2015-2016 University Catalog 
  
2015-2016 University Catalog

TCOM 530 - Data Communications Fundamentals

Credits: 3
Not Repeatable
Covers the foundations of modern data communications. The lower layers of the OSI reference model are discussed with an emphasis on the data link and the network layers. Concepts are illustrated by drawing examples from important data networks ranging from local are networks to the Internet.

Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3

When Offered: Fall, Summer, Spring