Computer Networks Fundamentals ((3 Credits))

Catalog description

Introduction to the fundamental networking concepts and technologies focusing on both the conceptual and practical skills needed to understand basic networking. Students will gain an understanding of the “layered” approach to networks and examine the OSI and TCP/IP layers in detail to understand their functions and services. It provides an overview to various network devices, network addressing schemes and, finally, the types of media used to carry data across the network.