IS 404

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Data Communications

Information Systems Marriott School of Business

Course Description

Principles of data communications, local- and wide-area networks, hardware, software, media, standards, management, and business applications. Lab required.

When Taught

Winter

Credit Hours

Min

Fixed/Max

Lecture Hours

Fixed

Lab Hours

Fixed

Other Prerequisites

IS 414; Acceptance into the Information Systems major; enrollment in an IS Core envelope

Note

To register for the IS Core, choose "Add an envelope of classes."

Learning Outcomes

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Knowledge

Learning Outcome

Students will develop an understanding of data communications and cloud computing in general, including specific capabilities to: <ul> <li>Understand the protocols and applications of TCP/IP networking,</li> <li>Configure cloud services, and</li> <li>Converse competently about data communications issues and challenges</li> </ul>

Title

Problem Solving

Learning Outcome

Students will develop the ability to solve specific problems using their understanding gained during the course.

Title

Decision making

Learning Outcome

Students will be able to explain the business and technical decisions that drive organizations' use of data communications and cloud technologies