COMP 470 - Syllabus Computer Networks Syllabus COMP 470 Course Description This course provides a basic understanding of computer networks. Topics covered include data communication concepts, communications switching techniques, network topologies, and network protocols. The class also covers client-server applications using sockets. In addition to the traditional means of communication, students are encouraged to post their questions to the class Bulletin Board .
Registration is required to post messages.
The instructor or other students from the class will then post the answers for the whole class to view. Students may also hold general discussions in the CS chat room . Past experience has shown a high relationship between absences and low grades. Furthermore, absences will severely limit interaction with other students. It is very important that you make every effort to attend every class.