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| Unit | INSTITUTE OF NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES |
| COMPUTER ENGINEERING (MASTER) (WITH THESIS) (ENGLISH) | |
| Code | CENG520 |
| Name | Information-Centric Networks |
| Term | 2026-2027 Academic Year |
| Term | Spring |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | İngilizce |
| Level | Belirsiz |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi SEDAT BİLGİLİ |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to introduce Information-Centric Networking (ICN) paradigms as an alternative to traditional IP-based networking and to provide a solid understanding of their core principles. The course covers content-oriented communication, data naming, in-network caching, and next-generation forwarding strategies, aiming to equip students with the ability to analyze and design such systems.
Course Content
Information-Centric Networking (ICN) concepts and architectures, comparative analysis with IP-based networking, content-oriented communication model, data naming and name resolution mechanisms, in-network caching techniques, forwarding and routing strategies, Named Data Networking (NDN) architecture, PIT, FIB, and Content Store structures, performance evaluation metrics, integration with IoT and distributed systems, security and data authentication mechanisms, and simulation-based experimental analysis.
Course Precondition
No prerequisites.
Resources
1. Van Jacobson et al., Networking Named Content, ACM CoNEXT, 2009 2. Lixia Zhang et al., Named Data Networking, ACM SIGCOMM Computer Communication Review, 2014
Notes
1. ICN Research Papers (CCN, NDN, DONA) 2. ndnSIM and relevant simulation documentation
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Understands the fundamental principles and architecture of Information-Centric Networks (ICN) |
| LO02 | Compares ICN architectures with traditional IP networks |
| LO03 | Evaluates the performance of ICN systems |
| LO04 | Models ICN-based systems in a simulation environment |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | On the basis of the competencies gained at the undergraduate level, it has an advanced level of knowledge and understanding that provides the basis for original studies in the field of Computer Engineering. | 3 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | By reaching scientific knowledge in the field of engineering, he/she reaches the knowledge in depth and depth, evaluates, interprets and applies the information. | |
| PLO03 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Being aware of the new and developing practices of his / her profession and examining and learning when necessary. | 3 |
| PLO04 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Constructs engineering problems, develops methods to solve them and applies innovative methods in solutions. | |
| PLO05 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Designs and applies analytical, modeling and experimental based researches, analyzes and interprets complex situations encountered in this process. | |
| PLO06 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Develops new and / or original ideas and methods, develops innovative solutions in system, part or process design. | |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Has the skills of learning. | |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Being aware of new and emerging applications of Computer Engineering examines and learns them if necessary. | 4 |
| PLO09 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Transmits the processes and results of their studies in written or oral form in the national and international environments outside or outside the field of Computer Engineering. | |
| PLO10 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Has comprehensive knowledge about current techniques and methods and their limitations in Computer Engineering. | |
| PLO11 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Uses information and communication technologies at an advanced level interactively with computer software required by Computer Engineering. | |
| PLO12 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Observes social, scientific and ethical values in all professional activities. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
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| 1 | Introduction to Information-Centric Networking | Read the relevant section of the lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 2 | Comparison of ICN and IP Networks | Read the relevant section of the lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 3 | Content-Oriented Communication Model | Read the relevant section of the lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 4 | Data Naming and Name Resolution | Read the relevant section of the lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 5 | Caching Mechanisms | Read the relevant section of the lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 6 | Forwarding and Routing Strategies | Read the relevant section of the lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 7 | NDN Architecture (PIT, FIB, CS) | Read the relevant section of the lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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| 9 | Performance Metrics in ICN | Read the relevant section of the lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 10 | Integration of ICN and IoT | Read the relevant section of the lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 11 | ICN Security and Data Authentication | Read the relevant section of the lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 12 | Simulation with ndnSIM | Read the relevant section of the lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 13 | Experimental Studies and Analysis | Read the relevant section of the lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 14 | Current Research Topics | Read the relevant section of the lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 15 | General Review | Read the relevant section of the lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 16 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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| 17 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 5 | 70 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 30 | 30 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 157 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,28 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||