Operating Systems
About
The course focuses on the design and implementation of operating systems.
Topics covered include:
- concurrent processes
- resource management
- deadlocks
- memory management techniques
- virtual memory
- processor scheduling
- disk scheduling
- file systems
- distributed file systems
- micro kernels
- multiprocessor operating system issues and virtual machines
Examples or case-studies are provided for all the subjects covered during the course.
Prerequisites and selection
Entry requirements
Successfully completed courses corresponding to 60 credits of studies within the subject Computer Science, or equivalent, including the following courses:
- a 7.5credits course in machine oriented programming (e.g., DIT153 or equivalent),
- a 7.5credits course in data structures (e.g., DIT962 or equivalent),
- a 7.5credits course in programming (e.g., DIT441, DIT013 or equivalent).
Applicants must prove knowledge of English: English 6/English level 2 or the equivalent level of an internationally recognized test, for example TOEFL, IELTS.
Selection
Selection is based upon the number of credits from previous university studies, maximum 285 credits
