COSC 439 - Computing Network Principles

The basic concepts of computer communication systems with particular emphasis on communication hardware and microcomputer networks. Students will be involved in the development and writing of software components of communications such as terminal emulators and file transfer packages. Basic communication theory and terminology, communication hardware devices, communication protocols and microcomputer networks.

Credit 4 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation

Prerequisite(s) COSC 221 and COSC 311
COSC 314 is recommended for students wishing to enroll in this course.

Class-Level Restriction Undergraduate standing

Notes -
Updates Change to credit hours 2/2017, effective Fall 2017; Graduate Credit Rescinded 3/2015, effective Fall 2015; Graduate Credit 7/2011

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