UNIVERSITY OF THE CORDILLERAS

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE

Department of Electronics Engineering

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING (BSECE)

SY 2008 – 2009 Curriculum
OUTCOMES-BASED SYLLABUS
I. Course Code – Name ECE 413 – Data Communications Classification Code P-30
Term and Year Offered 1st Term 4th Year Course Classification PROFESSIONAL CORE COURSE
II. Course Description Data communication systems; terminals, modems; terminal control units; multiplexers; concentrators; front-end processors; common carrier services;
data communication system design; computer network models; TCP/IP principles; LAN; WAN; sample case studies
Contact Hours 52 hours per term Credit Units 3 units lecture
4 hours per week, 2 hours per meeting
13 weeks
Prerequisite(s) ECE 332 Co-requisites ECE 413L

III. Institutional Vision: UC envisions itself as a community of scholars aggressively involved in the pursuit of knowledge who help preserve Filipino culture and values to act
Mission, Vision positively by training them to think critically and creatively.
Statement (VM)
Mission Statement: To provide functional knowledge and skills, dynamic interaction, and leadership in various disciplines for a better quality of life.
To these ends, UC shall:
1. Develop teaching-learning environment that is conducive to inquiry and independent thought;
2. Regularly update its curricular offerings to keep abreast of the ever-changing academic environment;
3. Intensify the university’s research and community involvement programs;
4. Contribute to the appreciation of the historical and cultural heritage of the Filipinos;
5. Be actively involved in the molding of a national identity, the formation of the national purpose, and the attainment of unity among Filipinos;
6. Cultivate a deep sense of moral and spiritual values;
7. Expand its scholarship program by making it available to a wide segment of the community; and
8. Empower its constituents for responsible and functional leadership.

UC Graduate Attributes:
o Professional Competence, ○ Social Competence (Professional ethics, Filipino culture and values, industry-desired values)
o Critical thinking, ○ Lifelong learning capabilities

College Mission: The College of Engineering & Architecture (CEA) commits to train and produce graduates who will be A.R.M.D.:
Able to pass the licensure examinations and/or government/industry certifications;
Ready for professional practice;
Steadfast in upholding Moral uprightness;
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 Confident and aggressive in the pursuit of professional and personal Development.

IV. Program Within 3 to 5 years after graduation, graduates of Electronics Engineering are expected to: Mission Vision
Educational PEO 1 Apply knowledge in mathematics and engineering concepts, communicate effectively and efficiently, and
Objectives understands and implements ethical practices;  
(PEO)
PEO 2 Initiate activities of life-long learning such as membership and active participation in professional organizations,
post graduate studies, trainee and trainor certifications, skills in using current technology (software and hardware)
 
to facilitate efficiency and involvement in research in the advancement of the Electronics Engineering practice;

PEO 3 Actively engage in the practice of Electronics Engineering and its related fields with due regard to preserving the
environment for the next generation;  

PEO 4 Demonstrate professionalism, ability to work with teams, quality performance, conscious practice to health, safety
and environment standards (HS&E), and leadership in professional organizations and the community.  

V. Student By the time of graduation, the students of the program shall be able to: PEO 1 PEO 2 PEO3 PEO4
Outcomes (SO) SO 1 apply knowledge and skills in mathematics, physical sciences, and engineering sciences to the practice of
  
Engineering;
SO 2 design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze and interpret data;  
SO 3 design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic,
environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability, in accordance  
with standards;
SO 4 participate effectively as a member and leader in multidisciplinary teams;  
SO 5 identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems;  
SO 6 act in accordance to professional and ethical standards and responsibility;  
SO 7 communicate effectively in written, oral and graphical forms; 
SO 8 apply an in-depth understanding of the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental,
  
and societal context;
SO 9 engage in life-long learning and demonstrate willingness to be updated with the developments of the Engineering

field;
SO 10 exhibit keen awareness of contemporary issues and their impact on the practice of Engineering profession;   
SO 11 use appropriate techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for Engineering practice; 
SO 12 apply knowledge and competence in engineering and management principles to manage projects and in
 
multidisciplinary environment.

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 VI. Course Program Education
Student Outcomes
Learning At the end of the course, the students shall be able to: Objectives
Outcomes

PEO 1

PEO 2

PEO 3

PEO 4
SO 12
SO 10

SO 11
SO 2
SO 1

SO 3

SO 4

SO 5

SO 6

SO 7

SO 8

SO 9
(CLO)

CLO 1 Discuss the fundamentals and importance of data

E E E
communications.
CLO 2 Understand the rudiments of how computers
E E E
communicate.
CLO 3 Be acquainted with the architecture of a number of
E E E E
different networks.
CLO 4 Select appropriate communication lines, equipment
and software in constructing data communications E E E E
systems.
I – Introductory E – Enhance D – Demonstrate

VII. Course Content

Grading Topics/Activities No. of Meetings Teaching Graded Activities

Period (Time Allotment) Learning
Activities

MIDTERM CLASS ORIENTATION AND LEVELLING OF EXPECTATIONS 12 meetings Lecture Quiz

Course Syllabus, Course Expectations, and Learning Contract (24 hours)
Demonstration Presentation
Unit I. Data Communications Fundamentals
1. Digital and Data Communications Group Work Seatwork
2. Analog and Digital Signals
3. Data Communications Network Essentials Presentation Exam
4. Configurations of Multipoint Systems
5. Modes of Operations of Data Communications Systems
6. Data Communications Link
7. Topologies
8. Message Transmission Methods
9. Standard Organizations Recommendations/Protocols

Unit II. Layered Architecture (OSI Layers)

1. Basic Principles of Layered Approach
2. Layers and Interfaces
3. OSI Reference Model
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 4. Functions of the different layers of the OSI Model

Unit III. Data Communications Hardware and Circuit

1. Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter
2. Serial Interface

Unit IV. Data Link Control

1. Key Components of Data Link Control
2. HDLC
2a. Types of Stations
2b. Data Transfer Modes
2c. Frame Format

Topic Learning Outcomes (TLO)

a. Identify the elements of a data communication system and data communication standards; (CLO 1)
b. Define the functions of each of the layers of the seven-layer OSI model; (CLO 1)
c. Discuss the serial communication using UART/RS-232; (CLO 2)
d. Analyse the operation and performance of the SDLC and HDLC data-link layer protocols. (CLO 2)

FINALS Unit V. ISDN

1. ISDN Architecture 13 meetings Lecture Quiz
2. ISDN System Connections and Interface Units (26 hours)
3. Broadband ISDN Demonstration Presentation

Unit VI. Asynchronous Transfer Mode Group Work Seatwork

1. Need for ATM
2. Concept of Cell Switching Presentation Exam
3. ATM Architecture
4. Virtual Circuit Connections
5. Functions of the ATM Layers

Unit VII. ETHERNET System

1. IEEE 802 LANs
1a. IEEE 802.3
1b. IEEE 802.4
1c. IEEE 802.5
2. Comparison of the Three types of LANs
3. High Speed LAN Categories
4. Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet and 10Gigabit Ethernet

Unit VIII. Internetworking Devices

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 1. Internetworking Issues
2. Internetworking Devices ( Hubs, repeaters, bridge, router, gateway )

Unit IX. TCP/IP

1. IPv4 vs. IPv6
2. IP Addressing
3. Subnet Masking
4. Fragmentation/Reassembly
5. UDP
6. TCP
7. Client Server Paradigm
7a. DNS
7b. Remote Login
7c. Mail Transfer
7d. File transfer

Topic Learning Outcomes (TLO)

a. Explain the basic concepts of ISDN and various connections and interfaces of ISDN; (CLO 3)
b. Understand the ATM Architecture and the operation of Virtual connections; (CLO 3)
c. Understand the basic concepts of local area networks and the operation of local area networks; (CLO 2)
d. Understand how local area networks are interconnected using different devices, protocols, and standards; (CLO 4)
e. Illustrate the operation of the Internet through understanding the Internet Protocol and the use of Domain Name Systems. (CLO 4)

VIII. CO Assessment Tasks (AT)

CLOs Assessment Tools Standard

CLO 1 Class Standing (Quiz, Seatwork) , Exam At least 80% of the students will get a score of at least 60%.

CLO 2 Class Standing (Quiz, Presentation, Seatwork) , Exam At least 80% of the students will get a score of at least 60%.

CLO 3 Class Standing (Quiz, Presentation, Seatwork) , Exam At least 80% of the students will get a score of at least 60%.

CLO 4 Class Standing (Quiz, Presentation, Seatwork) , Exam At least 80% of the students will get a score of at least 60%.

IX. Computation of Scores

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 Passing Score: 60%

Raw Midterm Score (RMS): 60%(Class Standing) + 40%(Midterm Exam Score)

Raw Final Score (RFS): 60%(Class Standing) + 40%(Final Exam Score)

Final Score (FS): 50%(MS) + 50%(RFS)

Note: Scores are transmuted to an equivalent grade where a score of at least 60% would be the minimum passing grade of 75.

X. References

Textbook Tomasi, W. (2001). Electronics Communications Systems Fundamental Through Advanced. New Jersey: Prentice Hall.

References Frenzel, L. (2008). Principles of Electronic Communication Systems. New York: McGraw-Hill.
George Kennedy, Bernard Davis. (1993). Electronic Communication Systems. New York: Macmillan/McGraw-Hill School Publishing.
Held, G. (1994). Understanding Data Communications. USA: Sams Publishing.
Miller, G. (1993). Modern Electronic Communication. New Jersey: Regents/Prentice Hall.
Taembaum, A. (1996). Computer Network. New Jersey: Prentice Hall Inc.

XI. Other Course Policy

Attendance The maximum allowable number of absences of a student per trimester is 20% of the total number of class hours. A student who incurs more than the
allowable percentage of class hours, whether excused or unexcused, will be considered unofficially dropped and shall be given a failing grade. However,
other considerations shall be considered as reflected in the CEA Student handbook regarding Classroom Policies.
Assignment Assignments and other coursework are due at the beginning of the class period of the specified date. Late assignments are worth 50% credit after due
date.
Language of Lectures, discussion, and documentation will be in English. Written and spoken work may receive a lower mark if it is, in the opinion of the instructor,
Instruction deficient in English.
Consultation Consultation schedules with the instructors are posted in the CEA bulletin board. It is recommended that the student first set an appointment to confirm the
Schedules instructor’s availability. All consultation activities should be reflected in the Student-Teacher Consultation Form.
Final Product/ None
Performance/
Capstone Project

XII. Committee Members

Engr. Vanessa Marie M. Gabon

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 Prepared by Reviewed by Approved by References Verified Noted by

Engr. Vanessa Marie M. Gabon Engr. Arnold G. Valle Engr. Nelson G. Notarte Ms. Beverly B. Chapichap Dr. Rhodora A. Ngolob
Instructor Dept. Head, CpE & ECE OIC, CEA Chief Librarian VPAA

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