Springfield: Introduction to Telecommunications
The Springfield: Introduction to Telecommunications course provides students
with fundamental concepts and applications of a modern telecommunications
network. The student should learn how circuit-switched calls travel through a
switched network, how digital transmission increases network capacity, how
switches communicate, and about the equipment required or available in
businesses of various sizes. This course provides a solid foundation of
telecommunications knowledge and prepares the student for more technically
challenging courses.
ADDITIONAL SOFTWARE OR HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS:
Pentium 233 or equivalent computer, with a minimum of 32 MB (48 MB recommended with NT) of memory running Windows(R) 95, 98, 2000, or Windows NT(R) 4.0.
Internet Explorer 5.0 or greater, Netscape Communicator (Navigator) 4.75 or greater (version 6.0 excluded).
Minimum resolution of 800 x 600 with 256 colors (1024 x 768 with 64K or high color recommended).
16-bit sound card with speakers.
A minimum of 56K internet connection.
Windows MediaPlayer and/or Macromedia Flash 5.0 are required to use this product.
Course length: 6 hours
Course ID:
WRA-3500-90 |
Subscription Duration:
90 days
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$US
395.00 |
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Languages Offered |
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This course is currently available in English only.
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Who Can Benefit |
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Students who can benefit from this course are those individuals who need a solid foundation of basic knowledge in telecommunications.
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Prerequisites |
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To succeed fully in this course, students should be able to:
None
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Skills Gained |
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Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:
Explain the switching process in completing a callDescribe various transmission systemsUnderstand the different types of network signalingIdentify the various types of customer premises equipment
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Related Courses |
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NoneAfter: WRA-1250: Understanding the Basics of Wireless Communications After: WRA-1050: Understanding the Basics of Data CommunicationsAfter: WRA-2550: Understanding Emerging Wireless Technologies
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Course Content |
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Course MapNavigation Instructions
Making a Local CallMaking a Call through a DLCSMaking a Call Between Two Local SwitchesA Tandem Switched NetworkBypassing a Tandem SwitchCalling Outside the NetworkAlternative Routing
Module 3: Transmission Systems
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Analog and Digital SignalsHandling Multiple CallsAccess with the Digital HierarchyUsing SONET in a BackboneAccess with ISDNAccess with DSLAccess with a Cable NetworkAccess with Wireless Systems
Module 4: Network Control
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Network Signaling for a Local CallNetwork Signaling through a PBXMaking a Long Distance CallSS7 and Local Number Portability
Module 5: Customer Premises Equipment
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Voice and Data for a Small OfficeVoice for Business SettingsData for Large BusinessesUsing the Internet for Voice
Course MapTopic Review Instructions |
