Computer Networks


Computer Networks

MET CS 535 (4 credits)

This course provides a robust understanding of networking. It teaches the fundamentals of networking systems, their architecture, function and operation and how those fundamentals are reflected in current network technologies. Students will learn the principles that underlie all networks and the application of those principles (or not) to current network protocols and systems. The course explains how layers of different scope are combined to create a network. There will be a basic introduction to Physical Media, the functions that make up protocols, such as error detection, delimiting, lost and duplicate detection; and the synchronization required for the feedback mechanisms: flow and retransmission control, etc. Students will be introduced to how these functions are used in current protocols, such as Ethernet, WiFi, VLANs, TCP/IP, wireless communication, routing, congestion management, QoS, network management, security, and the common network applications as well as some past applications with unique design solutions. Prereq: MET CS 575 and MET CS 201 or MET CS 231 or MET CS 232. Or instructor's consent. Restrictions: This course may not be taken in conjunction with MET CS 625 or MET CS 425 (undergraduate). Only one of these courses can be counted towards degree requirements.

2024SPRGMETCS535 A1, Jan 23rd to Apr 30th 2024

Days Start End Type Bldg Room
T 12:30 PM 03:15 PM CDS 264

2024SPRGMETCS535 O2, Mar 12th to Apr 29th 2024

Days Start End Type Bldg Room
ARR TBD TBD ROOM

2023FALLMETCS535 A1, Sep 5th to Dec 12th 2023

Days Start End Type Bldg Room
T 12:30 PM 03:15 PM MET 101

2023FALLMETCS535 O2, Oct 31st to Dec 18th 2023

Days Start End Type Bldg Room
ARR TBD TBD ROOM

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