Communication Networks Certificate

Program Overview

It covers fundamental networking concepts, advanced network protocols, and emerging technologies like mobile computing and wireless networks. Elective courses delve into large-scale network analysis, graph theory applications, and fault-tolerant distributed systems, providing a comprehensive understanding of the field.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Communication Networks Certificate program is a career-oriented program designed to meet the growing industry demand for qualified professionals in the field of computer network systems. It aims to provide working professionals with both a conceptual understanding and in-depth knowledge of the latest technologies in the field. The program covers a range of topics, from basic concepts like local area networks to advanced networking concepts like mobile wireless communication systems and networks.

Outline:

The program consists of the following courses:

• Required Courses:
• CSCI 8210 ADVANCED COMMUNICATIONS NETWORKS (3 credits):
This course delves into advanced communication network concepts, providing a comprehensive understanding of network protocols, routing algorithms, and network security.
• CSCI 8620 MOBILE COMPUTING AND WIRELESS NETWORKS (3 credits): This course focuses on the principles and technologies behind mobile computing and wireless networks, covering topics like cellular networks, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth.
• Electives:
• CSCI 8156 GRAPH THEORY & APPLICATIONS (3 credits): This course introduces graph theory and its applications in various fields, including network analysis, optimization, and social networks.
• CSCI 8610 FAULT TOLERANT DISTRIBUTED SYSTEMS (3 credits): This course examines the design and implementation of fault-tolerant distributed systems, covering topics like consensus algorithms, replication, and recovery mechanisms.
• Myoungkyu Song, PhD, Graduate Program Chair (GPC):
• Phone:
402.554.2077
• Emily Wiemers, Graduate Advisor:
• Phone:
402.554.3819
• Provisional Admission: Students who have not taken an undergraduate data structures course or an introductory communication networks course with a grade of "B-" or better in each course must do so before they can continue in the program.
• Certificate Completion: Students should apply for the certificate through MavLINK on or before the posted deadline during the semester they expect to complete the program.
• Awarding of Graduate Certificates: The Office of Graduate Studies will mail the certificate to students once all requirements are completed and all obligations to the university are satisfied.