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Network Communications with TCP/IP

COM SCI X 417.96

Learn network communications, from the basics of network topologies, OSI layering, & Ethernet to networking hardware and packet-switching fundamentals. The course focuses on TCP/IP and its plethora of protocols and services.

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Starting at $1,095.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0
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What you can learn.

  • Develop an all-encompassing understanding of network communications
  • Identify TCP/IP protocols and services
  • Learn about network security and client/server applications
  • Master topics ranging from OSI layering to packet switching
  • Apply concepts directly using Windows, Linux, and Solaris

About this course:

Learn network communications--from the basics of network topologies, OSI layering, and Ethernet to networking hardware and packet-switching fundamentals. The course focuses on TCP/IP and its plethora of protocols and services. Topics also include IP addressing, routing, switching, reliable data transfer and congestion management. Students study many TCP/IP services, including DNS, DHCP and VPN. Instruction also reviews network security, as well as application layer protocols (such as HTTP, FTP and email) and client/server network applications. The course provides hands-on examples using Windows, Linux and Solaris. Students also learn how networks and TCP/IP work and how to work TCP/IP.
Prerequisites
While no experience in data communications is needed, students should have a good background in computing with experience installing and operating Microsoft Windows or Unix (such as Solaris or Linux).

Winter 2025 Schedule

Date & Time
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Monday 6:30PM - 9:30PM PT
Available
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Instructor: Jack Chang
400680
Fee:
$1,095.00
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Location: UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
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Notes

Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted.

Enrollment deadline: January 20th, 2025

Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 19, 2025
Course Requirements
Internetworking with TCP/IP Volume One by Douglas E. Comer
©2013 Phi
ISBN 8120348672
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Mon Jan 6, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Mon Jan 13, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Mon Jan 20, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Mon Jan 27, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Mon Feb 3, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Mon Feb 10, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Mon Feb 17, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Mon Feb 24, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Mon Mar 3, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Mon Mar 10, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Mon Mar 17, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
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This section has no set meeting times.
Available
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Instructor: Irfan Ahmed
400679
Fee:
$1,095.00
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Notes

Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Enrollment deadline: January 20th, 2025

Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 10, 2025
Course Requirements
Internetworking with TCP/IP Volume One by Douglas E. Comer
©2013 Phi
ISBN 8120348672
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.

Spring 2025 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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Monday 6:30PM - 9:30PM PT
Canceled
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Instructor: Jack Chang
402582
Fee:
$1,095.00
In Personformat icon
Location: UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
Updating...
See Details
Notes

Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted.

Enrollment deadline: April 6th, 2025

Refund Deadline
No refunds after April 13, 2025
Course Requirements
Internetworking with TCP/IP Volume One by Douglas E. Comer
©2013 Phi
ISBN 8120348672
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Mon Mar 31, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Mon Apr 7, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Mon Apr 14, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Mon Apr 21, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Mon Apr 28, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Mon May 5, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Mon May 12, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Mon May 19, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Mon May 26, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Mon Jun 2, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Mon Jun 9, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
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This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens February 03, 2025 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Irfan Ahmed
402581
Fee:
$1,095.00
Onlineformat icon
Updating...
See Details
Notes

Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Enrollment deadline: April 6th, 2025

Refund Deadline
No refunds after April 04, 2025
Course Requirements
Internetworking with TCP/IP Volume One by Douglas E. Comer
©2013 Phi
ISBN 8120348672
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.

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