Introduction to Business Data Communication and Computer Networks

Introduction to Business Data Communications and Networks

MET CS 425 (4 credits)

Prerequisites: MET LB 102 or consent of instructor. Basic concepts of data communications and computer networks; hardware, software, and reference models; TCP/IP protocol suit. Overview of voice communication, LAN, network development life cycle, security, and management. IT Economics: Total Cost Ownership, Return on Investment, and IT Project Portfolio Management. Restrictions: May not be taken in conjunction with MET CS 535 or MET CS 625. Only one of these courses can be counted toward degree requirements.