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227-0559-10L 2 Credits DR , MSC D-ITET , D-INFK

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Seminar in Communication Networks

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Laurent Vanbever, Dr. Romain Jacob

Number of participants limited to 24. This lecture complements the "Communication Networks Seminar" (263-3900-01L) offered in the Autumn semester. Students can get credits either seminar, but not for both.

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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:54:22

Abstract

In this seminar participating students review, present, and discuss (mostly recent) research papers in the area of computer networks.

Objective

The two main goals of this seminar are: 1) learning how to read and review scientific papers; and 2) learning how to present and discuss technical topics with an audience of peers. Students are required to attend the entire seminar, choose a paper to present from a given list, prepare and give a presentation on that topic, and lead the follow-up discussion. To ensure the talks' quality, each student will be mentored by a teaching assistant. In addition to presenting one paper, every student is also required to submit one (short) review for the two papers presented every week in-class. The students will be evaluated based on their submitted reviews, their presentation, their leadership in animating the discussion for their own paper, and their participation in the discussions of other papers.

Content

The seminar will start with one introductory lecture. Starting from the second week, participating students will start reviewing, presenting, and discussing research papers. We'll discuss two papers each week. The course content will vary from semester to semester. For details, please see: https://seminar-net.ethz.ch

Resources

Lecture Notes

The slides of each presentation will be made available on the website.

Literature

The paper selection will be made available on the course website: https://seminar-net.ethz.ch

Learning Materials (Links)

Main link
Course Website

General Information

Language: English
Levels: DR , MSC
Frequency: Yearly recurring

Examination

Type: graded semester performance

Registration & Places

Max Places: 24

Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
seminar	Seminar in Communication Networks	Thu 14:15-16:00 (ETZ E 7)	2 h weekly

Offered In

Computer Science Master
- Master Studies (Programme Regulations 2020)
  - Seminar
- Master Studies (Programme Regulations 2009)
  - Focus Courses
    - Focus Courses in Distributed Systems
      - Seminar in Distributed Systems
    - Focus Courses General Studies
      - Seminar in General Studies
Electrical Engineering and Information Technology Master
- Master Studies (Programme Regulations 2018)
  - Computers and Networks (The core courses and specialization courses below are a selection for students who wish to specialize in the area of "Computers and Networks", see . The individual study plan is subject to the tutor's approval.)
    - Specialization Courses (These specialization courses are particularly recommended for the area of "Computers and Networks", but you are free to choose courses from any other field in agreement with your tutor. A minimum of 40 credits must be obtained from specialization courses during the Master's Programme.)
- Master Studies (Programme Regulations 2008)
  - Major Courses (A total of 42 CP must be achieved form courses during the Master Program. The individual study plan is subject to the tutor's approval.)
    - Computers and Networks
      - Recommended Subjects (These courses are recommended, but you are free to choose courses from any other special field. Please consult your tutor.)
Doctoral Dep. of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering (More Information at: )
- Doctoral and Post-Doctoral Courses (A minimum of 12 ECTS credit points must be obtained during doctoral studies. The courses on offer below are but a small selection out of a much larger available number of courses. Please discuss your course selection with your PhD supervisor.)