EECS
600 SP TPC Advanced Network Topics
Spring 2005
with an emphasis on wireless ad hoc and
sensor networks
3 credits. Enrollment limit: 15. Audit: with
approval by instructor
Schedule
Course Description
Computer scientists are envisioning a
world in which pervasive computing devices are fully exploited for
various applications. This course is designed for students interested
in specific research topics of wireless sensor networks and
multimedia networking. Students will learn network protocols and
algorithms, learn the cutting-edge research advance in the field, and
solve challenging research problems. Specific topics include, but
not limited to: sensor network design and implementation,
topology, operating systems for sensors, routing protocols, modeling
and evaluation, multimedia communication protocols, wireless and ad hoc
streaming etc. Graduate students (including PhD and
BS/MS students) working in the area of computer networks and systems
are especially encouraged to attend this class.
Prerequisites
Computer networks (EECS 325/425 or
equivalent) required.
Textbooks and Readings
No textbook is required for this
course. Instead we will read and discuss research papers.
Course Information
Instructor: Shudong
Jin. Office hours: MW,
2:00-3:00pm. Time: MW,
12:30-13:45pm. Location: Olin 314
Course Organization and Requirements
The course will take place in different
forms:
- Lectures. In the first
stage of the course, the instructor will give lectures, each followed
by class discussion. A lecture usually covers introductory material and
sheds lights on important research problems. Each week the
students are expected to read 2-3 research papers before the lecture,
and are expected to ask questions that may spur discussion. Students
are also
required to take notes for other presentations. To evaluate
the effectiveness of the lecture and paper reading, occasionally there
will be a quiz.
- Paper presentation. Each
student is expected to present a research paper (the instructor will
provide a list of up to 30 papers for choice). Typically, one student
will present in 40-50 minutes, followed by class discussion.
Occasionally, there are two (highly related) paper presentations by two
students. In addition, each student is expected to take notes for
another student’s presentation.
- Research project. This is
the most important part of the course. The instructor will provide a
list of topics. A group of two students may pick one to work on as a
semester long project. The students are highly encouraged to find
themselves relevant topics, or to consulate their research advisors to
work on relevant projects. The projects need to be agreed by
the instructor. The project
requires intensive research work, and should potentially lead to a
conference/workshop paper. Finally, the student group will present
their work.
Grading Policy
Attendance and participation in
discussion (notes, quizes, etc): 30%
Paper presentation: 20%
Research project/report/presentation:
50%