CECS Professional Skills Mapping

COMP6310 — Systems, Networks and Concurrency

Note: information provided here is indicative only. For full and current course information view the official page on P&C.

code:	COMP6310
name:	Systems, Networks and Concurrency
unit value:	6
description:	This course is based on the foundations set by the previous course on computer organisation. It expands particularly into all forms of concurrent programming including aspects of massively parallel programming. This course introduces all basic mechanisms to analyse, design, and manage concurrent, single computer-node (multicore) as well as distributed applications (e.g. as performance or dependability enhancements). Following on from the previous course, the fields of operating systems and networking will also be expanded on. On the operating system side aspects of security, scheduling algorithms and memory management are discussed. More specific networking aspects follow on from message passing as a core concurrency construct. These include the basics of routing and dependable protocols.
P&C:	https://programsandcourses.anu.edu.au/course/COMP6310
course learning outcomes:	Model, design and program concurrent systems. Select appropriate modeling techniques, tools and mechanisms to solve a range of problems in concurrent and distributed systems. This includes the appropriate programming language and runtime environment for the task at hand. Analyse and debug concurrent programs. Understand the aspects of an operating system concerning scheduling, protection and memory management. Employ message passing locally and over networks to construct distributed systems Distinguish as well as connect conceptual concurrency with physical parallelism at all levels of a distributed system. Identify core aspects of operating systems and networks irrespective of the specific system at hand.
assessment:	Assignment 1 (15%) Assignment 2 (15%) Mid-semester Exam (15%) Final Exam (55%)

Mapped learning outcomes

learning outcome	1. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL BASE						2. ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY				3. PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES						assessment tasks
learning outcome	1.1	1.2	1.3	1.4	1.5	1.6	2.1	2.2	2.3	2.4	3.1	3.2	3.3	3.4	3.5	3.6	1	2	3	4
Model, design and program concurrent systems.			✓						✓								✓	✓	✓	✓
Select appropriate modeling techniques, tools and mechanisms to solve a range of problems in concurrent and distributed systems. This includes the appropriate programming language and runtime environment for the task at hand.								✓									✓	✓	✓	✓
Analyse and debug concurrent programs.			✓					✓									✓	✓	✓	✓
Understand the aspects of an operating system concerning scheduling, protection and memory management.		✓					✓											✓	✓	✓
Employ message passing locally and over networks to construct distributed systems		✓						✓										✓	✓	✓
Distinguish as well as connect conceptual concurrency with physical parallelism at all levels of a distributed system.		✓						✓										✓	✓	✓
Identify core aspects of operating systems and networks irrespective of the specific system at hand.		✓																✓	✓	✓

Course contribution towards the Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard

This table depicts the relative contribution of this course towards the Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard. Note that this illustration is indicative only, and may not take into account any recent changes to the course. You are advised to review the official course page on P&C for current information..

1. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL BASE
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
2. ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
3. PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6

Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard — summary

1. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL BASE
	1.1	Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline.
✓	1.2	Conceptual understanding of the, mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline.
✓	1.3	In depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
	1.4	Discernment of knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline.
	1.5	Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.
	1.6	Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the engineering discipline.
2. ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY
✓	2.1	Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
✓	2.2	Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources.
✓	2.3	Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes.
	2.4	Application of systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects.
3. PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
	3.1	Ethical conduct and professional accountability.
	3.2	Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
	3.3	Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
	3.4	Professional use and management of information.
	3.5	Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.
	3.6	Effective team membership and team leadership.

Updated: 18 February 2021/ Responsible Officer: Dean, CECS/ Page Contact: CECS Academic Education Services