This course explores the fundamental principles and technologies of data communication. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of how data is transmitted between systems, covering topics such as the physical layer, data link layer, networking protocols, and modern communication systems. The course delves into the theory and application of key concepts like modulation, error detection and correction, multiplexing, switching, and routing. It also covers both wired and wireless communication methods, providing practical insights into the evolving landscape of communication networks.
Key topics include:
Data Transmission: Methods of transmitting data over different media (electrical, optical, and wireless).
Modulation and Demodulation: Understanding how analog signals are converted to digital signals and vice versa.
Error Detection and Correction: Techniques to ensure data integrity during transmission.
Networking Protocols: In-depth study of communication protocols like TCP/IP, UDP, and others.
Multiplexing: Techniques to allow multiple signals to share a single transmission channel.
Switching and Routing: How data packets find their way through a network.
Wireless and Wired Communication: Exploring both wired transmission (fiber optics, copper cables) and wireless transmission (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, mobile networks).
Through lectures, hands-on labs, and assignments, students will develop the skills necessary to design, implement, and troubleshoot modern communication systems. By the end of the course, students will be equipped with a strong understanding of how data communication works, its applications, and its critical role in today’s interconnected world.
Prerequisites: Basic understanding of computer networks or networking fundamentals.
This course is ideal for students aiming for careers in telecommunications, networking, or any field where efficient data communication is critical.