KF5004 - Advanced Operating Systems 1

What will I learn on this module?

The lectures covering the theoretical/standards components of network services and functionality and how they map to a business infrastructure.
The Seminars will cover the current operating systems support for these protocols and services and allow the student to implement these services/facilities and apply them to business needs with a theoretical underpinning.
This module aims to provide an experience in the practical use and application of an operating system in a network environment to provide the essential services required for a commercial organisation.
This module will allow the student to develop skills in the configuration of an operating systems in a networked environment.
The module provides an opportunity for the student to develop an appreciation of services and the practical skills required for developing and deploying network services into a corporate infrastructure.

How will I learn on this module?

The module will be taught as a combination of lectures and seminars.
The lectures covering the theoretical/standards components of network services and functionality and how they map to a business.
The Seminars will cover the current operating systems support for these protocols and services and allow the student to implement these services/facilities and apply them to business needs with a theoretical underpinning.

How will I be supported academically on this module?

You will be supported by laboratory supervision and by being direction to suitable white papers and textbooks.

What will I be expected to read on this module?

All modules at Northumbria include a range of reading materials that students are expected to engage with. The reading list for this module can be found at: http://readinglists.northumbria.ac.uk
(Reading List service online guide for academic staff this containing contact details for the Reading List team – http://library.northumbria.ac.uk/readinglists)

What will I be expected to achieve?

Knowledge & Understanding:
1. Select appropriate features of an operating system for computer network implementation.

Intellectual / Professional skills & abilities:
2. Justify the integration of network services at the intranet and internet level for a commercial organisation.
3. Configure networking functions such as, web servers, DNS, file sharing and databases.

Personal Values Attributes (Global / Cultural awareness, Ethics, Curiosity) (PVA):
4. Appreciate the impact of network services for both local and global implementations.

How will I be assessed?

Summative assessment will be an assignment covering the theoretical aspects and configuration of networking technologies to show an understanding of current trends in network services deployment.

The configuration component will be drawn from practical work that they must complete in the lab. (The assessment will cover all MLO's)

The feedback will then be via a rubric based feedback sheet.

Pre-requisite(s)

None

Co-requisite(s)

None

Module abstract

1. Students will be expected to research current publications on network protocols and network services
2. Students will be taught specific aspects of network operating system.
3. Directed learning will direct students towards specific standards (ietf standards RFC's) and texts.
4. The students will be required to produce a technical report that is specifically focused towards the subject area.

Course info

UCAS Code GF44

Credits 20

Level of Study Undergraduate

Mode of Study 3 years full-time or 4 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad

Department Computer and Information Sciences

Location City Campus, Northumbria University

City Newcastle

Fee Information

Module Information

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Full time Courses starting in 2023 are primarily delivered via on-campus face to face learning but may include elements of online learning. We continue to monitor government and local authority guidance in relation to Covid-19 and we are ready and able to flex accordingly to ensure the health and safety of our students and staff.

Contact time is subject to increase or decrease in line with additional restrictions imposed by the government or the University in the interest of maintaining the health and safety and wellbeing of students, staff, and visitors, potentially to a full online offer, should further restrictions be deemed necessary in future. Our online activity will be delivered through Blackboard Ultra, enabling collaboration, connection and engagement with materials and people.

 

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