Communications Networks from Morgan State University

Communications Networks

Three hours lecture; 3 credits. An introduction to communication networks. Includes the OSI layering model of networks with emphasis on the physical, data link, and network layers; and network topologies. Introduction to a variety of computer, satellite, and local-area communication networks, including Ethernet, Internet, packet radio,and the telephone network.

Course Overview

Overall Proficiency Level

2 - Intermediate

Course Prerequisites

EEGR 317

Training Purpose

Functional Development

Skill Development

Specific Audience

Academia

Delivery Method

Classroom

Course Location

Mitchell Engineering Building Suite 118
1700 East Cold Spring Lane
Baltimore, MD 21251

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Learning Objectives

Identify and explain the fundamental concepts of protocols and examine protocol structures
Examine/design a data communication link considering fundamental concepts of signals, medium, encoding, reliability and efficiency
Identify key elements of Wide Area Networks, such as switching, routing, congestion, and QoS
Architect a Local Area Network considering the shared medium choices for high-speed LANs or Wireless LANs
Understand and examine Internet and Transport Protocols and gain deep knowledge on Internetwork operations
Identify the key aspects of internet applications such as network security, Email and network management, DNS and web servers and multimedia

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

Competency Areas

Communications Security

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