Methods and concepts of computer and communication network modeling and system performance — evaluation. Stochastic processes; measurement techniques; monitor tools; statistical analysis of performance experiments; simulation models; analytic modeling and queueing theory; M/M, Erlang, G/M, M/G, batch arrival, bulk service and priority systems; work load characterization; performance evaluation problems.
Prerequisites
CS 5084 or CS 504 or equivalent background in probability and some background in statistics