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Introduction to Data Communications (DCOM 101)

Credit Course

3 credits

$122 per credit

in-county, fees apply

Online, Blended

Explores an informational and theoretical foundation necessary for students to comprehend an overview of the concepts, theory, principles, and practices of data communications and computer networks. Students survey networking hardware including servers, switches, and routers. Students also investigate networking software including operating systems, protocols, and services, and network management, including server administration, virtualization, cloud computing, and security. The course is designed for a student pursuing a career in networking. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.

Prerequisite(s): ESOL 052 and ESOL 054 or ACLT 052 or ACLT 053.

Sections

Summer 2024 ( Sections)

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 07/15/2024 - 08/17/2024
    • Course ID: #52592

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section meets during the five week session.

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 07/15/2024 - 08/17/2024
    • Instructor: Eric Ward
    • Course ID: #52364

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section meets during the five week session.

Fall 2024 ( Sections)

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      5:45 - 8:50 p.m.
      Days of Week:
      MW
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 08/26/2024 - 10/13/2024
    • Course ID: #91673

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section meets during the first seven week session.

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 10/16/2024 - 12/08/2024
    • Course ID: #92035

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section meets during the second seven week session.

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      11:10 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.
      Days of Week:
      MW
      Location: Essex, ADMN 340
    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Blended
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 08/26/2024 - 10/13/2024
    • Instructor: Cody Mayfield
    • Course ID: #90517

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section meets during the first seven week session

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      12:05 - 3:00 p.m.
      Days of Week:
      S
      Location: Essex, ADMN 340
    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Blended
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 08/26/2024 - 10/13/2024
    • Course ID: #92991

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section meets during the first seven week session.

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      2:20 - 3:45 p.m.
      Days of Week:
      TR
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 08/26/2024 - 10/13/2024
    • Course ID: #90468

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE:This section meets during the first seven week session.

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      11:10 a.m. - 1:35 p.m.
      Days of Week:
      TR
      Location: Catonsville, HTEC 115
    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Blended
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 08/26/2024 - 10/13/2024
    • Course ID: #92308

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: Section meets during the 1st 7 week session.

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      1:25 - 2:50 p.m.
      Days of Week:
      W
      Location: Online
    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 09/23/2024 - 12/15/2024
    • Course ID: #92851

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: This section meets during the Late Start 10 week session.

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      11:15 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.
      Days of Week:
      MW
      Location: Catonsville, HTEC 107
    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Blended
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 08/26/2024 - 12/15/2024
    • Course ID: #90280

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 08/26/2024 - 12/15/2024
    • Course ID: #90644

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 08/26/2024 - 10/13/2024
    • Course ID: #90871

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section meets during the first seven week session.