NU are expected to: a b c d e f g h i j k
1. demonstrate engineering knowledge by providing solutions to technological problems;     
2. demonstrate entrepreneurial skills in engineering related ventures;       
3. demonstrate ethical commitment to the community and the profession;  
4. contribute to knowledge and best engineering practice through research and development; and    
5. engage in life-long learning as demonstrated through career achievements. 

Student Outcomes PEO

At the time of graduation, students have: 1 2 3 4 5
a. an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, sciences and engineering sciences to the practice of engineering; 
b. an ability to design and conduct experiments as well as analyze and interpret data;  
c. an ability to design system, component or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and
 
safety, manufacturability, and sustainability, in accordance with standards;
d. an ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams;  
e. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems;   
f. an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility; 

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g.1.an ability for effective verbal and non-verbal communication (Written);  
g.2.an ability for effective verbal and non-verbal communication (Oral);  
h. a broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a national, global, environmental, and societal context;  
i. an ability to engage in life-long learning and to keep abreast with the developments in a specific field of specialization; 
j. knowledge of contemporary issues;  
k. an ability to use appropriate techniques, skills, and modern tools necessary for engineering practice to be locally and globally competitive; and  
l. knowledge and understanding of engineering and management principles as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.  

COURSE DESCRIPTION
It is the study of the theory and components of data communication systems; data transmission techniques; communication error detection and correction; computer
communication interfaces and adapters; telephone system interfaces.
PRE-REQUISITE(S)
ECCOM230 – Modulation and Decoding Techniques
ECCOM21L – Modulation and Decoding Techniques - Lab
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLO)
Student Outcomes (SOs)
At the end of the course, the student must be able to (CLO): a b c d e f g1 g2 h i j k l
1. Identify different applications of computer communications networks and understand the current state
of the telecommunications industry
D D D
2. Understand the concept and importance of TCP/IP layered architecture D D D
3. Understand the functionalities, concepts, standards and technologies involved with voice and data
network services and voice/data integration
D D D
4. Perform link level analysis including error detection, error control and flow control D D D
5. Understand Circuit and Packet switching technologies as well as Telephony and Cellular Technology
and their deployment in public networks
D D D
6. Understand how wired and wireless local networks such as Ethernet, Token Ring, and Wi-Fi operate
and distinguish between different medium access control procedures
D D D
7. Understand the functions and operations of internetworking devices such as hubs, bridges, routers
and gateways and related protocols such as STP, RSTP, MST, VRRP, HSRP, GLBP
D D D
8. Understand the hierarchy of IP addressing and subnetting D D D
9. `Understand how routing is carried out in large open networking environment and the operations of
major routing protocols such as RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, MPLS
D D D
10. Understand how internet clients and servers are able to communicate with each other across the
Internet and WWW
D D D

CREDIT
1 unit/s laboratory
TIME ALLOTMENT
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 4 hours lab every week
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Students are required to do the following:
1. Reading of assigned text and other materials.
2. Regular class attendance.
3. Punctual performance of assigned tasks such as quizzes, class/home works, reports, projects, major examinations, etc.

CLASS POLICIES
1. Students must observe and practice the National University core values.
2. Students must avoid using their mobile devices, unless deemed necessary, in order to concentrate better in class.
3. Attendance is a must.
4. Any student who violates policy on academic honesty will automatically receive a grade of 0.0. These include cheating and excessive absences.
5. Students must always come prepared to class and are required to bring all necessary books/references and materials with them.

GRADING SYSTEM
The College of Engineering Implements Zero-Based, 60% Passing Grading System

Periodic Assessment
A. Class Standing (CS) 60 %
Laboratory 50 %
Exercises 20 %
Project 30 %

B. Major Exam (ME) 40 %

100%
Periodic Grade (PG) = 60% CS + 40% ME
Final Grade =50% Midterm PG + 50% Final PG

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COURSE CONTENTS

COURSE TOPIC
WEE
LEARNING LEARNING TOPICS METHODOLOGY RESOURCES ASSESSMENT
K
OUTCOMES OUTCOMES
Introduction to Outcomes-
based Education (OBE) and
Outcomes-based Teaching
Recognize the and Learning (OBTL),
overview of the Institutional Vision and
1 course and other Mission statements, Discussion Course Syllabus Outline Recitation
pertinent course Graduate Attributes,
requirements College Vision and Mission
statements, Course
Learning Outcomes, Course
Details, Course Policies.
1,2 1. Intro to Data Discussion
Understand the Communications, History of Network Design
concept and Computer Network and Orientation
Presentation
2 importance of Internet Architecture, Laboratory Activities
handouts
TCP/IP layered Topology, Protocols and
architecture Standards, OSI Layer and
IPv4 Addressing
5 Understand the 2. Switching Theory I: Discussion
concepts, Telephone instrument and Problem Solving, Design
standards and Signals
technologies
Presentation
3 involved with voice Laboratory Activities
handouts
and data network
services and
voice/data
integration
5 Understand Circuit 3. The Telephone Circuit Discussion
and Packet Problem Solving, Design Presentation
4 Laboratory Activities
switching handouts
technologies
5 5 Understand Circuit 4. The Public Telephone Discussion Presentation Laboratory Activities

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 COURSE TOPIC
WEE
LEARNING LEARNING TOPICS METHODOLOGY RESOURCES ASSESSMENT
K
OUTCOMES OUTCOMES
Network Problem Solving, Design
and Packet
5. Switching Theory II:
switching handouts
Packet Switching and the
technologies
Cellular technology
5 Understand Circuit 6. DataCom Codes, Data Discussion
6 and Packet Format and Error Control Problem Solving, Design Presentation
Laboratory Activities
switching handouts
technologies
7 MIDTERM EXAMINATION
4 Perform link level 7. Datacom Hardware, Discussion
analysis including Interfaces, Equipments and Packet Tracer, eNSP
Presentation
8 error detection, Physical Layer Laboratory Activities
handouts
error control and
flow control
6 Understand Circuit 8. Data Link Protocols, Discussion
and Packet YMODEM, XMODEM, Packet Tracer, eNSP
switching SDLC, Frame Relay, LLC
Presentation
9 technologies as and MAC ADDRESS Laboratory Activities
handouts
well as Telephony
and Cellular
Technology
6 9. Network Topologies and Discussion
Understand how
Connectivity Devices, Packet Tracer, eNSP
wired and wireless Presentation
10 Multiple Access Laboratory Activities
local networks such handouts
Scheme,Bluetooth, Wifi,
as Ethernet,
Wimax
7 Understand the 10. Local Area Network, Discussion
functions and IEEE, Packet Tracer, eNSP
operations of 11. Network, Subnetworks
Presentation
11 internetworking and Addressing Laboratory Activities
handouts
devices such as 12. Network Layer
hubs, bridges, Protocols, ARP, RIP,
routers OSPF, EIGRP BGP
8 Understand the 13. Transport Layer and Discussion
hierarchy of IP Protocols, UDP, TCP/IP Packet Tracer, eNSP Presentation
12 Laboratory Activities
addressing and handouts
subnetting
13 9, 10 Understand how 14. IP version 6 Addressing Discussion Presentation Laboratory Activities

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 COURSE TOPIC
WEE
LEARNING LEARNING TOPICS METHODOLOGY RESOURCES ASSESSMENT
K
OUTCOMES OUTCOMES
internet clients and 15. Integrated Service Packet Tracer, eNSP
servers are able to Digital Network and Digital
communicate with Subscriber Loop handouts
each other across
the
13.5 FINAL EXAMINATION

TEXTBOOK
[1] Couch, L. W. (2013). Digital and analog communication systems. Boston: Pearson.

REQUIRED RESOURCES
[2] Forouzan, B. A. (2013). Data communications and networking. New York: Mc-Graw Hill.

ONLINE RESOURCES
[3] Crespi, N. (2013). Architecture and Governance for Communication Services. John Wiley and Sons. Retrieved from NU E-Library: http://site.ebrary.com/lib/nulib/docDetail.action?
docID=10687762

RECOMMENDED RESOURCES
[4] Kurose, James F. (2013). Computer networking: a top-down approach. 6th ed. Boston: Pearson, 2013
[5] Comer, Douglas E. (2015). Computer networks and internets. Boston: Pearson Education Inc.

PREPARED BY: REVIEWED BY: NOTED BY: APPROVED BY:

ENGR. LANCE ADRIAN VALDEZ ENGR. JONREY RAÑADA JEOJILYN NABOR ALEXA RAY FERNANDO, M.Eng.
Program Chair, ECE/CpE Chief Librarian, LRC Dean

ENGR. ARMIL MONSURA

Faculty Member

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