Course includes basics of TCP/IP Stack, Applications Layers, Data Flow Layers, Data Encapsulation, Protocol Stack, Basic Network Terminology, Network Topology, ARP, BOOTP, DHCP, Local Area Network, Network Components, IPv4, ICMP, Transport ... Layer Protocols, Application Layer Protocols, Client/Server Models, Subnet/NAT, Routing, Switching, Basics of Distributed Systems, Wireless Protocols, 5G/6G, Edge, Cloud, Energy Consumptions. Course format includes lectures, homework, Quizzed, Two midterms, final project and exam. Course carries a perfect blend of theory and programming practices to prepare students for core network development and/or network architecture.

Spring 2025 W 7:00pm - 9:40pm Hassan Salmani
As the deployment of embedded systems, IoT devices, and intelligent edge technologies continues to expand, the scope for security breaches and potential attacks also increases. Whether it's a compact IoT thermostat in a home or a complex interconnected ... system, each connected device presents one or more potential vulnerabilities that malicious actors can exploit. With countless devices already connected and an even greater number on the horizon, ensuring the security of these devices and safeguarding the generated data becomes an absolute necessity. In this course, our primary focus is on studying the security of embedded systems and IoT. Throughout the course, we extensively address current security challenges and their corresponding solutions, spanning hardware, software, architectural, and network domains inherent to both embedded systems and IoT landscapes. The core principles of cryptography and its practical applications within interconnected embedded systems will be covered. Additionally, the course will conduct a thorough exploration of specific attack scenarios such as Spectre and Meltdown, gaining a comprehensive grasp of the contemporary strategies employed by modern embedded systems to mitigate these vulnerabilities. The overarching objective of this course is to provide students with a solid foundational understanding of security within the realm of embedded systems and the expansive scope of the IoT.

An embedded system is a specialized computer system designed to fulfill a specific purpose, and it typically has higher standards for quality and reliability. Embedded systems can be characterized by their compact size, unobtrusiveness, and ... portability, as well as their limited power resources. In this course, our primary focus is on studying the design of low-power embedded systems. Throughout the course, we delve into the mechanisms behind power consumption in embedded systems and explore various techniques employed to minimize power usage. Students will engage in hands-on projects where they gain practical experience in observing and measuring power consumption across different operational modes of an embedded system. Additionally, they will learn how to implement strategies to effectively reduce power consumption. Efficient power management is crucial for embedded systems, as it directly impacts their longevity and functionality. The course aims to provide students with a solid foundation in understanding power consumption within embedded systems. Moreover, we examine existing solutions to address the challenges associated with designing low-power embedded systems.