Computer Networks

Prerequisite: COMP 250 with a minimum grade of "C-" This course includes an introduction to data transmission, digital multiplexing and data switching, characteristics of transmission media, terminals, modems and communication processes; design of error control, line control, and information flow control procedures; study of message and packet switching networks; protocols and software in packet switching systems; and modeling techniques for networks. Offered spring semester. May be taken for graduate-level credit.