Computer Simulation of Computing Systems

Understanding how computing systems handle workloads and queue requests is crucial for designing reliable infrastructure. This text-based course introduces you to the core principles of computer simulation, giving you the skills to evaluate and predict system behavior under various operational conditions. What you'll learn: Understand fundamental terminology, system states, and simulation concepts; Design conceptual models representing hardware components, networks, and software processes; Apply discrete-event simulation techniques to model complex computing workflows; Process and interpret data from computational experiments using statistical principles; Explore modern simulation tools and frameworks used in system design. You will start with foundational definitions and theoretical concepts before moving into practical model construction and experiment analysis. Designed for beginners in computer science and software engineering, this course requires no prior background in simulation modeling. Start reading today to master the fundamentals of system simulation.