Cut-Off Date: Based on the Published Deadline. Total Marks: 60 marks turned to 1

Cut-Off Date: Based on the Published Deadline.
Total Marks: 60 marks turned to 15 marks
Contents.
Warnings and Declaration………………………………………………………………………….1
Task 1 ………………………………………………….. ………………………………………….2
Task 2 ………………………………………………………………………………………………..2
Task 3 ………………………………………………………………………………………………..3
Task 4 ………………………………………………………………………………………………..3
Marking Criteria ……………………………………………………………………………………..3
Plagiarism Warning:
As per AOU rules and regulations, all students are required to submit their own TMA
work and avoid plagiarism. The AOU has implemented sophisticated techniques for
plagiarism detection. You must provide all references in case you use and quote another
person’s work in your TMA. You will be penalized for any act of plagiarism as per the
AOU’s rules and regulations.
Declaration of No Plagiarism by Student (to be signed and submitted by student
with TMA work):
I hereby declare that this submitted TMA work is a result of my own efforts and I have
not plagiarized any other person’s work. I have provided references of all information that
I have used and quoted in my TMA work.
Name of Student:……………………………..
Signature:……………………………………………
Date:…………………………………………………
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Overview:
For this TMA (Tutor Marked Assignment), your task involves conducting research on a
particular subject within advanced networking, carrying out experiments using a simulation
tool of your preference, and evaluating the outcomes. The ultimate submission will consist
of a technical report that comprehensively documents your research, experiments, and the
conclusions drawn from them.
Task 1: Selection topics and Literature Review (10 marks)
Choose a topic within advanced networking that interests you and has a significant
amount of research available among the following:
Wireless and Cellular Networks (5G/6G):Simulation of 5G/6G cellular network protocols and architecturesModeling of network slicing in 5G networks
Handover strategies and performance evaluation in cellular networks
Vehicular Ad Hoc Networks (VANETs):
Simulation of vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) and vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I) communicationsModeling of routing protocols and strategies in VANETs
Performance evaluation of safety and non-safety applications in vehicular networks
Internet of Things (IoT):
Simulation of various IoT communication protocols (e.g., MQTT, CoAP)Evaluating the performance of IoT networks with different topologies and scalesEnergy consumption and optimization in IoT networks
Optical Networks:
Simulation of Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) in optical networksOptical burst switching and optical packet switching simulations.
Fault tolerance and reliability analysis in optical networks
Ad Hoc and Sensor Networks:
Simulation of routing protocols in ad hoc networks (e.g., AODV, DSR)Modeling of energy harvesting and consumption in wireless sensor networksMobility models and their impact on network performance in ad hoc networks
Perform a comprehensive review of the literature to acquire an in-depth comprehension of
the selected subject and acquaint yourself with the current research conducted in that field.
Utilize reputable journals, research databases, and conference proceedings to locate
pertinent articles. Assess the fundamental ideas, approaches, and discoveries presented
in the literature.
Task 2: Experiment Design and Simulations (20 marks)
Devise a series of experiments that tackle a particular research question or hypothesis
pertaining to your selected topic. Ensure that the experiments are meticulously planned,
with explicit goals and a well-defined methodology. Select a networking simulation tool,
such as:
NS-3 (Network Simulator 3)
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OMNet++
Mininet
GNS3 (Graphical Network Simulator 3)
OPNET Modeler
Hint: Please note that if you use Packet Tracer, 2 marks will be deduced
Task 3: Data collection and analysis (20 marks)
Execute your experiments and gather the data produced by your simulations. Scrutinize the
data to derive significant insights that address your research question or validate/contradict
your hypothesis. Employ suitable statistical methodologies and data visualization
techniques to effectively communicate your findings.
Task 4: Technical Report (10 marks)
Compose a comprehensive technical report that outlines your research process,
experiments, and outcomes. Ensure that the report is well-organized and encompasses the
following sections:
Introduction: Provide an overview of the selected topic, its importance, state your
research question/hypothesis, and provide a brief outline of the report’s structure.
LiteratureReview:Conductathoroughexaminationofexistingresearchinyourchosen
field, identifying essential concepts and methodologies.
Experiment Design and Simulation: Describe the design of your experiments, the
simulation tool chosen, and explain the rationale behind your selections.
Results and Analysis: Present and analyze the data obtained from your experiments,
utilizing appropriate statistical techniques and data visualization methods.
Discussion: Interpret your results, discussing their implications and how they relate to
your research question or hypothesis. Address any limitations of your study and propose
potential avenues for future research.
Conclusion:Summarizeyourfindingsandtheirsignificance.
References: Compile a list of all the cited sources, adhering to a recognized citation
style.
Hints:
Ensure that each section is well-structured and contributes to a thorough
understanding of your research process, experiments, and findings.
The question 2&3 marks will be deducted if the screenshots and the information
inside it is not clear.
The sources should be referenced as per the Harvard referencing system. Finally,
your report should not exceed 5000 words.
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Evaluation Criteria
The evaluation of your TMA will be based on the following criteria:
• The literature review’s relevance and depth.
• The clarity and excellence of the experimental design.
• The suitability of the chosen simulation tool and the rationale behind it.
• The quality of data analysis and presentation.
The strength and coherence of your conclusions and discussion.
The overall organization, clarity, and quality of the technical report.