Introduction to Data Communication Networks

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Course No: EECE.2460-045; SIS Class Nbr: 3010; SIS Term: 3240
Course Status: Open Added 2/28/23

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: Live Online Course; Live Online Course; Attend class remotely during specific days and times (sometimes referred to as synchronous learning). Instructors may deliver lessons from an off-campus location, from a campus classroom, lab or studio, and you¿ll also make use of Blackboard, UMass Lowell¿s online learning management tool.
  • Core Codes: STEM, ONLINE SYN
  • Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
  • Instructor: Albert Paradis
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When Offered & Tuition

  • M,W | 2:00 PM-3:50 PM EDT
  • Summer 2023: May 15 to Jun 28
  • Course Level: Undergraduate
  • Tuition: $1140 | Pay as little as $580/mo for this course.
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  • Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

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  • Summer Start I M/W classes begin on Monday May 15 and include 3 FRIDAYS: May 19, June 2 and June 16 at the regularly scheduled hours.
  • Summer Start I T/Th classes begin on Tuesday, May 16 and include 2 FRIDAYS: May 26 and June 9 at the regularly scheduled hours.
  • Summer Start II M/W classes begin on Wednesday, July 5 and include 2 FRIDAYS: July 7 and July 21 at the regularly scheduled hours.
  • Summer Start II T/Th classes begin on Tuesday, July 6 and include 3 FRIDAYS: July 14, July 28 and August 4 at the regularly scheduled hours.

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