CNT 120 - Network Communications Technology I

Institution:

Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

Subject:

Computer Networking Technology

Description:

Network communications technology. Business data communications concepts are covered, beginning with an overview and a discussion of the companies and government agencies involved in the field. Topics include basic terminology associated with network signaling, media, the public network, local area networks, mainframe communications, architectures, terminal types, multiplexers, modems, and terminal controllers. The technology of signaling is covered including noise, error detection and correction, flow control techniques, data compression, and encoding technology. The effects of communications on today's society are also discussed. Different types of networks are introduced. A laboratory fee is required. Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENGL 101 and MATH 051; test out or completion of CIS 105 with a grade of C or higher.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

( ENGL 003 OR ENGL 051 OR ENGL 101 ) AND ( ENGL 051 ) OR ENGL 101 AND ( CIS 105 ) AND ( MATH 020 ) OR MATH 051 OR MATH 103

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.hacc.edu

Phone Number:

(717) 780-2300

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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