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Introduction to Data Communications (DCOM 101)

Credit Course

3 credits

$122 per credit

in-county, fees apply

Blended, Online

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

Winter 2025 ( Sections)

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 01/02/2025 - 01/23/2025
    • Instructor: Cody Mayfield
    • Course ID: #10516

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

Spring 2025 ( Sections)

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      11:15 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.
      Days of Week:
      MW
      Location: Catonsville, HTEC 115
    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Blended
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 01/27/2025 - 05/18/2025
    • Course ID: #20229

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 01/27/2025 - 03/15/2025
    • Course ID: #20810

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

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

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      12:00 - 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: 01/27/2025 - 03/15/2025
    • Course ID: #23150

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section meets during the first seven 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: 02/24/2025 - 05/18/2025
    • Course ID: #20230

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

  • 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: 01/27/2025 - 03/15/2025
    • Course ID: #22256

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

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

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 02/24/2025 - 05/18/2025
    • Course ID: #22520

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

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

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      11:10 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.
      Days of Week:
      MW
      Location: Essex, ADMN 323
    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Blended
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 01/27/2025 - 03/15/2025
    • Course ID: #22273

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    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: 03/17/2025 - 05/11/2025
    • Course ID: #21035

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

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

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 01/27/2025 - 05/18/2025
    • Course ID: #21034

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      5:45 - 8:40 p.m.
      Days of Week:
      MW
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 01/27/2025 - 03/15/2025
    • Course ID: #21066

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

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