Computer Network Architecture
General
Prefix
ECE
Course Number
423
Course Level
Undergraduate
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
College of Science and Engineering
Description
Data communication basics, network architecture and protocols, fundamentals of computer and communications networks, network simulation and analysis. Special emphasis on hardware. Labs with design emphasis. Additional projects for graduate credit.
Prerequisites
Credits
Min
3
Max
3
Repeatable
No
Goals and Diversity
MN Goal Course
No
Cultural Diversity
No
Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Describe the basic components in computer networks and data/voice systems,
their characteristics and functions.
Outcome
Explain the concepts and designs of network architectures and protocols for the
physical and data link layers.
Outcome
Assess data communications and networking using the Internet (TCP/IP-based packet switching) and other types of networks (Frame Relay, ATM, Token Ring, etc.)
Outcome
Identify security weaknesses and implement security controls for communication networks.
Dependencies
Programs
ECE423
is a
completion requirement
for: