Fundamentals of data communications
J Breen
4 points * First semester * Clayton * Prerequisites: CSC1030 or RDT1400
Survey of data communications applications. Layer model for communication processes. Asynchronous and synchronous communication. Line control protocols. Bit-oriented protocols. Packet switching. ISO model for open-systems interconnection. Local area networks.
Assessment
Examination (2 hours): 40% * Assignments (2 at 20%): 40% * Laboratory practical work: 20%
Recommended texts
Halsall F Data communications, computer networks and open systems 3rd edn, Addison-Wesley, 1992