Analysis of large networks

Definition of a network, types of networks and visualisation of networks.
Network sources and collecting network data.
Computer programs (Pajek) for analysis and visualisations of different types of networks.
Basic network properties: degree, density, paths, shortest paths, distance, diameter.
Centrality and importance of the units: the measures of centrality and prestige, network centralization.
Groups of nodes: cluster, partition, connectivity, components, cliques, cores.
Community detection methods.
Islands.
Two mode networks and multiplying networks.
Blockmodeling: equivalences, the methods for direct and indirect blockmodeling, standard blockmodels (e.g., center-periphery, hierarchy).

Obligatory:
1. de Nooy, W., Mrvar, A., and Batagelj, V. (2011): Exploratory Social Network Analysis with Pajek: Revised and Expanded. 2nd Edition. New York: Cambridge University Press. COBISS.SI-ID - 2048531987
2. Mrvar, A., and Batagelj, V. (2016): Pajek and Pajek-XXL. Programs for Analysis and Visualization of Very Large Networks. Reference Manual. List of commands with short explanation. Available online: http://mrvar.fdv.uni-lj.si/pajek/pajekman.pdf

Additional:
1. Doreian, P., Batagelj, V., and Ferligoj, A. (2005): Generalized blockmodeling. Cambridge: Cambridge university press. https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=e000xww&AN=12930…