In this course, we trace the evolution of networks and identify the key concepts and functions that form the basis for layered architecture. We introduce examples of protocols and services that are familiar to the students, and we explain how these services are supported by networks. Further, we explain fundamental concepts in digital communication, and focus on error control techniques that include parity check, polynomial code, and Internet checksum. Students will be required to have some previous programming experience in C-programming (C++/Java), some fundamental knowledge of computer organization and IT architecture and a background in computer science is a plus.
This course is part of the Computer Communications Specialization
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24%
got a tangible career benefit from this course
14%
got a pay increase or promotion
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Intermediate Level
Approx. 15 hours to complete
English
Subtitles: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish
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University of Colorado System
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
5 hours to complete
Communication Networks and Services
This module discusses the evolution of three example networks and their associated services, how services are influencing the evolution of modern networks, and examples of protocols and services.
5 hours to complete
4 videos (Total 22 min), 5 readings, 2 quizzes
2 hours to complete
Layered Architectures
This module discusses the OSI reference model and show how the overall communication process can be organized into functions that are carried out in seven layers, and introduces the TCP/IP architecture with a detailed routing example.
2 hours to complete
3 videos (Total 18 min), 4 readings, 2 quizzes
2 hours to complete
Socket API & Digital Transmissions
This module introduces BSD sockets, which allow the student to write applications that use the service provided by the TCP/IP protocols. It also introduces some fundamentals of digital communications.
2 hours to complete
3 videos (Total 18 min), 4 readings, 2 quizzes
3 hours to complete
Error Control
This module presents coding techniques that can be used to detect errors that may occur during digital transmission. These coding techniques form the basis for protocols that provide reliable transfer of information.
3 hours to complete
3 videos (Total 22 min), 5 readings, 2 quizzes
Reviews
TOP REVIEWS FROM FUNDAMENTALS OF NETWORK COMMUNICATION
by AAug 16, 2020
It was a very good start in Network communication. The lectures, quizzes, and materials are designed in a very good manner to reach the end of the course with the needed fundamentals.
by ASJun 28, 2020
It is a good course to cover the basics computer networking. It is simple and the workload is less. Try to go through other sources simultaneously to get in-depth knowledge on the topic.
by ASJan 27, 2021
Overall great course! Leart the fundamentals of communucations. Many concepts were explained with powepoint presentations, and good links and books were provided regardingcthe topic.
by DMJun 6, 2020
Really fantastic experience learning with Coursera. Awesome study materials and choice of syllabus. Just the perfect one for new faces in this field. Keep it up Team Coursera!!!
About the Computer Communications Specialization
This specialization is developed for seniors and fresh graduate students to understand fundamental network architecture concepts and their impacts on cyber security, to develop skills and techniques required for network protocol design, and prepare for a future of constant change through exposure to network design alternatives. Students will require a prior knowledge of C programming, an understanding of math probability and a computer science background is a plus.
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