Modelling and Performance
Module code: ECS660U
Credits: 15.0
Semester: SEM2
Contact: Dr Athen Ho Ma
The target technological systems will include:
- example forms of networked systems and technology, including networked systems in the natural sciences
- microprocessor based systems
- call centre based systems
- packet network based systems
Once adequate modelling has been achieved, the key numerical metrics can be evaluated; this is the 'performance' aspect of the module, and involves the use of network science, Markov chains, probability theory, reliability theory, system simulation.
This course covers 2 main areas:
The first half of the module provides a detailed introduction to the fundamental ideas in network science: graph theory, network metrics, network models, network robustness.
The second half of the module develops probabilistic solutions to the problems associated with the performance evaluation of electronics-based systems. Topics are: Review of probability theory, Markov chains and queueing models for computers and networks, Traffic theory, fundamentals of simulation for electronics-based systems, call centre modelling, reliability theory for electrical and electronic engineering and computer science systems.
Connected course(s): UDF DATA
Assessment: 60.0% Examination, 40.0% Coursework
Level: 6