Computer Science 630 - Systems

This class is an in-depth introduction to systems, focusing on principles of system design that cross-cut numerous systems artifacts, including operating systems, databases, runtime systems, and architecture. We will cover all levels of the "system stack", from chips to distributed systems. This course may be used to satisfy systems core requirements.

Open to PhD students in Computer Science only. CHANGED FROM CMPSCI 691ST TO CMPSCI 630. 15 SEATS HELD FOR INCOMING STUDENT REGISTRATION. SENIOR CMPSCI MAJORS WITH PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR; BACKGROUND IN UNDERGRAD OS IS HELPFUL. STUDENTS NEEDING SPECIAL PERMISSION MUST REQUEST OVERRIDES VIA THE ON-LINE FORM: https://www.cs.umass.edu/overrides.