Written exam (oral exam if the number of participants is small), points achieved in the exercises may be considered as bonus points in the exam.

The lecture provides knowledge on advanced topics in the field of communication networks, in contrast to INF3331 "Grundlagen des Internets" this lecture deals mainly with the communication layers below the IPLayer.

Topics are: Data and signals, conversion of data into digital signals, modulation of digital and analog signals, multiplex techniques, transmission media, switching, data link control, multiple access protocols, Ethernet, backbone concepts, VLANs, software-defined networking, quality of service, time-sensitive networking (TSN), bus systems in vehicles.

Communication Technologies 1: Students have a comprehensive and deep understanding of the operating principle and organisation of communication networks. They are able to exchange information, ideas, problems and solutions with experts and non-experts at a scientific level. They can independently acquire new knowledge and skills. They have acquired a critical understanding at the cutting edge of knowledge in several specialised areas and can apply their problem-solving skills in new and unfamiliar situations.

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