Prerequisite Modules
Description
This course provides an introduction
to issues relating to the integration of diverse computer systems in a
modern networking environment. The course focuses on integration of
key services including Authentication, Authorization, Accounting,
Naming Services, Storage, Printing and the Integration of access to
Database Servers from diverse platforms. The module is structured to
cover both theory and practical experience of Systems Integration
Issues.
Aims
To provide the learner with a
working knowledge of and practical experience of the installation and
configuration of software systems to integrate diverse computer
applications running on a range of platforms.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this
module, the student will be able to describe and configure the
software systems available for integration of diverse computer
systems.
Learning and Teaching Methods
Lectures, self-study, labs,
tutorials, and any combination of discussion, case study,
problem-solving exercises, readings, seminars, and computer-based
learning.
Content
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Systems Integration
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Authentication mechanisms
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Authorization mechanisms
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Accounting mechanisms
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Naming Services
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Storage Services
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Printing Services
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Database Services and Database
Interface mechanisms
Assessment
The methods of assessment to be
used to measure the learning objectives stated above are written
examination and continuous assessment including one or more of
assignment, essay, problem-solving exercise, oral presentation, and
class or lab tests.
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Continuous Assessment: 60%
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Examination: 40%
Recommended
Reading
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BELLOMO, M. M., James. (2000).
Network and System Integration for Dummies, John Wiley & Sons.
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BRUNSON, R. (2001). Linux and
Windows 2000 Integration Toolkit, John Wiley & Sons.
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HARVEL, L., WEBB, David., FLYNN,
Steven., WHITEHURST, Todd. (2000). The UNIX and Windows 2000
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Handbook: Planning, Integration
and Administration, Prentice Hall PTR.
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MAHMOUD, Q., H. (2004). Middleware
for Communications, John Wiley & Sons.
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RUSSEL, C., CRAWFORD, Sharon.,
GEREND, Jason. (2004). Windows Small Business Server 2003. Redmond,
Washington, Microsoft Press.
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SHAH, R. D., Thomas (2000). UNIX(r)
and Windows 2000(r) Integration Toolkit: A Complete Guide for System
Administrators and Developers, John Wiley & Sons.
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TERPSTRA, J. H., VERNOIJ, Jelmer
R. (2003). The Official Samba-3 HOWTO and Reference Guide, Prentice
Hall, PTR.
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WATTERS, D. P. A. (2005). Solaris
10, The Complete Reference. Emeryville, California, McGraw
Hill/Osborne.
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