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Datacomm 2: Basic Networking

Class Number: ELECTECH 10605171-3 - Datacomm 2: Basic Networking
Offering Status: Open
Academic Level: Post_Secondary
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Course Description

10-605-171 DATACOMM 2: BASIC NETWORKING... introduction to basic networking, the OS Model and TC/IP layers, local area networks, wireless networks, cellular communications, and the data link layer. (Prerequisite: 10-605-170, Data Comm 1: Introduction)

Course Typically Offered

  • Fall
  • Spring

Most NWTC classes are offered in 8-week sessions. Learn more about how our class schedule can help you succeed.

What will I learn?

  1. Utilize advanced oscilloscope functions to analyze communication circuits
  2. Generate a line-code modulated signal
  3. Analyze network protocols using a network analyzing tool
  4. Create a Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum signal
  5. Examine wireless communications protocols
  6. Explain Networking concepts, including OSI, TC/IP models, Data Link Layers, Wireless and Wired networks

Class Details

Class Number:
ELECTECH 10605171-3 - Datacomm 2: Basic Networking
Location:
1301
Date:
-
Delivery:
Hybrid
Term:
2025 Fall Session 2
Estimated Cost:
$175.10 *

Class Notes

1. This class is taught through a combination of in-person lab work and online learning materials. Students will complete the hands-on lab activities in the ET129 lab space during the posted open lab times. The remaining learning materials can be accessed anywhere using internet. Plan on spending approximately 30 hours to complete this course. Before beginning lab work in this class, please review the online course materials and talk to an instructor in ET129. For questions on coursework, please reach out to the instructor of the class through Canvas.

2. IMPORTANT INFORMATION:  Tech Hall Lab, Room ET129, is open Mon-Thurs 8am-8pm; Fridays 8am-3pm; Saturdays 8am-1pm.  The Lab will observe all College closure holidays and breaks.

3. This course may require purchase of a parts kit in ET129.  Please reference the class syllabus for details.

Meetings Times

Dates Day(s) / Time Location
10/22/2025 - 12/19/2025 Online
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
10/22/2025 - 12/19/2025 Self Paced
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Green Bay Campus Room ET129

* Cost displayed is based on in-state residency. Back to cost