Virtual Systems

Spring 2024 > Computer Related > MSIT.5190 > 031

Course No: MSIT.5190-031; SIS Class Nbr: 1427; SIS Term: 3330
Course Status: Open

Course Description

This course will investigate the current state of virtualization in computing systems. Virtualization at both the hardware and software levels will be examined, with emphasis on the hypervisor configurations of systems such as Vmware, Zen and Hyper-V. The features and limitations of virtual environments will be considered, along with several case studies used to demonstrate the configuration and management of such systems. Para-virtualized software components will be analyzed and their pros and cons discussed. Processor and peripheral support for virtualization will also be examined, with a focus on emerging hardware features and the future of virtualization.

Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor

• Prerequisites: Students must already have completed a bachelor's degree in a related discipline to enroll in this course and in a graduate career.
• Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
• Instructor: Jie Lu
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When Offered & Tuition

• Online Course
• 2024 Spring: Jan 16 to May 04
• Course Level: Graduate
• Tuition: $1800 | Pay as little as $366/mo for this course.
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• Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

Related Programs: M.S. in Information Technology, M.S. in Security Studies: Cybersecurity Concentration, Graduate Certificate in Systems Models & Management

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