Distributed Systems Design

2020/2021

Prerequisite/Recommended prerequisite for participation in the module

Builds on knowledge obtained during the 1st semester

Content, progress and pedagogy of the module

Learning objectives

Knowledge

  • system design methodologies within distributed systems in general
  • major performance measures in distributed systems
  • design choices w.r.t. how architecture, topology and technology influence various performance measures, including among others location-based services

Skills

  • demonstrate understanding at analysis level of system design methodologies within distributed systems in general, and understanding at synthesis level of selected design methodologies.
  • demonstrate understanding at analysis level of major performance measures in distributed systems of various scales.
  • explain design choices wrt architecture, topology and technology, and be able to analyze how this influence various performance measures.

Competences

  • undertake the construction of well-functioning distributed systems and associated communication facilities

Type of instruction

Types of instruction are listed at the start of ยง17; Structure and contents of the programme.

Exam

Prerequisite for enrollment for the exam

  • An approved PBL competency profile is a prerequisite for participation in the project exam

Exams

Name of examDistributed Systems Design
Type of exam
Oral exam based on a project
ECTS15
Assessment7-point grading scale
Type of gradingExternal examination
Criteria of assessmentThe criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination Policies and Procedures

Facts about the module

Danish titleDesign af distribuerede systemer
Module codeESNNDSK2P1
Module typeProject
Duration1 semester
SemesterSpring
ECTS15
Language of instructionEnglish
Empty-place SchemeYes
Location of the lectureCampus Aalborg
Responsible for the module

Organisation

Study BoardStudy Board of Electronics and IT
DepartmentDepartment of Electronic Systems
FacultyTechnical Faculty of IT and Design