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CS 6V81-501
Optical Networks
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COURSE DESCRIPTION |
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Introduction to optical networks. Enabling technologies.
Wavelength-division multiplexing. Broadcast-and-select optical networks.
Wavelength-routed optical networks. Virtual topology design. Routing and
wavelength assignment. Network control and management. Protection and
restoration. Wavelength conversion. Traffic grooming. Optical packet
switching.
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COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES |
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Gain general understanding of optical networking principles.
Expose to research issues in optical networking. Experience developing
simulation/analytical models for optical networks.
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MAJOR
TOPICS |
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Introduction to Optical Networks; Optical Components;
Routing and Wavelength Assignment, Static Lightpath Establishment; Dynamic
Lightpath Establishment; Virtual Topology Design; Control and Management,
Connection Management; Protection and Restoration; Optical Packet Switching;
Optical Burst Switching; Broadcast and Select Networks - Single Hop; Broadcast
and Select Networks - Multihop; Multihop Networks - Channel Sharing, MMPs. |
