Networks and Distributed Systems · Term 3

Distributed Systems and Microservices

Introduction to distributed systems architecture and the benefits of microservices for scalability and resilience.

Key Questions

  1. Explain the advantages of a microservices architecture over a monolithic application.
  2. Analyze the challenges of managing data consistency in a distributed system.
  3. Design a simple distributed system for a web application.

Ontario Curriculum Expectations

CS.N.11CS.SE.2
Grade: Grade 12
Subject: Computer Science
Unit: Networks and Distributed Systems
Period: Term 3

Suggested Methodologies

Project-Based Learning

Extended projects with real-world deliverables

45–60 min

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Collaborative Problem-Solving

Structured group problem-solving with defined roles

25–50 min

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