This course provides a foundational understanding of network systems, architecture, and protocol and their role in enabling communication in wired and wireless environments. Topics include the design and operation of modern networks, including the layered networking model (OSI and TCP/IP), physical and data link layers, IP addressing, routing and switching algorithms, transmission signals and media, congestion control, and error detection methods and security protocols. This course will prepare students for advanced networking, cybersecurity, and distributed systems studies.
P: COMP SCI 120 and COMP SCI 130 with at least a C grade
Fall and Spring.