Network Organization and Architecture

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Discussion of network organization and architecture concepts. Description of the organization and architecture of telecommunication network systems with an emphasis on data communication. Exploration of the layers of the OSI model with an emphasis on TCP/IP and other modern protocols. Exploration of emerging technologies such as Web 2.0, IoT, SDN, and VPN. Discussion of the importance of continuing professional development and awareness of the social, ethical-legal, professional, and security issues and responsibilities in the discipline. Requires 45 lecture-laboratory hours.