Computer Network Architecture

Catalog description

This is an introduction level computer network architecture course for senior/graduate students. The goal is to provide the students with a comprehensive picture of the technologies behind the Internet and applications on top of it. Starting with a brief review of some basics of networking, we will discuss from the lowest levels of packet transmissions through the highest levels of application software, under the umbrella of the TCP/IP architecture. Emphasis will be given on network architecture, components and design issues. Technical elective. Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of probability and statistics. Offered every fall semester.