Communication Network Design
Description
An introduction to wide area networking (WAN), which is a technology used to extend telecommunications connectivity for information distribution over large geographic regions. Topics include architecture, design including Frame Relay and ATM, and implementation, as well as the influence of the state and federal regulatory environments.
Textbook
Dodd, The Essential Guide to Telecommunications, Prentice Hall, 2005, ISBN 0131487256
Course Outcomes
- Explain the principles of computer networking (CIT 1, 9, 10)
- Understand WAN concepts (CIT 1, 9, 10)
- Demonstrate an understanding of WAN hardware and gain hands on experience with configuring WAN components (CIT 1, 2, 9, 10)
- Solve technical issues through hands on experience with troubleshooting WAN's (CIT 1, 9, 10)
- Apply the skills for using Cisco routers for configuring network devices (CIT 1, 2, 9, 10)
- Demonstrate confidence in working with explosively evolving technology of computer networking (CIT 1, 2, 3, 9, 10)
CIT Program Outcomes (What are these?)
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Principles of Undergraduate Learning (What are Principles of Undergraduate Learning?)
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Topics
- IP subnetting
- WAN Protocols
- IOS
- Network Protocols
- Routing
- Network Security
Assessment
- Quizzes (4)
- Midterm
- Lecture Final
- Lab Final
- Lab Attendance
