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INFS 4900 - Seminar in Business Data Communications 3 Credit Hours
Course Description:
This course Introduces business data communications terminology and concepts.
These concepts include:
the examination of data communication topologies network design and management data communication hardware, software, and standards the internet e-business applications
Course Outcomes:
to teach students the fundamentals of data communications concepts; to stimulate student interest in the field of data communications, the Internet, and e- business; to encourage creative thinking in the applications of data communication networks; to help students become more aware of the types of communications networks used in the business world; to encourage independent study in the data communications field.
Prerequisites and Corequisites:
PTMA 3020. This course may be taken concurrently and provides an understanding of the basics of business information systems components, concepts and vocabulary. Basic computer skills are needed.
Course Topics:
Introduction to computer networks and data communications Fundamentals of data and signals Conducted and wireless media Making connections Making connections efficient: multiplexing and compression Errors, error detection, and error control Local area networks: the basics Introduction to metropolitan area networks and wide area networks The Internet Voice and data delivery networks Network security Network design and management
Specific Course Requirements:
Knowledge of any software packages beyond the requirements of the Regents Online Degree Program is not necessary. Students are expected to use e-mail to correspond with the instructor and submit assignments.
Required Textbooks:
Please visit the Virtual Bookstore to obtain textbook information for this course. Move your cursor over the "Books" link in the navigation bar and select "Textbooks & Course Materials." Select your Program, Term, Department, and Course; then select "Submit."
Please see "Instructor Information" in the Getting Started Module for instructor contact information, virtual office hours, and other communication information. You can expect to receive a response from the instructor within 24-48 hours unless notified of extenuating circumstances.
Testing Procedures:
You will be expected to take a number of practice quizzes throughout the term. These will be clearly identified as practice quizzes and will not count toward your final grade. You will have 20 minutes and 5 attempts for each practice quiz.
You will also be required to take 6 graded exams including a comprehensive final exam. The graded exams will consist of multiple choice and/or true/false questions and will be taken and graded on- line. The lowest exam grade will automatically be dropped. No late exams will be accepted for this reason! You will have 60 minutes and 1 attempt for each exam.
Exam Chapters Covered Exam 1 Chapters 1, 2, & 3 Exam 2 Chapters 4 & 5 Exam 3 Chapters 6 & 7 Exam 4 Chapters 9 & 10 Exam 5 Chapters 11, 12, & 13 Exam 6 (Final Exam) Comprehensive (All Chapters Covered)
Grading Procedures:
The evaluation system is based on points. The required elements are based on the following point system. A total of 6 exams (100 points each), 6 assignments (100 points each), and 5 discussion forums (50 points each) will make up the graded items for the course. The lowest assignment and exam will automatically be dropped. No late submissions are accepted on any
graded item related to the course. The total possible graded points in the course are 1250.
Please note: ALL due dates can be found on the Course Calendar.
6 Homework Assignments 500 points 5 Discussion Forums 250 points 6 Exams 500 points
Grading Scale:
1125-1250 points A 1000-1124 points B 875-999 points C 750-874 points D 0-749 points F
Assignments and Projects:
You will be required to turn-in (using the D2L dropbox feature) 6 graded homework assignments.
Assignment Assignment Questions Assignment 1
Chapter 1: Review Questions 1,7,8,9,&10 and Exercises 9,16,&
Assignment 2
Chapter 11: Review Questions 11,12,18,& Chapter 12: Review Questions 14,17,& Chapter 13: Review Questions 1,10,&
Class Participation:
Participation in the discussion forums provided in the following table is expected and graded as part of the course. Thoughtful comments and responses are required on the discussion forums. Quality will be graded!!! Please follow the general guidelines provided under the Discussions section in D2L (General Information Forum / Discussion Rules). Each discussion forum will contain multiple discussion questions pertaining to the material covered. Each forum is worth 50 points for a total of 250 points.
Discussion Forum Topics Covered in Discussion Forum Discussion Forum 1
Network Models; Broadband Wireless
Discussion Forum 2
USB; Multiplexing
Discussion Forum 3
Project Failures; IEEE LAN Standards
Discussion Forum 4
Criminals or Heroes; Facebook
Discussion Forum 5
Future of Local and Long Distance Telephone Systems; Security and Privacy; Experience and College Degrees
Late Policy:
assistance, are subject to disciplinary action through the regular procedures of the student’s home institution. Refer to the student handbook provided by your home institution to review the student conduct policy.
In addition to other possible disciplinary sanctions that may be imposed, the instructor has the authority to assign an "F" or zero for an activity or to assign an "F" for the course.
Other Course Rules:
Students are expected to:
Participate in all aspects of the course Communicate with other students Learn how to navigate in Brightspace Keep abreast of course announcements Use the assigned course management (Brightspace) email address rather than a personal email address Address technical problems immediately: Contact Technical Support View Term Calendar here Observe course netiquette at all times.
Guidelines for Communications:
Email:
Always include a subject line. Remember without facial expressions some comments may be taken the wrong way. Be careful in wording your emails. Use of emoticons might be helpful in some cases. Use standard fonts. Do not send large attachments without permission. Special formatting such as centering, audio messages, tables, html, etc. should be avoided unless necessary to complete an assignment or other communication. Respect the privacy of other class members
Discussions:
Review the discussion threads thoroughly before entering the discussion. Be a lurker then a discussant. Try to maintain threads by using the "Reply" button rather starting a new topic. Do not make insulting or inflammatory statements to other members of the discussion group. Be respectful of other’s ideas.
Be patient and read the comments of other group members thoroughly before entering your remarks. Be cooperative with group leaders in completing assigned tasks. Be positive and constructive in group discussions. Respond in a thoughtful and timely manner.
Library:
The Tennessee Virtual Library is available to all students enrolled in TN eCampus programs and courses. Links to library materials (such as electronic journals, databases, interlibrary loans, digital reserves, dictionaries, encyclopedias, maps, and librarian support) and Internet resources needed by learners to complete online assignments and as background reading will be included within the course modules. To access the Virtual Library, go to the course homepage and select the Virtual Library link under Course Resources.
Students with Disabilities:
Qualified students with disabilities will be provided reasonable and necessary academic accommodations if determined eligible by the appropriate disability services staff at their home institution. Prior to granting disability accommodations in this course, the instructor must receive written verification of a student's eligibility for specific accommodations from the disability services staff at the home institution. It is the student's responsibility to initiate contact with their home institution's disability services staff and to follow the established procedures for having the accommodation notice sent to the instructor.
Syllabus Changes:
The instructor reserves the right to make changes as necessary to this syllabus. If changes are necessitated during the term of the course, the instructor will immediately notify students of such changes both by individual email communication and posting both notification and nature of change(s) on the course bulletin board.
Disclaimer
The information contained in this syllabus is for general information purposes only. While we endeavor to keep this information up-to-date and accurate, there may be some discrepancies
