1. Introduction to the Course

  1. Introduction
    • Students learn about computer network design principles and concepts, network architecture, Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model, error detection and recovery, local area networks, bridges, routers and gateways, network naming and addressing, routing protocols, inter-networking, wireless networks, and Internet Protocol v6 network addressing. Students first gain knowledge about basic local area networks, and then learn about the wireless Local Area Networks, techniques to extend Local Area Networks, inter-networking and emerging network technologies.
  2. Learning objectives
    • Understand network management concepts and terminology.
    • Familiar with common networking standards and protocols.
    • Understand data communication principles.
    • Understand computer network architecture, organization and management.
    • Familiar with Local Area Network organization, design, maintenance, administration.
    • Demonstrate intermediate skill of network programming.
    • Explain wireless networking structure.
  3. Learning objectives - Howto
    • How to forward packets
    • How to make networking programs
    • How to design IP networks
    • How to design protocols
  4. Expectations
    • Self-directed learning
    • Self-motivated learning
  5. Course outline
  6. Instructor
    • Dr. Mahnhoon Lee
    • HL 424
    • (250) 377-6022
    • mlee@tru.ca
    • Timetable
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