ELEC 514

Design and Analysis of Computer Communication Networks

Units: 1.5

Markov chains and techniques for studying their transient and steady-state behaviour. Queuing theory and discrete time queues. Queuing models for media access, error control and traffic management protocols. Quality of service. Modelling of traffic and inter-arrival time. Self similar distributions and traffic. Analysis and design of switching fabrics. Switch design alternatives and performance modelling. Simulation of networks. Students are required to complete a project.

Note: Credit will be granted for only one of 514, CENG 461.

Prerequisites: STAT 254 or 260 or equivalent.

Graduate course in the Electrical Engineering program administered by the Faculty of Graduate Studies.