Introduction to Networks
Course #: IT 246, Class #: 3406, Section #: 10
Description
We will study basic data communication and networking concepts for LAN and WAN; network protocols with emphasis on Ethernet, PPP, TCP/IP, and WWW protocols, and mobile and wireless networks. Network applications include Telnet, ftp, email, distributed file systems, and client-server applications. We survey network security issues. We will do hands-on network simulation and network sniffing exercises to see how these technologies work in practice.
Prerequisites
Open to IT-BS and CM majors. Students in partner programs may register for this course starting 01/05/2026. Guest students and non-partner program students may submit registration requests starting 01/15/2026 IT 110 or MSIS 110 or Co-req: IT 110 or MSIS 110
Course Details
Date / Time
1/26/26 - 5/13/26
TBA
Location
Online
Credits
3
Session
Regular Academic Session
Class Dates
1/26/2026 - 5/13/2026
Location
Online
Enrolled / Capacity
45 / 40
Status
Closed