CS 640, Spring 2025: Introduction to Computer Networks

Overview

This course is an introduction to computer networks and is suitable for undergraduates and beginning graduate students. The course will investigate computer networks and network protocols from both a conceptual and implementation standpoint. The primary focus of the course will be on fundational ideas, architecture, protocols and software used in networks that comprise the Internet. Expect us to cover the majority of the topics in the Peterson and Davie textbook (see details below). Major topics of this course will include:

General Information

Prerequisites: CS 400
Credits: 3
Lecture time: TuTh 2:30PM - 3:45PM
Location: Humanities 1111
Mailing List: compsci640-1-s25@g-groups.wisc.edu

Course Staff

Instructor

NameEmailOfficeOffice Hours
Ming Liu 7379, Computer Sciences Fr 1:30PM - 2:30PM, or by appointment

Teaching Assistants

NameEmailOfficeOffice Hours
Qianliang Wu 3248, Computer Sciences TuTh 11:00AM - 12:00PM

Course Policies

Collaboration: I encourage discussions with others in the class to clarify questions about lectures, labs, and others. Please use Piazza as the forum for all such discussions.
Incompletes: No Incompletes will be given.
Inclusion Statement: In our class we strive to create an environment where everyone willing to do their part can learn and thrive. You should always feel free to ask a question: asking and pondering questions is how we learn. Being confused is unfailingly an opportunity to advance our knowledge. Please, commit to helping create a climate where we treat everyone with dignity and respect. Listening to different viewpoints and approaches enriches our experience, and it is up to us to be sure others feel safe to contribute. Creating an environment where we are all comfortable learning is everyone's job: offer support and seek help from others if you need it, not only in class but also outside class while working with classmates.


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