IT 362 - Wireless Communications

Description:
Broad introduction to wireless communications. Provides students with an exposure to a variety of technologies, standards, and concepts.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: IT 351.

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Describe wireless communications: how it works, how it is used, its advantages and disadvantage
Contrast and compare radio and infrared wireless communication: models, transmission and standards
Describe, explain, configure, and troubleshoot short range wireless communications
Identify, troubleshoot, and correct Wireless Local Area Networks and associated protocols
Plan and conduct a wireless site survey to evaluate wireless network design for optimum coverage
Describe and explain digital Cellular Telephone Applications, Technology and Client software
Describe and explain fixed broadband wireless and satellite communication
Identify, describe, and explain the uses and challenges of wireless communications in business
Describe, explain, configure, and troubleshoot wireless network security

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
12/4/2014