Introduction to Data Communication Networks

Summer 2021 > Engineering/Engineering Technology > EECE.2460 > 021

Course No: EECE.2460-021; SIS Class Nbr: 3662; SIS Term: 3040
Course Status: Registration Closed

Course Description

This course is designed to convey the essentials of data communication and networking. This includes an understanding of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI), TCP/IP and Internet models. It covers various protocols and architectures of interconnection technologies. Several concepts will be discussed that will enable students to apply the basic concepts of data communication and networking technology in many practical situations.

Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor

  • Prerequisites: EECE.1070 Introduction to Electrical and Computer Engineering, and MATH.1310 Calculus I, and PHYS.1410 Physics I.
  • Section Notes: Virtual Classroom Course
  • Core Codes: STEM, VRCL
  • Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
  • Instructor: Albert Paradis
  • UMass Lowell Bookstore

When Offered & Tuition

  • M,W | 2:00 PM-4:00 PM EST Online
  • 2021 Summer: Jul 06 to Aug 16
  • Course Level: Undergraduate
  • Tuition: $1020
  • Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

Friday Class Meetings for Virtual and On-Campus Courses

Unless otherwise noted above

  • Summer Start I M/W classes begin on Monday May 17 and include 3 FRIDAYS: May 21, June 4 and June 18 at the regularly scheduled hours.
  • Summer Start I T/Th classes begin on Tuesday, May 18 and include 2 FRIDAYS: May 28 and June 11 at the regularly scheduled hours.
  • Summer Start II M/W classes begin on Wednesday, July 7 and include 2 FRIDAYS: July 9 and July 23 at the regularly scheduled hours.
  • Summer Start II T/Th classes begin on Tuesday, July 6 and include 2 FRIDAYS: July 16 and July 30 at the regularly scheduled hours.

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