Dalhousie University Master of Engineering in Internetworking

Dalhousie University 

Master of Engineering in Internetworking

Contact Information:
1360 Barrington Street, Room A210
Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 1Z1 

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Programs Overview  

The Master of Engineering in Internetworking degree was introduced in 1997 as the first graduate program in the world dedicated to Internetworking. The Internetworking Program (INWK) is a course-based Master's degree that provides the theoretical background to analyze the shortcomings and strengths of network technologies, their continuing evolution, and the challenges that lie ahead for the industry. The program is designed to allow students to apply their knowledge and develop hands-on experience in a unique environment where they can analyze, test and integrate their knowledge, concepts and ideas through interactive learning. 

Highlights  

• INWK program developed in association with and supported by industry partners
• Complimentary self-training opportunities available in addition to degree program
• Facilities designed to serve the needs of students and industry
• Program emphasis on interdisciplinary knowledge, practical ability and individual strengths

Other Teaching Method  

Small research seminar 

Buildings & Resources  

The Internetworking program has fully equipped facilities, including a classroom and laboratory, equipment room, and program offices. The laboratory is organized to accommodate 35 students at workstations for laboratory work. The classroom is designed for lecture mode. The equipment room features 10 racks; 2 are the head-end and 8 contain the routing and switching equipment. The research lab is the home of the Advanced Internetworking Laboratory, a test be facility that will enable interdisciplinary research into converging communications and computing technologies. 

Nearest City  

Halifax 

Research Areas  

• Network security
• Network design
• Network technologies