Instructor:
Dr. Robert Simon
Office: ST-II, Rm. 423
Phone: 993-1556
E-mail: simon@cs.gmu.edu
Office Hours: TBD
Course Description:
Sensor networks and mobile ad-hoc computer systems rely on wireless communication architectures for data and control operations. Rapid advances in the miniaturization and computational power of computer and communication devices enable the widespread use of these systems. However, the use of these systems raises many new challenges in distributed system and network design and implementation. This course covers a selection of these topics, including issues in data-link management, ad-hoc and energy aware routing protocols, transport layer protocols, data management and security. The course is conducted as a research seminar, and significant student participation is expected.
Prerequisites
CS 571, CS 755 or equivalent
Grading Policy:
Class participation: 20%
In-class paper presentation and discussion moderation: 30%
Final project: 50%
Required Reading:
Much of the required reading for this course will consist of research and survey papers. Pointers for these papers will be available at the course web site.
Student Assignments:
Each student will conduct an in-depth investigation of a topic in sensor networks and mobile ad-hoc systems. We will discuss the possible topic list near the beginning of the semester. The assignment consists of three parts
1. The presentation of a relevant research paper to the class.
2. The presentation of the results of the student’s research project to the class
3. A final report detailing the results of the project.
The scope, depth and content of the report will be worked out in detail with the instructor.