The first in a series of four, this course will introduce students to the basic concepts and structural elements of the telephone and telecommunications industry. It will introduce and explore public network based telecommunications including physical and wireless media, switching and networking, as well as facilities that provide and support telecommunications. User-premises PBX switching and telecommunications are covered as well. In addition, an introduction to data communications and information security will be included.
Goals and Objectives
To explore basic elements of telephony and voice communications integral to major telecommunications systems.
To learn basic principles and tools that are used in telephony, voice communication, data communications, network operations, and information security.
Chapters 17 - 18: Access Networks and The Public Switched Telephone Network
Week 11 Homework and Quiz
12
Final Exam
Term Paper and Kit Due, Proctored Final Exam
Proctor Information
Please note that this course requires a proctor. You can read more about the proctoring program and steps needed to obtain an approved proctor by clicking on this link: Proctoring Program.
There will be a maximum of two proctored examinations for this course. Specific details will be provided once classes begin under the COURSE INFORMATION section of Blackboard.
