Instructor's Web Site: http://cs.winona.edu/lin/

Course Description: Advanced topics in computer networking and telecommunications will be studied.  Emphasis will be on the TCP/IP Reference Model and the Internet. Course will also emphasize networking labs.  Students will gain experience with a protocol stack such as TCP/IP. Prerequisite: CS313 Introduction to Telecommunications and Networking and CS 375 Computer Systems.

Grading: Grades are based on the following categories: homework assignments and lab reports (30%), a project (25%); in-class quizzes (5%); and two exams (40%).  The course grade will be based on the total percentage of the items above, and
      A: 90% or above, with an average of 80% or better on each grading category
      B: 80% or above, with an average of 70% or better on each grading category
      C: 70% or above, with an average of 60% or better on each grading category
      D: 60% or above
      F: less than 60%

Lectures Notes
The lectures will utilize notes posted to the course website and written on the board in the class, and in-class discussions. Note that the set of notes posted to the website does not replace the lectures nor the textbook – its main purpose is to serve as the study guide. In particular, not everything discussed in the lectures is included in the notes. Similarly, not everything included in the notes will be discussed in the lectures.

User Group
The class user group serves as a major communication channel for the class. The instructor uses it to post announcements, course material updates, and other useful information. It is the student’s responsibility to check the user group regularly so that no important messages will be missed. Students are also encouraged to use the user group to share information and exchange ideas.

Homework Policy
1. Each homework assignment is due by the time and date specified on the assignment handout.
2. Late Work: Two late assignments will be accepted without penalty, and a late assignment should be handed in within a week. After the two late assignments, no additional late work will be given credit. The late policy is in place so that students will not be burdened to discuss each personal issue with the instructor. Thus, late assignments should be reserved for these types of situations. If a student has an issue that requires more than two late assignments, it is unlikely they will be successful in the course and they are encouraged to withdraw from the course.
3. Plagiarizing is absolutely prohibited and will result in a grade of F for the course according to the Computer Science Department's Collaboration Policy Form and Illegal Collaboration Policy.

Attendance Policy: You are expected to be present for all class meetings. You are expected to treat each other and your instructor politely and with respect. This includes turning off all cell phones (or muting them), participating in class, and arriving in a timely manner. Please note that personal conversations and using your computer performing tasks unrelated to class during lecture and lab time are distracting to your fellow students.

Student Responsibilities: You are responsible for what goes in the class, including obtaining lecture material, assignments and handouts, turning in assignments, and taking exams.  If you are unable to attend a class meeting, it is your responsibility to obtain class notes, assignments, and extra copies from your study partners, other students, or me; you may turn in assignments early or your study partners may turn them in for you on time.  If, due to extremely unusual circumstances, you are unable to take an exam at the scheduled time, the exam may be rescheduled, but it is your responsibility to arrange this with the instructor in advance as early as possible. An official documentation is required to justify taking an exam later than the scheduled time.

Commitment to Inclusive Excellence
WSU recognizes that our individual differences can deepen our understanding of one another and the world around us, rather than divide us. In this class, people of all ethnicities, genders and gender identities, religions, ages, sexual orientations, disabilities, socioeconomic backgrounds, regions, and nationalities are strongly encouraged to share their rich array of perspectives and experiences. If you feel your differences may in some way isolate you from WSU’s community or if you have a need of any specific accommodations, please speak with the instructor early in the semester about your concerns and what we can do together to help you become an active and engaged member of our class and community. The complete statement with resources is at Inclusive Excellence Statement.