COMPSCI 4E03 - Performance Analysis of Computer Systems

3 unit(s)

Use of queuing models and simulation to predict computer system performance and find bottlenecks in a system. Types of models, distributions. Markov models. Modelling storage and network behaviour, locks, critical sections, concurrency. Introduction to analytical system reliability.
Three lectures, one tutorial (one hour); second term
Prerequisite(s): One of STATS 2D03, 2MA3, 3N03 or 3Y03
Antirequisite(s): SFWRENG 4E03. Not open to students in a Software Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering program.
Cross-list(s): SFWRENG 4E03