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Data Comm and Net Course Outline

The course 'Data Communication and Networks' (CUIT 213) taught by Ms. Kiwa provides students with foundational knowledge in data communication technologies and computer networking principles. Learning outcomes include understanding network communication, internetworking devices, protocols, and configuring LANs, among others. Assessment consists of coursework (40%) and a final exam (60%), utilizing software such as Packet Tracer and Windows.

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Data Comm and Net Course Outline

The course 'Data Communication and Networks' (CUIT 213) taught by Ms. Kiwa provides students with foundational knowledge in data communication technologies and computer networking principles. Learning outcomes include understanding network communication, internetworking devices, protocols, and configuring LANs, among others. Assessment consists of coursework (40%) and a final exam (60%), utilizing software such as Packet Tracer and Windows.

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Corse Title Data Communication and networks

Corse Code CUIT 213


Lecturer Ms Kiwa
Course Description The course aims to provide students with a firm foundation in data
communication and networks. The course exposes students to the
different technologies applied in data communication and the principles
of computer networking.
Learning Outcomes • Explain how communication works in data networks and the
Internet.
• Recognise the different internetworking devices and their
functions.
• Explain the role of protocols in networking.
• Analyse the services and features of the various layers of the
networks.
• Design, calculate and apply subnet masks and addresses to fullfill
the networking requirements.
• Analyse the features and operations of various application layer
protocols such as HTTPs, DNS, SMTP
• Configure LAN
Core Synopsis Computer network technologies and applications, Role of data
communications in organisations, Transmission media, Signaling,
Communication Protocols, Communication architectures – ISO OSI
Model, Transmission media, Network Connections (Data Transmission
mnodes, multiplexing), Network types (LAN, WAN, MAN), LAN
topologies, LAN MAC protocols, Routing and routing algorithms
(distance vector, link state, BGP), Basic router configurations and routing
tables, switching and switching devices. Spanning tree protocol.
Configuration, operation and administration of PC based LAN and WAN,
troubleshooting a network. Administration of multiple network Operating
Systems. IP addressing (Ipv4) and (Ipv6). Network security. Accessing
the WAN protocols – ATM, frame relay, HDLC, PPP, PAP, CHAP and
broadband links. Enterprise network.
Course Assessment Coursework 40%
• 2 assignments
• 1 test
• 1 Practical
Final Exam 60%
Software • Packet Tracer
• Windows

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