- Course Code
- CS 3517
- Credit Points
- 15
- Course Coordinator
- Dr M Kollingbaum
Pre-requisites
Notes
(i) Assistive technologies may be required for any student who is unable to use a standard keyboard/mouse/computer monitor. Any students wishing to discuss this further should contact the School Disability Co-ordinator. (ii) Non-graduating students would require the following background/experience: intermediate level Java programming experience; knowledge of database principles including SQL.
Overview
- Introduction to Distributed Systems.
- Programming with Distributed Objects: Java RMI; Object Serialization; Managing Multiple Threads of Control; Security Policies; Multi-Tier Client-Server Systems.
- Programming with Distributed Data Sources: Transactions and Concurrency Control; Distributed Transactions; Replication; Fault-Tolerant Systems.
- Security in Distributed Systems: Cryptography, Authentication, Digital Signatures and Certificates, SSL, Firewalls.
Structure
Four hours per week: 2 one-hour lectures, 1 two-hour practical.
Assessment
1st Attempt: 1 two-hour written examination (75%); continuous assessment (25%).
Resit: 1 two-hour written examination (75%); continuous assessment mark carried forwards (25%).
Only the marks obtained on the first attempt can be used for Honours classification.
Formative Assessment
During lectures, the Personal Response System and/or other ways of student interaction will be used for formative assessment. Additionally, practical sessions will provide students with practice opportunities and formative assessment.
Feedback
Formative feedback for in-course assessments will be provided in written form. Additionally, formative feedback on performance will be provided informally during practical sessions.