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Continuing IT Training Program

Introduction to Telecommunications Systems

Program Overview
This course provides an introduction to key topics relating to both data and voice communication networks.  It covers essential baseline terminology and concepts related to physical, data link, and network layers.  This course does not provide direct audit, examination, or risk management guidance.

Key Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participant will be able to:

  • discuss transmission technologies such as T-1, SONET, and DSL;

  • describe telephone switching architecture;

  • explain LAN/WAN architecture;

  • identify wireless structures and services;

  • discuss the OSI Reference Model and its relevance to communication systems; and

  • apply this baseline knowledge to better understand how bank systems are connected.

Instructional Format
Facilitated classroom discussion and lectures.

Duration
Three days.

Level
Intermediate.

Target Audience
IT Subject Matter Experts and IT Examiners.

Prerequisites
Participant should have attended ITEC and all Basic Level courses.

Pre-Course Assignment
None.

Special Requirements
None.

Post Course Feedback
None.

Credits
None.

More Information
For more information concerning course content, please contact Jeff Kopchik (703) 254-0459 or regarding course administration contact Judy Long, (703) 516-5534.

 


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