Optimizing network latency, throughput, and reliability for high-demand applications.
About this course
NETW 3520 Network Performance Tuning focuses on the methods and tools used to optimize network latency, throughput, and reliability for high-demand applications. You will learn to identify bottlenecks, configure quality of service policies, and implement traffic shaping strategies to ensure efficient data flow across complex network infrastructures.
The course covers both theoretical concepts and practical applications, using industry-standard diagnostic tools to measure and improve network performance. You will work on real-world scenarios, analyzing traffic patterns and recommending solutions to enhance overall network efficiency.
Who takes this course
This course is an elective for students in the Network & Cloud Administration program. It is also open to students in other Computing & Information Technology programs who have completed the required prerequisites.
Prerequisites
- NETW 2780 Hardware Installation Practices
- NETW 4930 Enterprise Network Design
Credits: 3 · Hours: 45
Prerequisites
Learning outcomes
- Measure and interpret network latency, jitter, and packet loss using industry-standard diagnostic tools.
- Configure quality of service policies to prioritize traffic for latency-sensitive applications.
- Analyze bandwidth bottlenecks and implement traffic shaping strategies to improve throughput.
- Design redundancy protocols to enhance network reliability and minimize downtime.
- Evaluate network performance baselines and recommend hardware or configuration upgrades.
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Midterm exam | 30 |
| Performance tuning lab report | 25 |
| Final project: network optimization plan | 35 |
| Participation and quizzes | 10 |