Operating Systems (G6059)
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Operating Systems
Module G6059
Module details for 2024/25.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 5
Pre-Requisite
Further programming, Programming Concepts, Introduction to Computer Systems
Module Outline
This module studies the system-level structures that underpin operating systems.
Concepts covered will include:
• process and thread management
• CPU scheduling
• synchronisation primitives
• memory management
• I/O
• file systems
Library
Abraham Silberschatz, Peter B. Galvin, Greg Gagne, Operating System Concepts.
Module learning outcomes
Identify and understand the major components of a major modern operating system.
Describe the concepts of Processes and Threads and critically evaluate the different management techniques for these.
Describe the arrangement of memory in modern operating systems, including the use of virtual memory.
Describe the common methods of file management and give critical appraisals of the various methods used.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 50.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Project | T2 Week 9 | 100.00% |
| Multiple Choice questions | Semester 2 Assessment | 50.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Laboratory | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 22222222222 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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