Data communications
F J W Symons and N Clarke
6 points * One 2-hour lecture and one 1-hour tutorial per week * Second semester * Clayton * Prohibitions: CFR2204, COT2001, COT2004, CSC3182, RDT3662
This subject is designed to introduce students to the area of data communications and networks in the context of developments in telecommunication networks, so they can work effectively with data communications as informed users. The main topics covered include basic concepts and principles of telecommunications systems, data transmission, major components of data communications systems, communication software, data link control, introduction to network architecture, open system interconnection models (OSI) and local area networks.
Assessment
Written assignment: 30% * Examination (2 hours): 70%
Prescribed texts
Hallsall F Data communications, computer networks and OSI 2nd or 3rd edn, Addison-Wesley, 1992