Module 23636 (2013)

Module Description - Operating Systems with C/C++

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Module TitleOperating Systems with C/C++
SchoolComputer Science
Module Code06-23636
DescriptorCOMP/06-23636/LH
Member of StaffEike Ritter
LevelH
Credits20
Semester1
Pre-requisites19343, 06-19321 (Software System Components) (or equivalent)
Co-requisitesNone
RestrictionsMay not be taken by anyone who has taken or is taking 06-23635 (Operating Systems with C/C++ (Extended)).
Contact hours56
Delivery3 hours of lectures per week, 2 hours of lab work per week
DescriptionThis module gives a practical insight into modern operating systems, reinforcing the theory (e.g. architecture, scheduling, memory management, synchronisation) through practical exercises (e.g. system-level C/C++ programming, building and packaging software, kernel-level development).
Outcomes
On successful completion of this module, the student should be able to:Assessed by:
describe the general role of an OS and understand prevalent OS architectures Examination, Continuous Assessment
for a given set of problems, conduct a suitable decomposition into processes and threads Examination, Continuous Assessment
comprehend, write, build, and package system- and kernel-level code written in C/C++ Examination, Continuous Assessment
demonstrate an understanding of the process of kernel development, such as kernel compilation and module development Examination, Continuous Assessment
devise appropriate security mechanisms in a given situation and demonstrate an understanding of the role an operating system can and should play in establishing security Examination, Continuous Assessment
AssessmentSessional: 1.5 hour examination (80%), continuous assessment (20%)
Supplementary (where allowed): 100% examination
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