IT246: Introduction to Networks

Credits: 3

Catalog 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.

Current & Upcoming Offerings

2025-2026

Fall 2025 2 sections
Section Schedule / Time Instructor Location
01
TBA
College of Management
ON-LINE
11
TuTh 04:00PM - 05:15PM
College of Management
M03-0732
Spring 2026 1 section
Section Schedule / Time Instructor Location
10
TBA
College of Management
ON-LINE

Prerequisites

Introductory course in networks covering processes, memory, files, and operating system design.