Program Overview

Introduction to Internet Protocol Networks (ELEC0099)

Key Information

• Faculty: Faculty of Engineering Sciences
• Teaching department: Electronic and Electrical Engineering
• Credit value: 15
• Restrictions: Only available to TMSTELSING01, TMSEENSINT01, TMSTELWBUS01, TMSIMLSSYS01, TMSTELSIGD01, TMSIMLSSYS01, CPD and UCL Short Courses.

Alternative Credit Options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

This module provides an introduction to IP networks and data networks in general. It follows a bottom-up approach, starting in layer 2 with coverage of Ethernet and IEEE 802.11. It then covers the essentials of IP protocols (IPv4 and IPv6) with a big emphasis on network routing, both intra and inter-domain. Congestion and flow control are taught by detailing the TCP protocol and a smaller emphasis on UDP and newer congestion control protocols like RTCP and DCCP. Quality-of-service is examined in detail by looking at the fundamentals of queuing theory and the Integrated and Differentiated services architecture. The course finishes with analysis of upper layer functionality, namely session and application layer protocols and security. The course contains a lab session where the theoretical concepts are illustrated with small exercises.

Module Deliveries for 2026/27 Academic Year

Intended Teaching Term: Term 1

• Postgraduate (FHEQ Level 7)

Teaching and Assessment

• Mode of study: In person
• Methods of assessment: 100% Exam
• Mark scheme: Numeric Marks

Other Information

• Number of students on module in previous year: 79
• Module leader: Professor Miguel Rio

Last Updated

This module description was last updated on 10th March 2026.