Typical Course Sequences

The charts below show sample course sequences for students enrolled in the Master’s in Telecommunications Program. A significant number of other sequences are possible.  The program is designed to be flexible and aims to meet the needs of students. The program advisor will help you select a course sequence that fits your specific situation. Course descriptions can be found here. Refer to the Graduate Handbook for more information regarding degree requirements and registration policies.

For students focusing on careers in wireless or undecided students:

 

Semester One

ENTS 622

Digital Communications Systems

ENTS 640

Networks and Protocols I

ENTS 656

Introduction to Cellular Communications

Semester Two

ENTS 641

Networks and Protocols II

ENTS 632/625

Business Core I

ENTS

Elective

Semester Three

ENTS 630 

Business Core II

ENTS 635 

Business Core III

ENTS

Elective

Semester Four

ENTS 625/632

Business Core IV

(Optional) ENTS

Elective

 

For students focusing on careers in networking or computing:

 

Semester One

ENTS 622

Digital Communications Systems

ENTS 640

Networks and Protocols I

 ENTS 656/657 or ENTS630/635

Technical Core Selector or Business I

Semester Two

ENTS 641

Networks and Protocols II

ENTS 632/625

Business Core I or II

ENTS656 or  ENTS elective

Techinal Core Selector or elective

Semester Three

ENTS 630/635 

Business Core II or III

ENTS 630/635/ ENTS656/657/elective

Business Core III,  Technical Core, or Elective

ENTS

Elective

Semester Four

ENTS 625/632

Business Core IV

(Optional) ENTS

Elective

 

More Sample Sequences and Options Based on Placement Exam Results

There are many options possible depending on student situations. For example, students with restricted timelines can opt for an accelerated 3-semester schedule. Similarly, new students are strongly encouraged to take the  placement exams to determine if they may be exempt from two tehcnical core courses: ENTS622 and/or ENTS640.

Accelerated Three Semester Sequence

 

Semester One

ENTS 622

Digital Communications Systems

ENTS 640

Networks and Protocols I

 ENTS 656/657

Technical Core Selector

Semester Two

ENTS 641

Networks and Protocols II

ENTS 632

Business Core I

ENTS 625

Business Core II

ENTS

Elective

Semester Three

ENTS 630

Business Core III

ENTS 635

Business Core IV

ENTS

Elective

Sample First Semester Sequences for Students Exempt from BOTH 622 and 640

Option One for First Semester

ENTS 630 

Business Core I

ENTS 635 

Business Core II

ENTS 656/657 

Technical Core Selector

Option Two for First Semester

ENTS 630/635 

Business Core I

ENTS 656 

Technical Core Selector

ENTS

Elective

Sample First Semester Sequence for Students Exempt from EITHER 622 or 640

ENTS 622/640

(whichever is left)

ENTS 630/635 

Business Core I

ENTS 656/657

Technical Core Selector

 

Please see the registration policies for more information on registering and choosing classes. Students are encouraged to discuss their class choices with their academic advisor for further guidance.