System Software (11489.1)
Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
---|---|---|
View teaching periods | On-campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Science And Technology |
Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
Academic Program Area - Technology | Level 3 - Undergraduate Advanced Unit | Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 3 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
This unit may be cotaught with 8935 Systems Software G.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Describe the structures and implementation of modern operating systems by using the concepts of processes, threads, mutual exclusion, scheduling, virtual memory systems, I/O and file systems, network, and security;
2. Explain the role of an operating system plays in managing the hardware resources and software applications of a computer system;
3. Analyse and evaluate the factors which impact on the performance of a computer system;
4. Apply mutual exclusion theory and principles in concurrent programming;
5. Undertake basic system administration tasks for commonly used operating systems; and
6. Further strengthen important generic skills, such as communication, analysis and inquiry, problem solving, independent and group working, and professionalism and social responsibility.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - take pride in their professional and personal integrity
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
2. UC graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
Prerequisites
7170 Software Technology 2Corequisites
None.Incompatible units
8935 Systems Software G.Equivalent units
7171 System SoftwareAssumed knowledge
None.Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
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2024 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 05 February 2024 | On-campus | Dr Yibe Alem |
2024 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 29 July 2024 | On-campus | Dr Yibe Alem |
2025 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 28 July 2025 | On-campus | Dr Yibe Alem |
Required texts
"Operating Systems Internals and Design Principles" by William Stallings, 8th/9th Edition, ISBN: 9781292061351 / ISBN: 9781292214290
Submission of assessment items
Extensions & Late submissions
Submissions are through Canvas (http://uclearn.canberra.edu.au/) only. No other forms of submission will be accepted.
If a student chooses to submit his/her assignment via the Internet from off-campus, it is the responsibility of the student to guarantee the accessibility of the Internet. Not being able to access the Internet at a location which is off-campus is not an excuse for extension.
Special assessment requirements
An aggregate mark of 50% is required to pass the unit.
The final marks of a student are calculated by the following formula, and the final grade of a student is determined according to the following table.
Final marks (100%) = Engagement (20%) + Quiz 1 (5%) + Quiz 2 (10%) + Quiz 3 (15%) + Collaborative Task /Group Assignment (50%)
85 <= Final marks <= 100 |
Final grade = HD |
75 <= Final marks < 85 |
Final grade = DI |
65 <= Final marks < 75 |
Final grade = CR |
50 <= Final marks < 65 |
Final grade = P |
0 <= Final marks < 50 |
Final grade = FAIL (NX, NS, NC or NN) |
The unit convenor reserves the right to question students on any of their submitted work for moderation and academic integrity purposes, which may result in an adjustment to the marks awarded for a specific task.
Students must apply academic integrity in their learning and research activities at UC. This includes submitting authentic and original work for assessments and properly acknowledging any sources used.
Academic integrity involves the ethical, honest and responsible use, creation and sharing of information. It is critical to the quality of higher education. Our academic integrity values are honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility and courage.
UC students have to complete the Academic Integrity Module annually to learn about academic integrity and to understand the consequences of academic integrity breaches (or academic misconduct).
UC uses various strategies and systems, including detection software, to identify potential breaches of academic integrity. Suspected breaches may be investigated, and action can be taken when misconduct is found to have occurred.
Information is provided in the Academic Integrity Policy, Academic Integrity Procedure, and University of Canberra (Student Conduct) Rules 2023. For further advice, visit Study Skills.
Learner engagement
Activities |
hours |
Lectures |
24 |
Tute/lab: 2 hours per tute/lab |
22 |
Weekly study commitment (preview and review): 2 hours/week |
24 |
Preparation for 3 Quizzes |
34 |
Collaborative Task (Group Assignment): 40 hours |
40 |
Evaluation Quiz (preparation + attempt) |
6 |
Total |
150 |
Participation requirements
Your participation in both class and online activities will enhance your understanding of the unit content. Lack of participation may result in your inability to satisfactorily pass assessment items as well as not achieving engagement marks.
Required IT skills
A basic understanding of computer systems, hardware and software, and programming is required.
In-unit costs
Textbook purchase and some printing costs are anticipated.
Work placement, internships or practicums
None
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