Master of Science in Telecommunications
Master global telecom systems. Learn the latest technology, standards and techniques
The Master of Science in Telecommunications (MSTC) provides a thorough knowledge base for managers and technology professionals concerned with the design, development, implementation, operation, and management of telecommunications. The specialization provides students with a practical understanding of the principles of networking, satellites, signal processing, and microelectronics. The MSTC also introduces students to the ethical, legal, and policy issues associated with telecommunications. Graduates with a Masters in Telecommunications can be equipped for telecommunication management and can design, deploy, and test complete telecommunications systems, in addition to understanding how to select the latest telecommunication technology, standards, and techniques. The program helps graduates prepare for a professional career in telecommunications technology & management as a telecommunications engineer, telecommunications manager, or Chief Technical Officer. The MSTC degree program includes core technology requirements and elective requirements. Individuals who are looking for a computer engineering university may benefit from our Master of Science in Telecommunications program. Request more information from Stratford today.
Telecommunications Program Requirements and Online Options
Students interested in telecommunications technology & management can complete the program through classroom instruction at our locations in Virginia, online instruction, or a combination of both.
| Credits Required | Number of Classes |
|---|
| Core Component |
31.5 |
7 |
| Electives |
22.5 |
5 |
| Total Required for Graduation |
54 |
12 |
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Core Requirements
Quantitative Foundations for Telecommuni
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
The course provides the quantitative foundations of mathematical and electrical concepts in modern telecommunications. Topics include polynomials, exponentials, linear algebra, complex analysis, differential equations, numerical analysis, quadratic equations, graph theory, trigonometric functions, radial measure and sine/cosine functions, exponentials and logarithms, basic probability and statistics, fundamentals of matrix algebra and vectors, basic Boolean logic; circuit elements (resistor, capacitor, inductor), basic electrical circuits, units, Ohm’s law, Kirchhoff’s law, decibel notation. Prerequisite: None.
CIS510
Quantitative Foundations for Telecommuni
4.5
Wireless Telecommunications
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course concentrates on developing a fundamental understanding of international wireless networks. Both fixed and mobile systems are addressed from a practical design and implementation point of view. This course considers propagation effects for outdoor and indoor systems, modulation technologies, data encoding, antenna design, cellular layout, and the design of personal communications devices. Particular emphasis is placed on new Low Earth Orbit (LEOs) Satellites and other technologies emphasizing wireless communications. Prerequisite: None.
CIS520
Wireless Telecommunications
4.5
Digital Communications
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course concentrates on digital communications techniques as utilized in present and future systems. An emphasis is placed on analog to digital conversions, digital sampling techniques, digital modulation and transmission, multiplexing and coding techniques. The uses of Laplace, Z transforms and discrete-time systems are covered. Power spectral density analysis, coherent and non-coherent modulation are important topics. Realization of digital transmission techniques and medium as well as spread spectrum are covered. Satellite communications and multiple access techniques are also important topics. Prerequisite: None.
CIS530
Digital Communications
4.5
Signal Processing
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course emphasizes topics involved with digital signal processing. Topics include digital sampling and filtering techniques. The use of Laplace and Z transforms will be covered. Other topics include discrete time systems, frequency analysis, and design of digital filters. Additional topics covered are discrete and fast Fourier transform, power spectral estimation, and adaptive filters. An emphasis is placed on designing digital filters for communications processing. Prerequisite: None.
CIS540
Signal Processing
4.5
Wireless/Fixed Hybrid Networks
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course emphasizes the design and implementation of wireless/fixed networks needed to deliver wireless access to customers. Topics covered include: cellular interfaces to wire line networks, access to the internet, network management, transmission systems, and internet protocols. The designing of networks including traffic analysis, handoffs, and multiplexing of U.S., European, Asian and Canadian systems are considered. Prerequisite: None.
CIS550
Wireless/Fixed Hybrid Networks
4.5
Research Methods
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
The course focuses on methods for the conduct of research and development projects. Specifically, students learn about the scientific method, as well as research/design requirements and objectives. Course work involves qualitative, quantitative, and case studies; performance metrics; design procedures and control; sources of error and bias. In addition, evaluation tools and formal validation methods are discussed. Prerequisite: None.
EBM502
Research Methods
4.5
Software Engineering Capstone
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course provides experience in applying software-engineering techniques by giving the students an opportunity to produce software when working in teams under the schedule constraints commonly experienced in industry. As a component of the course, the instructor will emulate the vagueness shown by typical customers in describing requirements. The instructor serves as a guide and mentor, not as a traditional teacher. This course can only be taken during the last quarter of the degree program. With permission of the instructor or the Dean, Curricular Practical Training (CPT) may be used to satisfy some requirements of this course. Prerequisite: None.
SOF590
Software Engineering Capstone
4.5
Elective Requirements
Student must choose five (5) from the following courses.
Satellite Communications
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
The topics included in this course consider the latest digital communications techniques as related to satellite. The design, fabrication, and launching techniques are understood through concepts such as weight power and on board payload design; Propagation effects and path calculations are discussed. Other topics include TDMA/CDMA multiplexing for networks and , Bit error performance for various modulation techniques, and network management and synchronization. Advanced topics such as Very Small Aperture Terminals (VSAT) and Low Earth Orbit (LEO) systems are introduced. Prerequisites: Prerequisite: CIS 530 or Permission of the Dean.
CIS560
Satellite Communications
4.5
Fiber Optic Communications
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
The theory and practical implementation of fiber optic systems are addressed. Topics related to electromagnetic transmission over fiber are considered. The design and fabrication of fiber strands will be explored. Implementations of wide band systems using fiber are addressed. Wave Division Multiplexing and Dense Wave Division Multiplexing (DWDM) as well as SONET are addressed. Designs using single and multimode systems are included. Prerequisite: CIS 530 or Permission of the Dean..
CIS570
Fiber Optic Communications
4.5
Data Networking
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
The topics in this course include: data communications, data Link control, data encoding, Wide Area Networks, Local Area Networks, Network Protocols (TCP/IP) and Security related to the Internet. Communications Architecture considering the seven layer protocol system will be addressed. Other topics will be: Circuit and Packet Switching, Frame Relay and Asynchronous Transfer (ATM). Network Management using SNMP will be covered. Understanding of the design and implementation of the Internet will be emphasized. Prerequisite: CIS 530 or Permission of the Dean.
CIS580
Data Networking
4.5
Voice over IP
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course will discuss transmission of Voice over a Packet Switched Network; The students is this course will deal with typical VoIP network scenarios such as campus and multi-site private networks. Communications Protocols for VoIP such as RTP and RTCP will be discussed in detail. In addition, topics such as security and quality issues will also be discussed. Prerequisite: None.
CIS585
Voice over IP
4.5
Broadband Networking
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course will emphasize Telecommunications techniques need to communicate at very wide bandwidths. Topics will include transmission and modulation techniques related to communicating at bandwidths of 1.5 Mbps or greater, up to terabits. The consideration of ISDN, Frame Relay and ATM techniques will be addressed. The use of wide band LANs and WANS will be considered. The use of Fiber Optics and Satellites for broadband communications will be addressed. Topics including Digital Subscriber Line (DSL), Cable systems and Microwave based systems will be covered. Prerequisite: None.
CIS590
Broadband Networking
4.5
Telecommunications Applications Architec
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course will emphasize topics related to Telecommunications applications. Specific topics to be covered are: Video conferencing over Networks, Picture Processing, Video & Audio streaming, Video over Web-enabled Networks. The discussion of mathematical techniques for data compression and picture enhancement will be covered. Three dimensional Image analysis and transmission of data with low signal to Noise ratios will be discussed. Prerequisite: None.
CIS620
Telecommunications Applications Architec
4.5
Network Security
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
Security concepts needed for the design, use, and implementation of secure voice and data communications networks, including the Internet, are introduced. The course provides an overview of networking technology and standards including an introduction to the Internet communications protocols. Specific security subjects addressed include firewalls, packet filtering, virtual private networks (VPNs), wireless network security, and operating system security. Prerequisite: None.
SOF570
Network Security
4.5
Internet Protocols
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course discusses protocol specifications and formal description methods, finite-state descriptions of internet protocols, specification and description language, and implementation of protocol specification. Prerequisite: None.
SOF575
Internet Protocols
4.5
Current Topics in Software Engineering I
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course addresses current topics in the software engineering field. Course topics vary. Check with the department for details. Prerequisite: Approval of the Dean.
SOF595
Current Topics in Software Engineering I
4.5
Current Topics in Software Engineering 2
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course addresses current topics in the software engineering field. Course topics vary. Check with the department for details. Prerequisite: Approval of the Dean.
SOF596
Current Topics in Software Engineering 2
4.5
Current Topics in Software Engineering 3
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course addresses current topics in the software engineering field. Course topics vary. Check with the department for details. Prerequisite: Approval of the Dean.
SOF597
Current Topics in Software Engineering 3
4.5
Current Topics in Software Engineering 4
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course addresses current topics in the software engineering field. Course topics vary. Check with the department for details. Prerequisite: Approval of the Dean.
SOF598
Current Topics in Software Engineering 4
4.5
Project Management
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
The course focuses on the effective organization of projects, tracking of costs and time expenditures, management of quality and risks, evaluation of human resources requirements, and the overcoming of potential obstacles. Prerequisite: None.
EBM680
Project Management
4.5
Curricular Practical Training
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
Allows a student to enrich the learning experience in their chosen career area and enhance their career development. Provides a three-way cooperative educational partnership among student, employer, and Stratford University with each sharing responsibility through a part-time (maximum 20 hours per week) supervised work experience. Prerequisite: Permission of the Dean.
SOF599
Curricular Practical Training
4.5