CST 1400 — Telecommunications I
Telecommunications I will provide students with a broad overview of the telecommunications industry. Including knowledge and understanding of telecommunications history, terminology, tools, cable types, wiring components, basic fiber, coaxial cable, connector types, and basic telecommunications networks. This course prepares the student to be able to identify various equipment and technology in the inside and outside telecommunications plant, including wireless and cellular networks. Some of the latest technologies, including devices associated with the Internet of things are introduced in this course. Students will look at the various careers in telecommunications and future industry trends.