CS331

CS331 introduces the basic concepts of data communication and computer networks. The course covers the nature of data communication, characteristics of computer networks, ISO-OSI protocol layers, TCP/IP layers, network topologies and models, error detection and correction codes, and network performance considerations.

• Describe how communication works in data networks and the Internet with reference to the OSI and TCP/IP models.
• Describe the services and features of the various TCP/IP layers and their relevant network devices.
• Produce a network design solution based on a real-life network problem.
• Design, calculate, and apply subnet masks and addresses to fulfill networking requirements.
• Use simulators and analysis tools such as Cisco Packet Tracer and network protocol analyzers.