Study Plan for Master/Doctor Degree Program in Software-defined Networking

Research Title: Improvement of Reliability and Fault Tolerance in Software-Defined Networks

Surname: [Ezeh]
First Name: [chukwuma samson]
Application School/Department: [school of computer science and technology ]
Application Major: [computer science ]
Expected Supervisor: [Insert expected supervisor]
Expected Research Area: Software-defined Networking

I. Research Background
Software-defined networking (SDN) has emerged as a promising approach to improving network
performance, functionality, and reliability. This research aims to explore new algorithms and
techniques to improve the reliability and fault tolerance of SDN architecture and protocols.

II. Research Purpose and Significance

The purpose of this research is to investigate new approaches to SDN that can improve the
reliability and fault tolerance of network infrastructures. The significance of this research lies in
its potential to contribute to the development of more efficient and robust network
infrastructures.

III. Literature Review

A review of relevant literature will be conducted to identify current research and advancements
in the field of SDN reliability and fault tolerance. This will provide a foundation for the proposed
research and help identify gaps in current knowledge.

IV. Scientific Preparations of the Applicant

The applicant has a Bachelor's Degree in Communication Engineering and experience in
designing fault-tolerant routing algorithms for wireless mesh networks. The applicant will take
courses in computer networking, distributed systems, network programming, and software
design to develop the programming and software skills needed to build SDN systems.

V. Research Methods
The research will involve a combination of theoretical analysis and practical experimentation.
Algorithms and techniques will be developed and tested through simulations or in a real-world
testbed. The research will focus on investigating failure detection mechanisms, automatic
recovery approaches, and minimizing single points of failure.

VI. Study Plan Summary

This research will investigate new algorithms and techniques to improve the reliability and fault
tolerance of SDN architecture and protocols. The applicant will take courses in computer
networking, distributed systems, network programming, and software design to develop the
necessary skills. The applicant will dedicate approximately 35-40 hours per week to their
studies, with an additional 20-25 hours per week on weekends for research, assignments, and
readings. The study plan will be reviewed and updated regularly to ensure progress towards
research goals. Additionally, the applicant will seek support from academic advisors, faculty
members, and other resources as needed.

To achieve the objectives of this study plan, the applicant will participate in a lab or research
project focusing on SDN and network fault tolerance. The applicant will also work through
practice problems and actively code up solutions to learn complex programming concepts.
Regular study schedules will be created to keep up with readings and assignments, and study
groups will be formed with classmates for additional support.