Data Communications
Level: Undergraduate
This is a basic course that introduces various concepts and techniques employed in telecommunication systems. It includes a discussion on digital modulation techniques (A/F/PSK), channel characteristics and multiple access mechanisms (T/F/CDMA). It discusses different protocols on the network and transport layers such as DNS, IP, TCP, etc. The course outline is as follows.
Course Outline
Introduction to Data Communications
OSI Model
Digital Modulation Techniques
Medium Access Control
Multiple Access Techniques
Channel characteristics
Switched Networks
IP Addressing and Routing
Network layer Protocols
Transport layer Protocol
Introduction to Protocol Design
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