CSC 386/486 Real-Time Networking

Instructor Information

Name: André Berthiaume

 

Preferred Contact: for all lecture, homework or advising matters

Berthiaume@cs.depaul.edu

 

Use the following only for chat/text when you need a quick help

Discord:         Andre#5368

 

Course Description   

Applied real-time networking fundamentals. Topics include low-level TCP/UDP socket programming, serialization of data for network transportation, deterministic data flow and queuing in applications, dynamic configuration and session communications. Students will explore issues related to performance-based networking in different topologies: client/server and peer to peer. Students will create and build real-time applications using different protocols (TCP, UDP, RUDP) with active network simulation of loss, delayed, corrupted and out of order data packets.

 

Prerequisite

Undergrad: GAM 372 or (SE 350 and CSC 361)

Graduate: CSC 461 and (SE 456 or SE 450)

 

Textbook

Computer Networking: A Top-Down Approach (6th edition) Pearson 2017, by Ross Keith W. And Kurose James F.
ISBN-13: 978-9332585492

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Software/Hardware

 

We be using Visual Studio 2019 with both C++ and C# and all work must be submitted using Perforce version control.

Learning Goals

In addition to the above learning goals, graduate students will also be expected to:

Agenda

This class will be conducted as a mixture of standard lectures and class discussions. Below is a broad outline of the topics to be covered (this list may be modified as needed based on class progression)

Grading

The class work will consist regular homework, a midterm exam and a final exam:

Homework will be in the form of projects. Late submissions are not accepted.

The final score will be converted to letters based on the following schedule: Note: this scale may be adjusted based on overall class performance.

Percentage Grade Letter Grade
= 93 A
>= 90 A-
>= 87 B+
>= 83 B
>= 80 B-
>= 77 C+
>= 73 C
>= 70 C-
>= 67 D+
>= 63 D
>= 60 D-
< 60 F

 

 

Incompletes

Incompletes will be granted only in the most extreme circumstances and only if the student has already completed the vast majority of the project. Students must formally request an incomplete by filling out an Incomplete Grade Request Form.

Academic Integrity and Plagiarism

You are expected to have read and understand DePaul’s policy on Academic Integrity (http://academicintegrity.depaul.edu/).  It is part of this syllabus; follow it.

Important note: Communication with your peers is an essential part of the course experience. The nature of programming demands extensive amounts of discussion and exchange of ideas with you class mates. The plagiarism policy is not intended to hinder or prevent this type of activity. . There is a significant difference between genuine exchange of ideas and wholesale plagiarism. If in doubt, ask the instructor for clarification.

Changes to Syllabus

This syllabus is subject to change as necessary during the quarter.  If a change occurs, it will be thoroughly addressed during class, posted under Announcements in D2L and sent via email.

Online Course Evaluations

Evaluations are a way for students to provide valuable feedback regarding their instructor and the course. Detailed feedback will enable the instructor to continuously tailor teaching methods and course content to meet the learning goals of the course and the academic needs of the students. They are a requirement of the course and are key to continue to provide you with the highest quality of teaching. The evaluations are anonymous; the instructor and administration do not track who entered what responses. A program is used to check if the student completed the evaluations, but the evaluation is completely separate from the student’s identity. Since 100% participation is our goal, students are sent periodic reminders over three weeks. Students do not receive reminders once they complete the evaluation. Students complete the evaluation online in CampusConnect.

Academic Policies

All students are required to manage their class schedules each term in accordance with the deadlines for enrolling and withdrawing as indicated in the University Academic Calendar.  Information on enrollment, withdrawal, grading and incompletes can be found at:  cdm.depaul.edu/enrollment.

Students with Disabilities

Students who feel they may need an accommodation based on the impact of a disability should contact the instructor privately to discuss their specific needs. All discussions will remain confidential.
To ensure that you receive the most appropriate accommodation based on your needs, contact the instructor as early as possible in the quarter (preferably within the first week of class), and make sure that you have contacted the Center for Students with Disabilities (CSD) at: csd@depaul.edu
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Lewis Center 1420, 25 East Jackson Blvd.
Phone number: (312)362-8002
Fax: (312)362-6544
TTY: (773)325.7296

Additional Policies