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Module Title |
Introduction to Networks & Op Systems
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Module Code |
CA651
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School |
Computing
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Online Module Resources
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| Module Co-ordinator | Dr Mark Humphrys | Office Number | L2.25 |
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Level |
1
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Credit Rating |
7.5
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None
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Module Aims
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To introduce students to basic operating systems concepts, that is, the programs and data structures that allow other, specialised programs to run on the computer hardware without worrying about the details of that hardware. The introduction will be practical, with a focus on Linux
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Learning Outcomes
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Students will develop an understanding of the basis concepts involved in modern Operating systems and computer networks. The course will cover both theory and practice by exploring a number of operating systems such as Unix, Windows NT/2000/XP, RTOS and POSIX.The current set of Local Area Network and Internet Protocols are covered. An understanding of the issues of network management, device configuration and network monitoring are covered. Routing protocols such as RIPv1, RIPv2, OSPF and BGP are implemented on a practical level in the Internet labs for this course
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Indicative Time Allowances
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Hours
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Lectures |
36
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Tutorials |
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Laboratories |
24
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Seminars |
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Independent Learning Time |
52.5
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Total |
112.5
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NOTE
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Assume that a 7.5 credit module load represents approximately 112.5 hours' work, which includes all teaching, in-course assignments, laboratory work or other specialised training and an estimated private learning time associated with the module.
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Indicative Syllabus
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Operating Systems1. Operating systems design2. Processes, threads, Process lifecycle3. Introduction to scheduling, Concurrent programming4. Interprocess communication in Unix. Memory Management File systems I/O5. Distributed systems, Computer Networks6. History of the Internet7. OSI seven layer model, the TCP/IP four layer model8. Physical media, Ethernet, switching, cabling, Wifi9. IP, addressing, forwarding, fragmentation & reassembly, IP routing, RIPv1, RIPv2, OSPF, BGP
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| Assessment | | Continuous Assessment | 50% | Examination Weight | 50% |
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Indicative Reading List
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Recommended:Computer Networks & Internets (4th Ed), ISBN-10: 013123627XComputer networks, 4th Ed. Tanenbaum, Prentice Hall, ISBN: 0130661023Distributed Systems: Concepts & Design, Coulouris, Dollimore & Kindberg, Addison-Wesley 3rd Ed.Reference:Understanding the Linux Kernel, Daniel P. Bovet, Marco Cesati, O'Reilly & Associates, Sebastopol, CA, 2000 TCP/IP Illustrated, Volume 1. W Richard Stevens. Addison Wesley. ISBN 0201633469,Network Troubleshooting Tools, Sloan, O'Reilly UK; ISBN: 059600186X CCNA
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Programme or List of Programmes
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| BSSA | Study Abroad (DCU Business School) |
| BSSAO | Study Abroad (DCU Business School) |
| ECSA | Study Abroad (Engineering & Computing) |
| ECSAO | Study Abroad (Engineering & Computing) |
| GDF | Grad Diploma in Information Technology |
| HMSA | Study Abroad (Humanities & Soc Science) |
| HMSAO | Study Abroad (Humanities & Soc Science) |
| SHSA | Study Abroad (Science & Health) |
| SHSAO | Study Abroad (Science & Health) |
| Timetable this semester: Timetable for CA651 |
| Date of Last Revision | 28-NOV-08 |
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