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Telecommunications is a rapidly growing field. From the military communications networks of the early 1950s, telecommunications technology has evolved to find applications in almost all areas of modern society including, banking, reservation systems, office information systems, corporate networks and the Internet and World Wide Web. Recent challenges include gigabit optical networks, multimedia communications and wireless network access. The rapid evolution of telecommunications technology demands a broad educational background including today's technological breakthroughs. Polytechnic's master's program in telecommunication networks contains a wide variety of courses ranging from fundamental topics to recent technological advances.
The Master of Science in Telecommunication Networks trains students to understand, design, manage and operate telecommunication networks. The unique features of the program are an exceptionally wide range of course offerings in telecommunications and graduate laboratory courses in networking offering hands-on experience.
Admission Requirements:
Admission to the Master of Science in Telecommunication Networks Program requires an undergraduate degree in computer science, computer engineering or electrical engineering, with a superior undergraduate record from an accredited institution. The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is recommended. Applicants having comparable degrees in other fields will be considered for admission on an individual basis. Generally, entering students are expected to have a basic knowledge of computer fundamentals, such as programming in C++, data structures and computer architecture. Students having superior academic credentials but lacking sufficient background are admitted with conditional status pending satisfactory completion of several individually specified preparatory courses. These preparatory courses include CS 5303 Introduction to Programming, CS 5403 Data Structures and Algorithms. However, no credit will be allowed for any of the preparatory courses toward the degree.
Graduate Certificate in Telecommunication Network Management
The explosive growth of data networks has brought with it the need for effective network management. The widespread deployment of standards-based solutions (e.g., SNMP) is but a first step in dealing with the complexity of network management. A thorough knowledge of network protocols and network management standards is necessary for any practitioner in this area. The program consists of four required courses. This certificate can be finished partially or completely online.
Certificate in Cyber Security
As a National Security Agency designated Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance, Polytechnic is offering NSA-approved certificates in information assurance. The certificates are awarded to students who are pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, computer engineering, telecommunication or electrical engineering at the University and have completed specific course requirements.
For more information visit the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering website at www.poly.edu/ece/graduate/mstn
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