ES
101A: Communication in Digital Age (3)
Fall 2011
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Section |
Lectures on |
Course Location |
Instructor |
Office in Salazar |
Office hours |
Email |
Tel |
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1 |
M & W 4:00-5:15 PM |
Darwin 102 |
Dr. Ali Kujoory |
Room
2008A |
M 11 am-12 pm, M &W 3:15-3:45 pm, after
classes in the class, or by appointment |
(707)
664-2030 |
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2 |
T & Th 7-8:15 PM |
Darwin 103 |
Co-taught by Dr. Don Estreich & Dr. Ali Kujoory |
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3 |
T & Th 2:30-3:45 PM |
Darwin 102 |
Dr. Don
Estreich |
Room 2010C |
Tu 4-5 pm, Th 5:45-6:45 pm or by appointment |
(707) 664-2030 |
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Course Description - 3-hour Lecture. Concept of digital age, technology and modern
communications, understanding various routinely used technical terms and
commonly known computer and communications components and devices;
understanding digital voice, video and data communication, mobile communication
and communication through internet; ill effects such as radiation, invasion of
privacy, unethical usages and protection from them; assessment of learning.
(The companion laboratory course ES 101B is strongly recommended; the course
does not apply to ES major.) Prerequisite: GE Math eligibility.
Prerequisite - GE
Math eligibility
Course
Objective - The objectives of this course are
to achieve the GE Area B3 objectives which are:
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This course aims to achieve the GE
Area B3 objectives which are:
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Improve understanding and
application of the concepts and theories of science and technology.
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Understand the interconnected and
ever-changing relationships among the natural, physical, and technological
sciences.
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Critically assess the social and
ethical implications of science and technology in relations to their daily
lives.
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Improve problem solving and critical
thinking skills through application of scientific knowledge using hands-on
activities.
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Utilize technology in pursuit of
intellectual growth and efficacious human interaction.
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Explore and research application of
scientific methods.
Attendance
- Attendance is mandatory.
There will be no excused absences except in the case of emergencies that could
be substantiated. See
http://www.sonoma.edu/uaffairs/policies/studentinfo.shtml.
Class
Participation - Your participation in the class and
in the group discussions (see the list
below); also based on the reading, developing questions, and
perspectives you would like to raise in the class.
Homework – Eight (8) homework assignments will
be given. Homework must be turned in paper copy by the beginning of class the day
it is due. Late submissions will not be graded. Use
Microsoft Word to write your homework and print a paper copy. Be concise, neat,
and organized.
Quizzes - There are 4 multiple-choice quizzes to be given during
the class. These quizzes are based on the slides and the related materials. You
will receive a grade of 0 (zero) if you do not appear for an exam without an
acceptable excuse. There may be also pop quizzes from time to time.
Academic Honesty - You are
responsible to behave ethically & honestly. Copying, cheating, forgery, and
other unethical or dishonest actions are not tolerated, will receive zero grade and can be reported to SSU authorities. See http://www.sonoma.edu/uaffairs/policies/cheating_plagiarism.htm
Required Text - The scope of the material covered in this course is quite
wide, though at a basic level. There is no single book which can do justice to
the course. Slides of the lecture notes will be provided will ample text
and diagrams. A list of references will be provided for students to do
literature surveys and supplement the classroom lectures. The Internet will be
the primary source of information for the topics discussed. All class material
can be accessed from this website.
Course
Grade Evaluation Policy:
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Homework
assignments |
40% |
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Quizzes
(1, 2, 3, & 4) |
45% |
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In the
class participation and attendance and group discussions Unexcused absences will affect this percentage. |
15% |
NO extra credit will be allowed.
Important about the
quizzes:
o Please
bring a Scantron Form No. 882-E form for each quiz. You cannot take the quiz
without a proper Scantron form; they are available at the Sonoma State
University bookstore.
o You
will need to use a pencil with No. 2 lead so please bring a couple of No. 2
pencils.
o The
Scantron machine marks no answer as WRONG. If
you don’t know the answer, you should still mark a choice.
o The
Scantron machine marks multiple answers as WRONG. So
you should mark only one choice per question.
o Please
mark-up also the question sheet and make sure to turn it in with the Scantron
form.
To enjoy good grades,
follow the steps at the bottom of this website (*)!
Grades:
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A = 94 and above, A- = 90-93, B+ =
87-89, B =84-86, B- =80-83, C+ =77-79, C- =74-76, C- =70-73, D+ =67-69, D =
64-66, D- = 60-63, F = below 60
Our Expectations:
o Arrive on time to attend the class. Unexcused absences will
affect your grade.
o Pay 100% attention. No talking is allowed.
o Turn off cell phones, earphones and other distracting
devices.
o Preview the slides before each lecture and after the
lecture.
o Be responsible for materials covered in every class.
o Hand in your assignments on time at the beginning of the
class.
o Speak up whenever you have questions or suggestions.
o Form a study group to work together to improve your
understanding.
Group Discussions:
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Objectives
- Let the students learn teamwork, be
able to discuss problems and find total solutions, resolve differences,
practice leadership, summarize ideas, and present their findings.
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The in-class
group discussions are for short topics, about
10 minutes most including the group work, sharing, and presenting the result of
the discussion.
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Structure
- The class
is divided into 2 or more groups, each group comprises 3-5 students, with one Group Leader
chosen by the group members for each activity or topic.
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Responsibility
of group
members - All members should participate actively in all activities and
contribute to the discussion.
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Responsibility of Group Leader
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Facilitates the group discussion,
keeps the necessary order, makes sure that the group is focused on the topic,
keeps the votes if required, summarizes the output (according to the votes if
necessary), and makes sure that the group delivers on time (Notes can be
captured by a recorder or the leader).
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Leadership rotates among members so that every member will have an opportunity to practice
leading a group.
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For each activity the group leader
presents the output/result to the class.
Course
Outcomes:
Tentative List of Activities NOTE
THAT THIS TABLE IS PERIODICALLY UPDATED!
Please do not download the homework assignments earlier than two
weeks before each due date.
To access
the material, use your Seawolf User ID and
Password
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Section 1 Days/2011 Homework Due & Chapters Covered |
Sections 2 & 3 Days/2011 Homework Due & Chapters Covered |
Chapters Syllabus |
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W 8/24 |
TH 8/25 |
General Information &
Course Overview |
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M 8/29 |
TU 8/30 |
Ch_I:
Introduction to digital age and technology and its impact on daily life,
historical perspectives of communication technology; interconnection between
science and technology, impact of digital age on modern communication, analog
and digital signals; understanding how voice and video are represented by
digital signal and its effect on the quality of signal. |
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W 8/31 |
Ch_I
cont. |
TH 9/1 |
Ch_I
cont. |
References
for Ch_I: Book_Chapter_1.pdf,
Book_Chapter_2.pdf,
ST1_Engr
contributions.pdf, Ch_V: Book
ST5-2 Moore's Law.pdf |
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M 9/5 |
Labor Day (No Class) |
TU 9/6 |
Ch_I
cont. |
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W 9/7 |
Ch_I cont. |
TH 9/8 |
Ch_II: Develop the concept of Electric Charge, Law of Conservation
of Charge, Voltage, Current, and Power, Magnetic Fields, Waves, Electric
Circuits, Direct and Alternating Current, Ohm's Law. |
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M 9/12 |
HW1, |
TU 9/13 |
HW1, Ch II
cont. |
References
for Ch_II: Book_Chapter_3.pdf |
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W 9/14 |
Ch II
cont. |
TH 9/15 |
Ch
II cont. |
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M 9/19 |
Ch II
cont. |
TU 9/20 |
HW2, |
Ch_III:
Developing an understanding of communication and networking terminology such
as signal power, bits and bytes, bit rate, bandwidth, broadband. Introduction
to commonly known computer and communications components and devices such as
IC chips, memory, lasers, LCD, HDTV. Understanding network topologies,
network types, transmission media for information transfer. |
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W 9/21 |
HW2, |
TH 9/22 |
Ch_III + review_quiz1_ch_i_ii |
References
for Ch_III: Book_digital_storage_and_bit_rate.pdf |
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M 9/26 |
Ch_III + review_quiz1_ch_i_ii |
TU 9/27 |
QUIZ 1 on Ch I & II Followed
by Group Discussion |
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W 9/28 |
QUIZ 1 on Ch I &
II Followed by Ch IV
& Group Discussion |
TH 9/29 |
Ch_IV:
Developing a concept of voice, video and data communications over telephone
lines, cables, microwaves and optical fibers. Internet audio/video
technologies, audio and video compression techniques. |
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M 10/3 |
TU 10/4 |
HW3,
Ch_IV cont. |
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W
10/5 |
HW3,
Ch_IV cont. |
TH 10/6 |
Ch_IV cont. |
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M 10/10 |
Ch_IV cont. |
TU 10/11 |
Ch_V:
Develop an understanding of the workings of the Internet, World Wide web and
email. Understand the concept and operation of mobile and cellular
communications and by-pass technology (wireless local loops) to by-pass local
telephone networks. References for Ch_II: decimal_binary_conversion.pdf
and ST2_Binary
Code.pdf |
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W 10/12 |
TH 10/13 |
Ch_V cont. |
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M 10/17 |
Ch_V cont. |
TU 10/18 |
HW4,
Ch_V + review_quiz2_ch_iii_iv |
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W 10/19 |
HW4, Ch_V + review_quiz2_ch_iii_iv |
TH 10/20 |
QUIZ 2 on Ch_III, Ch_IV followed by Ch_VI_Wireless_Communication |
Ch_VI:
What is wireless, How Wireless Network Works, Planning and Installing a WLAN,
Bluetooth, WiFi, WiMax,
Wireless 3G, Wireless Communication Devices. |
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M 10/24 |
QUIZ 2 on Ch_III, Ch_IV followed by Ch_VI_Wireless_Communication. |
TU 10/25 |
Ch_VI cont. |
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W 10/26 |
Ch_VI cont. |
TH 10/27 |
Ch_VI cont. |
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M 10/31 |
HW5,
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TU 11/1 |
HW5, |
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W
11/2 |
TH
11/3 |
Ch_VII cont. |
References
for Ch_VII: Book_Chapter_5.pdf |
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HW6, Ch_VII cont. +review_quiz3_ch_v_vi |
HW6, Ch_VII cont. +review_quiz3_ch_v_vi |
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Ch_VIII_Efficient_Home_Business_Networking followed by QUIZ 3
on Ch_V & VI |
Ch_VIII_Efficient_Home_Business_Networking followed by QUIZ 3
on Ch_V & VI |
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M
11/14 |
HW7, Ch_VIII cont. |
HW7, Ch_VIII cont. |
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W
11/16 |
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M
11/21 |
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Thanks
Giving (NO CLASS) |
Thanks
Giving (NO CLASS) |
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M 11/28 |
Ch_X
cont. |
Ch_X
cont. |
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W
11/30 |
Invited lecture on computer
security titled "Information Security Concepts, Top threats, Good
Practices, etc." |
Invited lecture on computer
security titled "Information Security Concepts, Top threats, Good
Practices, etc." |
Invited speaker: Mr. Andru Luvisi, Information
Security Officer, Information Technology, SSU. |
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M 12/5 |
HW8, Ch_X cont. + Review
Ch VII, VIII, IX, X |
HW8, Ch_X cont. + Review
Ch VII, VIII, IX, X |
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QUIZ 4 on all Chapters |
QUIZ 4 on all Chapters |
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M 12/12 |
NO FINAL EXAM, NO CLASS |
TU 12/13 |
NO FINAL EXAM, NO CLASS |
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(*)
Ways to succeed in the course efficiently: Practice
makes perfect! Practice
the following and observe how your grades improve quickly: Download
the slides from the website and review them. Take
the front seat in the class. Be
present, pay attention, and listen actively. Take
good notes & record whatever your professor writes on the board. Do
not be reluctant to ask questions. Note: As a guideline you should
plan to study about 2-3 hours for each lecture hour. |
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Suggested
Supplementary Topics and Texts: o
List
of acronyms: A_Acronyms.pdf o
Google
the words or concepts you do not understand. o
Book
chapters as indicated above. o
How
Networks Work, by Frank Derfler and Les Freed, 7th
ed., ISBN: 978-0789732323, Que, 2004. o
How
Wireless Works, by Preston Gralla, 2nd ed., ISBN:
978-0789733443, Que, 2005. o
Data
Communications and Networking, by Behrouz Forouzan, 4th ed., ISBN: 978-0073250328, McGraw Hill,
2007. o
Data
and Computer Communications, by William Stallings, 7th ed., ISBN:
978-0131006812, Prentice Hall, 2003. o
Understanding
Telecommunications and Lightwave Systems, by John Nellist, 3rd ed., ISBN: 978-0471150329, Wiley-IEEE Press,
2001 o
Computer
Networks, by Andrew Tanenbaum, 4th ed. ISBN:
978-0130661029, Prentice Hall, 2002. o
Data
Communications: From Basics to Broadband, by William Beyda,
4th ed., ISBN: 978-0131456921, Prentice Hall, 2004. |
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