Module 26255 (2013)
Syllabus page 2013/2014
06-26255
MSc Operating Systems and Networks
Level 4/M C
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Outline
This module introduces the foundations of Operating Systems and Network technologies. In addition the module provides opportunity for hands-on lab sessions of learning about a selection of essential Operating Systems and Network skills.
Aims
The aims of this module are to:
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Learning Outcomes
| On successful completion of this module, the student should be able to: | Assessed by: | |
| 1 | Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental concepts and issues involved in OS and networking of IP-based systems | To be confirmed |
| 2 | Interact and manage an Operating System | To be confirmed |
| 3 | Demonstrate an understanding of the challenges involved in the design of Distributed Systems in general and main methods of addressing them | To be confirmed |
| 4 | Explain Transport Layer protocols and their differences | To be confirmed |
| 5 | Understand the basics and practical issues and architectures involving in important Application Layer protocols | To be confirmed |
| 6 | Demonstrate practical understanding of the theoretical foundations of Operating Systems and Distributed Systems | To be confirmed |
| 7 | Demonstrate the ability to analyse and understand a new technology or emerging technique | To be confirmed |
Restrictions, Prerequisites and Corequisites
Restrictions:
None
Prerequisites:
None
Co-requisites:
06-21978 (ICY: Introduction to Computer Science) and N0126
Teaching
Teaching Methods:
Lectures and assisted lab sessions
Contact Hours:
Assessment
- Sessional: 1.5 hr examination (80%), continuous assessment (20%).
- Supplementary (where allowed): 1.5 hr examination (100%)
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Detailed Syllabus
Last updated: 23 August 2013
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