Bellevue University
BISC 321
Computer Networking
Prerequisite:
Acceptance in the
Business Information Systems accelerated degree program.
Credit:
3 Credit Hours
Catalog
Description: This course
provides a complete introduction to telecommunications and data communications
terminology, concepts, components and systems.
Also included is the history of and recent developments in the
telecommunications industry, its regulation and technologies, domestic and
international practices, media and devices.
Detailed coverage is devoted to the ISO-OSI model as a framework for
protocol analysis as well as Local Area Networks, wireless communications and
frame and cell relay transmission modes.
An integral part of the course is the use of the Internet as an information
resource and platform for electronic commerce.
Mission: The mission of the accelerated Business
Information Systems Program
is to provide the history, philosophy, knowledge, skills and tools that are
necessary for students in the professional field of Information Technology so
as to become successful supervisors, managers, and leaders in their chosen
field.
Objectives: Students who
successfully complete this course should be able to:
1.
Use more complex computer networks.
2.
Understand and use telecommunication systems and
data storage.
3.
Use current trends in telecommunications.
4.
Understand all functions of a business network.
Course
Outline:
1.
Complex Business Computer Systems(Obj. 1)
A. Current
Business Systems
B. Intranets
2.
Business Telecommunications (Objs. 1, 2)
A. Telecommunication
Carriers
B. Fiber
Optics, Broadband, and Cable Capacity
C. Telecommunication
Networks
3.
Business Data Storage (Objs. 1, 2, 4)
A. Internal
Data Storage Systems
B. External
Data Storage Systems and Information
4.
Complete Network Systems (Objs. 3, 4)
A. Internal
Systems and Networks
B. Complete
Business Information Systems
General Assignments and
Evaluation of Student Work: Grading is based on the
quality, thoroughness, and timeliness of class discussions, class
presentations, and written assignments.
A student will only pass the course by participating in all class
sessions – actively, extensively, and thoroughly – as well as submitting all
written assignments on time, and in a thorough and professional manner.
Assessment
of student progress is based upon satisfactory completion of all assignments
during the course. Specifically, the
student is required to demonstrate acquisition of the factual knowledge
contained in the assigned readings through class discussions and by competency
displayed in writing. Class
participation/interaction, reflection of student and instructor comments and
discussion are also evaluated for assessment purposes. Critical thinking is also assessed by
examining the student's approach to problem analysis, decision making, and problem
solving.
Course/Program
Assessment: In accordance with the stated objectives,
assessment will occur at the self, peer, and instructor levels. Students will be assessed by the completion
of written assignments, oral projects, and group discussions.
Signatures:
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Originator Date
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Program Director Date
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Academic Review
Committee Date
______________________________________________________________________
Dean, College of
Professional Studies Date
______________________________________________________________________
Provost Date
Resources
Required
Text and/or Materials:
1. Fitzgerald
& Dennis; Business Data Communications And Networking (8th
Edition); John Wiley & Sons
2. Rauchut,
Ed and Ilga, Don't Worry (It's Not as Bad as You Think) (3rd Edition);
Harper Business
