Assignment-1 Briefing Sheet (2024/25 Academic Year)
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Weighting %:
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25%
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Target for returning coursework:
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2 weeks from the date of the submission
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Authorship:
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Individual
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Number of hours you are expected to work on this assignment:
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15 hours
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This Assignment assesses the following Learning Outcomes:
I. To demonstrate knowledge and understanding of cloud architecture including different platforms, models, and services.
II. To demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the benefits and issues of cloud computing.
III. To evaluate Cloud Computing systems in terms of general quality attributes and possible trade offs presented within the given context.
A) Assignment Title:
Mini-Research on Cloud Computing Topics
B) Assignment Purpose:
This assignment aims to deepen students' understanding of cloud computing through research and analysis. By examining selected survey papers on specific topics, students are expected to gain insights into the current state and future directions of cloud computing technologies. The report will also allow students to develop and demonstrate their ability to critically analyse academic literature and articulate their thoughts and understanding clearly.
C) Topics and Reading Materials:
Students will choose one topic from the provided list. Each topic is supported by a set of survey/review papers which they must read as part of their research. The topics cover a broad spectrum of cloud computing, from technological foundations like virtualisation to broader implications like taxonomy and open-source platforms. The list is as follows:
• Topic 1: Virtualisation
i. Bhardwaj, A. and Krishna, C.R., 2021. Virtualization in cloud computing: Moving from hypervisor to containerization—a survey. Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering, 46(9), pp.8585-8601.
• Topic 2: Traditional Distributed Computing to Cloud Computing
i. Sadashiv, N. and Kumar, S.D., 2011, August. Cluster, grid and cloud computing: A detailed comparison. In 2011 6th international conference on computer science & education (ICCSE) (pp. 477-482). IEEE.
• Topic 3: A Taxonomy of Cloud Computing
i. Sharma, Y., Javadi, B., Si, W. and Sun, D., 2016. Reliability and energy efficiency in cloud computing systems: Survey and taxonomy. Journal of Network and Computer Applications, 74, pp.66-85.
• Topic 4: Cloud Computing – A Hardware Approach
i. Hong, C.H., Spence, I. and Nikolopoulos, D.S., 2017. GPU virtualization and scheduling methods: A comprehensive survey. ACM Computing Surveys (CSUR), 50(3), pp.1-37.
• Topic 5: Open-Source Cloud Platforms
i. Kozhirbayev, Z. and Sinnott, R.O., 2017. A performance comparison of container-based technologies for the cloud. Future Generation Computer Systems, 68, pp.175-182.
You can directly download them from the link below on OneDrive (note that you will need to log in with your UH account):
https://tinyurl.com/cloud-assignment-1
D) Report Structure and Questions:
The 5-page report should be structured to address specific aspects of the chosen topic:
1. Overview of Topic:
o Purpose: Introduce the topic and explain its relevance in the realm of cloud computing.
o Key Points: Highlight the critical aspects covered in the survey papers and any foundational concepts.
2. Critical Analysis:
o Main Findings: Summarize the primary conclusions of the survey papers. What are the significant trends or breakthroughs discussed?
o Literature Comparison: Discuss any contrasting views or methodologies presented in the papers. Are there conflicting findings or consensus?
3. Implications:
o Challenges: Identify the main challenges or issues revealed in the literature. What are the obstacles to progress in this area?
o Opportunities: Suggest potential opportunities for innovation or further research that could address these challenges.
4. Personal Insight:
o Future Directions: Propose where the field might go based on the papers' findings. What are the upcoming trends?
o Impact: Reflect on how advancements in this topic could impact the broader IT and cloud computing landscape.
5. Conclusion:
o Summary: Briefly recap the key points discussed and any conclusions drawn.
o Reflection: Share any personal learning or insights gained through this assignment.
Submission Requirements:
The assignment has to be submitted online via StudyNet. Please submit your report as a PDF file.
Note:
The Module leader reserve the right to conduct an oral examination with the student about the subject matter in his/her assessment submission.
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Marks awarded for:
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Assignment 1
Assessment Criteria
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Mark Available
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Mark out of 100%
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Understanding of Topic:
• Assesses how well the student grasps and explains the topic's significance
and foundational concepts.
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5
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20
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Analysis of Literature:
• Evaluates the depth of the literature
review and the ability to identify key
messages and compare perspectives.
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5
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20
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Insight into Challenges and Opportunities:
• Looks at the student's ability to
discern and articulate the practical implications of the topic.
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5
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20
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Originality and Depth of Insights:
• Measures the creativity and depth of the student’s personaI insights and outlook on the topic.
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5
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20
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Quality of Writing and Adherence to Report Guidelines:
• Checks for the overall organisation, clarity, grammatical correctness, and adherence to the report format and page limit.
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5
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20
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Overall Comments and marks
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25
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100
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