COURSENAME:                             DATA COMMUNICATIONS

COURSE CODE:                             BCS 2107

COURSE LEVEL:                           YEAR TWO, SEMESTER ONE

CONTACT HOURS:                       45

CREDIT UNIT:                                3 CU

COURSE INSTRUCTORS:           Mr. Mulindwa Ian

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course introduces fundamentals techniques of data communication networking. It includes formatting and transmission of digital information over various media. Examines vocabulary, concepts, standards, models, hardware issues and trends. It also covers the basic theory of data transmission. The link between the communicating devices and link protocol are discussed.

 

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The objectives of this course are to provide students with the following:

1. A solid basis on the theoretical and practical understand of data communication fundamentals.
2. Knowledge of the data communication process, the nature of the transmission media and techniques of data transmission.
3. Knowledge of the emerging technologies in data communication.
4. Skills of communication and group working.

Get details from the attached course outline.