CNT 1000 LOCAL AREA NETWORK CONCEPTS 3 credits

This is a course designed to introduce a student to various local area network (LAN) concepts and wide area network (WAN) technologies. Major topics include a history of local area networks, the OSI and TCP/IP models, terms, acronyms, standards, protocols, hardware and software products. 47 contact hours.

CNT 2500 DATA COMMUNICATIONS 3 credits

Prerequisite: CGS 1000 or permission of the instructor/director. This course is designed as an introduction to the expanding telecommunication field. Topics covered include the design of communications networks, telecommunications protocol, types of devices, and procedures for organizing and controlling the flow of data through telecommunications lines. 47 contact hours.