Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Objectives At the completion of this subject students should know how to use UNIX commands; know the interface between UNIX systems and C programs in the form of system calls; and be able to write shell scripts and use UNIX programming tools.
Synopsis The subject provides an introduction to UNIX systems for students with knowledge of C programming but who have not worked in a UNIX environment. The structure of the operating system is discussed and variant forms considered. Shells, utilities and C programming tools are discussed and students are introduced to programming shell scripts. The interface between the UNIX system and C programs, in the form of system calls, is introduced. Since the objectives are largely practical, progressive assignment work involving the use of operating system facilities and, in particular, shell programming, will be used. An examination will provide testing of conceptual knowledge and confirm the acquisition of practical skills.
Assessment Examination: 40% + Practical work: 40% + Tutorial work: 20%