Network Performance - Micro-Credential

This micro-credential introduces students to advanced network performance concepts. The students will be reminded of the OSI and the TCP/IP models and basic network-related protocol aspects. They will be introduced to Quality of Service and Network Performance metrics as well as to Quality of Experience and Quality of Perception as metrics to assess the quality of data delivery. Various novel and existing network protocols at network and transport network layers will be introduced and their performance-related characteristics will be discussed. These protocols will be classified based on the layers of the OSI stack they operate at and include: IPv4, IPv6, TCP, SCTP, DCCP, RTP, RTCP, etc. At application layer, multimedia and gaming applications will be discussed in the context of real-time content delivery, along with other application types. Adaptive and non-adaptive content delivery solutions will be presented along with significant issues such as end-user perceived quality. Modeling and simulation with the goal of assessing network performance will be introduced with focus on the application layer. Java development with focus on performance of transport and application layer network protocols will be performed. Novel performance-related issues in the context of mobility, power consumption and security will be discussed.

Computer Sciences or other Cognate/Engineering Disciplines. Applications are also invited from diverse educational and/or employment backgrounds, with applications evaluated on a case-by-case basis.



And also to indicate the required documentation:



Please provide Academic Transcripts for final year of study where appropriate (English translation)

All applicants must submit a copy of their passport

Please upload a CV

If applicable, evidence of competence in the English language as per DCU entry requirements.

Closing date for applications: 16th August 2024

12 weeks, blended.