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IS 404

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

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

3

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."

Title

Knowledge

Learning Outcome

<p>Students will develop an understanding of data communications and cloud computing in general, including specific capabilities to:</p> <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

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

Title

Decision making

Learning Outcome

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