
- Faculty of Engineering
- Department of Computer Science & Engineering
- Senior Lecturer Grade I
Contact information
Department of Computer Science & Engineering
Faculty of Engineering
University of Moratuwa
Moratuwa
10400
Teaching and Administrative Activities
Computer Networks -Undergraduate -2016
Computer Security -Undergraduate -2016
Computer and Network Security -Undergraduate -2016
Information Security -Postgraduate -2016
Computer and Network Security -Postgraduate -2016
Operating Systems Security -Postgraduate -2016
Digital Forensics -Postgraduate -2016
System Audit and Vulnerability Assessment -Postgraduate -2016
Networks and Protocols -Postgraduate -2016
Information Security Theory and Practice -Postgraduate -2016
Information Security Management -Postgraduate -2016
Cryptography and Security Mechanisms -Postgraduate -2016
Director, CITeS -Director, CITeS: Visionary leadership to CITeS and fulfillment of university ICT requirements to bring it to a world-class university (2015 To 2018)
Team Lead -Team Lead, MIS (LearnOrg) Project (2015 To date)
Director, Engineering Research Unit (ERU) -Visionary leadership to improve the research profile of the Faculty of Engineering, University of Moratuwa, as a contribution for the effort of the university to become to a world-class university (2011 To 2013)
Research Activities
e-Learning and learning management systems
adaptive course development and learning objects
information systems development philosophies and life-cycles
blended university education
m-learning
socio-technical aspects of information systems
information systems security
ICT infrastructure security
digital forensics
M.Sc. research project supervision (2005 to date)
MBA-IT research project supervision (2005 to date)
Final year (Computer Sci. & Eng.) project groups supervision and coordination (2000 to 2011)
e-learning, Computer and network security, Information systems
Education and Professional Affiliations
PhD, Delft University of Technology ,2010 Thesis title: Designing Learning Objects for Adaptive Learning Environments
MPhil, University of Moratuwa ,2000 Thesis title: Requirement-based Policies for Electronic Message Distribution
Bachelors, University of Moratuwa ,1993 B.Sc.Eng.Hons. (Computer Science & Engineering)
Masters, Centre for Graduate Studies, Lanka Bible College, and Development Associates International ,2016 MA in Organisational Leadership
Institution of Engineers Sri Lanka (IESL)(2000 To date)
The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)(2003 To date)
The Computer Society Sri Lanka (CSSL)(2008 To date)
Career
Honours and Awards
Research Excellence Award 2015 (Received 2016)
Research Excellence Award 2012 (Received 2014)
Research Excellence Award 2013 (Received 2015)
Research Excellence Award 2014 (Received 2015)
Research Excellence Award 2016 (Received 2017)
NRC Research Grant (Received 2017)
Publications*
Gamage, D., Perera, I., Fernando, M.S.D.,".To MOOC or Not to MOOC, that is the Problem: A Learners Perspective.",McWeadon Education, USA,2016
Gamage, D., Whiting, M.E., Rajapakshe, T., Thilakarathne, H., Perera, I., Fernando, M.S.D.,".Improving Assessment on MOOCs Through Peer Identification and Aligned Incentives.",Learning at Scale 2017 (ACM Proceedings),Boston, MA, USA,2017,
Gunathilaka T. M.A.U., Pasqual H., Fernando M.S.D.,".Identification of the Learning Behavior of the Students for Education Personalization.",2017 IEEE International Conference on I-SMAC (IoT in Social, Mobile, Analytics and Cloud) (I-SMAC),Tamilnadu, India,2017,
Gamage, D., Perera, I., Fernando, M.S.D.,".What do star rates for MOOCs tell you? An analysis of pedagogy and review rates to identify effective pedagogical model.",24th International Conference on Computers in Education, Asia-Pacific Society for Computers in Education, India,India,2016,
Gamage, D., Perera, I., Fernando, M.S.D ,".Evaluating effectiveness of MOOCs using empirical tools: Learners perspective.",10th International Technology, Education and Development Conference (INTED2016), Valencia, Spain,Spain,2016,
Gamage, D., Perera, I., Fernando, M.S.D.,".MOOCs to Provide 21st Century Skills: Learners' Perspective.",10th International Technology, Education and Development Conference (INTED2016), Valencia, Spain,Spain,2016,
Research and publications areas:
e-learning related: Learning Management Systems, adaptive course development, learning objects, and university education
Computer and network security related: Firewalls, security policies, IT and infrastructure
Low-bandwidth networking: Proxying architectures, message distribution
Information systems related: development philosophies and life-cycles, socio-technical aspects, enterprise systems
PhD Thesis:
Fernando, M.S.D. (2010), “Designing Learning Objects for Adaptive Learning Environments”, Delft University of Technology, The Netherlands, ISBN/EAN: 978-90-5638-225-4
MPhil Thesis:
Fernando, M.S.D. (2000), “Requirement-based Policies for Electronic Message Distribution”, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
MA Thesis:
Fernando, M.S.D. (2016), “Improving Youth Commitment to Church Leadership”, Centre for Graduate Studies, Lanka Bible College, Sri Lanka, and Development Associates International
e-learning related publications:
Fernando, M.S.D. (2003), “Effective use of e-Learning in the Sri Lankan University Context: Strategies and Policies”, IEE Sri Lanka 10th Annual Conference, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Fernando, M.S.D. (2004), “E-Learning and Quality University Environment: A better Mix of Technology based Learning and Administration with Traditional University Setting”, Conference Proceedings, IRMA International Conference 2004, New Orleans, LA, USA
Fernando, M.S.D. (2004), “Building a Framework for Evolutionary Course Development in Transitional Countries: An IT Aligned Learning Objects based Approach”, Conference Proceedings, ICCE2004: International Conference on Computers in Education, Melbourne, Australia
Fernando, M.S.D. (2004), “Designing Learning Objects for IT Industry Participation in Evolutionary Course Development for IT Universities in Transitional Countries”, Conference Proceedings, CISTM2004: Conference on Information Science, Technology Management, Alexandria, Egypt
Fernando, M.S.D. (2005), “Issues of e-learning in Third World Countries”, in Ed. Mehdi Khosrow-Pour, DBA, Encyclopaedia of Information Science and Technology, Vol. 1, 2005, Information Resource Management Association, USA
Fernando, M.S.D. (2005), “A Holistic Maturity Model for IT Aligned University Education: IA-LMM”, IASTED International Conference on Education and Technology, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Fernando, M.S.D. (2005), “E-learning and University Education: a Case Study on Blended Learning”, Conference Proceedings, 1st International Conference on Open Distance Learning, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Herath, H.M.W.P., Wijesooriya, W.M.R.P., Raveendra, S.J., Kumara, W.H.C.L., Fernando, S., Sarawanamutthu, K., (2006), “Dhanurrdha: Online synchronized Multimedia Deployer for LearnOrg Linux version”, Proceedings of the 8th International Information Technology Conference (IITC2006), Colombo, Sri Lanka, ISBN: 955-8974-04-8
Fernando, M.S.D., Sol, H.G., Dahanayake, A.N.W. (2006), “Feasibility Survey on IT Industry Collaboration for Evolutionary Course Development in a Transitional Country”, Conference Proceedings, IRMA International Conference, Washington DC, USA
Fernando, M.S.D., Sol, H.G., Dahanayake, A.N.W. (2006), “Adaptive IT Education through IT Industry Participation”, Conference Proceedings, IRMA International Conference, Washington DC, USA
Perera, G.I.U.S., Fernando, M.S.D. (2006), “Generalized E-Learning Framework: Sri Lankan University Context”, Conference Proceedings, 12th ERU (Engineering Research Unit) Conference of University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
Gunawardena, C.N., Fernando, M.S.D., Kulasekere, E.C., Lamontagne, M.D., Ekanayake, M.B., Thaiyamuthu, T., Jayatilleke, B.G. (2007), “Online Tutor Mentor Development through Community Building: A Case Study from a Transitional Nation”, Conference Proceedings, ICOOL 2007: 3rd International Conference on Open and Online Learning, Penang, Malaysia
Sarveswaran, K., Fernando, M.S.D., Perera, G.I.U.S. (2007), “A Successful Growth of the e-Learning System at University of Moratuwa”, Conference Proceedings, 13th ERU (Engineering Research Unit) Conference of University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
Sarveswaran, K., Fernando, M.S.D., (2008), “Role Based Competency Modeling for Learning-Content Development”, Conference Proceedings, 9th International IT Conference (IITC), Colombo, Sri Lanka
Gunewardena, C.N., Keller, P. S., Garcia, F., Faustino, G. L., Barrett, K., Skinner, J. K., Gibrail, R., Jayatilleke, B.G., Kumarasinha, M. C. B., Kulasekara, G.U., Fernando, S., (2011), “Transformative Education through Technology: Facilitating Social Construction of Knowledge Online through Cross-Cultural E-Mentoring”, The 1st International Conference on the Social Sciences and the Humanities, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
Fernando, M.S.D., Sol, H.G, Dahanayake, A.N.W. (2012), "The Usefulness of Learning Objects in Industry Oriented Learning Environments", International Journal of Virtual and Personal Learning Environments, April-June 2012, Vol. 3, No. 2, ISSN 1947-8518, eISSN 1947-8526
Gamage, D., Fernando, M.S.D., (2012), "Engaging interactivity in eLearning: Review of practices and challenges", 30th National Information Technology Conference (NITC), Colombo, Sri Lanka
Gamage, D., Fernando, M.S.D., (2012), "An Interactivity framework to measure level of interactivity in eLearning", 19th Annual Technical Conference, Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), Sri Lanka Chapter, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Gamage, D., Fernando, M.S.D., (2012), "Measuring Interactivity level in eLearning Practices", International Conference in Business Information (ICBI2012), Kelaniya, Sri Lanka
Gamage, D., Fernando, M.S.D., (2012), “Impact of interactivity to eLearning in Sri Lanka", 5th Annual UCSC Research Symposium, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Gunawardena, C.N., Jayatilleke, B.G., Fernando, M.S.D., Kulasekere, E.C., Lamontagne, M.D., Ekanayake, M.B., Thaiyamuthu, T., (2012), “Developing Online Tutors and Mentors in Sri Lanka through a Community Building Model: Predictors of Satisfaction”, International Conference on Advances in ICT for Emerging Regions (ICTer 2012), Colombo, Sri Lanka
Gunawardhana, C.L.R., Hasanthika, H.M.M., Piyasena, T.D.G., Pathirana, S.P.D.P., Fernando, S., Perera, A.S., Kohomban, U., (2012), “Representation of Web-based Graphics and Equations for Visually Impaired”, National Engineering Conference, 18th ERU Symposium, Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
Kanaganayagam, I., Fernando, M.S.D., (2013), “Analysis of the Awareness of Collaborative e-Learning in Sri Lankan University Education”, International Conference on Advances in ICT for Emerging Regions (ICTer 2013), Colombo, Sri Lanka
Kanaganayagam, I., Fernando, M.S.D., (2013), “A framework to Analyze the Effectiveness of Collaborative e-Learning (CeL) in Sri Lankan University Education”, National Engineering Conference, 19th ERU Symposium, Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
Gamage, D., Fernando, S., Perera, I., (2014), “Factors affecting to effective eLearning: Learners Perspective”, Scientific Research Journal (SCIRJ), Volume II, Issue V, May 2014, ISSN 2201-2796
Kanaganayagam, I., Fernando, M.S.D., Jayasundara, R., (2014), “Analysis of the Effectiveness of Collaborative e-Learning in Sri Lankan University Education”, World Conference on E-Learning (AACE E-Learn 2014), New Orleans, USA
Gamage, D., Perera, I., Fernando, S., (2014), “Improving eLearning to meet challenges in 21st century”, International Conference on Advances in ICT for Emerging Regions (ICTer 2014), Colombo, Sri Lanka
Gamage, D. Fernando, S,, Perera, I., (2014), “Effective eLearning through MOOC: Lessons learnt in selecting a MOOC”, The 22nd International Conference on Computers in Education (ICCE 2014), Japan
Gamage, D., Fernando, S., Perera, I., (2015), “Effectiveness of eLearning: Grounded Theory Approach”, Moratuwa Engineering Research Conference (MERCon 2015), Moratuwa, Part No.: CFP15B72-ARTT, ISBN: 978-1-4799-1740-2
Irugalbandara, T.C., Fernando, M.S.D., (2015), “Identifying Life Style Factors of Bottom-of-Pyramid People to Facilitate a Ubiquitous Learning Environment: Sri Lankan Experience”, 8th International Conference on Ubi-Media Computing (UMEDIA 2015), Colombo, Sri Lanka
Gamage, D., Perera, I., Fernando, S., (2015), “Factors leading to an effective MOOC from participants perspective”, 8th International Conference on Ubi-Media Computing (UMEDIA 2015), Colombo, Sri Lanka
Gamage, D., Perera, I., Fernando, S., (2015), “A framework to analyse effectiveness of e-learning in MOOC: Learners perspective”, 8th International Conference on Ubi-Media Computing (UMEDIA 2015), Colombo, Sri Lanka
Gamage, D., Perera, I., Fernando, S., (2015), “Quality of MOOCs: A review of literature on effectiveness and quality aspects”, 8th International Conference on Ubi-Media Computing (UMEDIA 2015), Colombo, Sri Lanka
Gamage, D., Perera, I., Fernando, S., (2016), “What do star rates for MOOCs tell you? An analysis of pedagogy and review rates to identify effective pedagogical model”, Chen, W. et al. (Eds.), Proceedings of the 24th International Conference on Computers in Education, Asia-Pacific Society for Computers in Education, India
Gamage, D., Perera, I., Fernando, S., (2016), “Evaluating effectiveness of MOOCs using empirical tools: Learners perspective”, Proceedings of the 10th International Technology, Education and Development Conference (INTED2016), Valencia, Spain, ISBN: 978-84-608-5617-7, ISSN: 2340-1079
Gamage, D., Perera, I., Fernando, S., (2016), “MOOCs to Provide 21st Century Skills: Learners' Perspective”, Proceedings of the 10th International Technology, Education and Development Conference (INTED2016), Valencia, Spain, ISBN: 978-84-608-5617-7, ISSN: 2340-1079
Gamage, D., Fernando, S., Perera, I., (2016), “To MOOC or Not to MOOC, that is the Problem: A Learners Perspective”, Khan, B. H. (Ed.), Book Chapter (ch. 7), Revolutionizing Modern Education through Meaningful E-learning Implementation, McWeadon Education, USA
Computer, network and information security related publications:
Peiris, P., Fernando, M.S.D. (2002), “Web Traffic Analysis for Content Prioritization”, Conference Proceedings, International IT Conference (IITC), Colombo, Sri Lanka
Fernando, M.S.D., Dias, G.V. (2005), “A CERT for Sri Lanka? Challenges and Potential”, CSSL Proceedings, 24th National Information Technology Conference, Colombo, Sri Lanka
De Silva, M.B.G.S., Fernando, M.S.D. (2006), “Improving Linux Security”, Conference Proceedings, CHASE-2006 Conference on Hacking and Security, Lahore, Pakistan
Fernando, M.S.D., Jahankhani, H., Nkhoma, M.Z. (2006) “Information Systems Security: Cases of Network Administrator Threats”, Conference Proceedings, 2nd International Conference on Global E-Security (ICGeS-06), University of East London, UK. Also published in International Journal of Information Security and Privacy, ISSN 1930-165-0
Fernando, M.S.D., Jahankhani, H., Ranmuthugala, H., Lathsara, M.P.D., De Silva, M.B.G.S., Gamage, G. (2007), “Impact of IT on Fraud and Corruption: Learning from the case examples”, Conference Proceedings, 3rd International Conference on Global E-Security (ICGeS-07), University of East London, UK
Fernando, M.S.D., Ranmuthugala, H., Lathsara, M.P.D., De Silva, M.B.G.S., Gamage, G. (2007), “Relationship of Information Systems Security to Corruption and Fraud”, ISACA Conference Proceedings, Conference on Information Systems Audit, Control and Governance, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Malalasena, B. A., Nimalaprakasan, S., Ramanan, S., Shayanthan, K., Gamage, C., and Fernando, M. S. D., (2009), “Privacy Enhanced Data Management for an Electronic Identity System”, in Proceedings of the 2009 Conference on Innovative Technologies in Intelligent Systems & Industrial Applications (CITISIA 2009), pages 358-363, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, July 2009. (ISBN: 978-1-4244-2886-1)
Malalasena, B. A., Nimalaprakasan, S., Ramanan, S., Shayanthan, K., Gamage, C., and Fernando, M. S. D., (2009), “Versatile Privacy Preserving Electronic Identity Framework”, in Nanayakkara, V. and Gunasinghe, U. P., in editors, Proceedings of the 2009 CS&ES Conference (CSES 2009), pages 133-140, Colombo, Sri Lanka, July 2009. (ISBN 9-78-955-9027-32-4).
Samarasinghe, A., Gamage, C.D., Fernando, M.S.D., (2012), "Blackbox Recorder for Virtual Servers", 19th Annual Technical Conference, Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), Sri Lanka Chapter, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Balasooriya, A., Fernando, M.S.D., (2013), “Next Generation Security Framework to Detect Botnets on Computer Networks”, IACSIT International Journal of Engineering and Technology , Volume 5, Number 2, April 2013 , ISSN : 1793-8244 (presented at: 2nd International Conference on Security Science and Technology – ICSST 2013, Singapore)
Liyanage, G., Fernando, M.S.D., (2013), “Firewall Model for Cloud Computing”, 2013 IEEE 8th International Conference on Industrial and Information Systems (ICIIS), Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
Balasooriya, A., Fernando, M.S.D., (2013), “Generalized Extensions for Botnet Detection”, National Engineering Conference, 19th ERU Symposium, Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
Low-bandwidth networking related publications:
Fernando, M.S.D., Wijesoma, W.S., Dias, G.V. (1995), “Multi-media Message Distribution in a Constrained Environment”, Conference Proceedings, Inet ’95 International Conference, Hawaii, USA
Fernando, M.S.D., Wijesoma, W.S., Dias, G.V. (1995), “A Strategy for Multi-media Message Routing and Delivery for the Less Privileged”, Conference Proceedings, SEARCC ’95 International Conference, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Fernando, M.S.D., Wijesoma, W.S., Dias, G.V. (1996), “Expansion of Multi-media Message Distribution to Constrained Environments”, CSSL Proceedings 1996, 15th National Information Technology Conference, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Fernando, M.S.D., Dias, G.V. (2002), “Link Cost Optimization through Link Utilization Maximization”, Conference Proceedings, IEE Sri Lanka 9th Annual Conference, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Fernando, M.S.D., Dias, G.V. (2002),“An Architecture for Advanced Proxying based on User Requests”, (2002), Annual Conference, Engineering Research Unit, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
Information systems related publications:
Peiris, P., Fernando, M.S.D. (2006), “Information Systems Governance in Sri Lankan Corporate Sector”, Conference Proceedings, 12th ERU (Engineering Research Unit) Conference of University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
Perera, G.I.U.S., Fernando, M.S.D. (2007), “Bridging the gap - Business and information systems: A Roadmap”, published in proceedings of 4th ICBM conference, Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka, pp. 334-343
Perera, G.I.U.S., Fernando, M.S.D. (2007), “Enhanced Agile Software Development – Hybrid Paradigm with LEAN Practice”, Conference Proceedings, ICIIS2007: Second International Conference on Industrial and Information Systems, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
Perera, G.I.U.S., Fernando, M.S.D. (2007), “A Hybrid Software Paradigm – The Extended Agile Process with LEAN Integration”, Conference Proceedings, 13th ERU (Engineering Research Unit) Conference of University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
Perera, G.I.U.S., Fernando, M.S.D. (2007), “Swift Decision Making for Agile Software Paradigm – A Proficient Guide”, Conference Proceedings, 13th ERU (Engineering Research Unit) Conference of University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
Peiris, P., Fernando, M.S.D. (2007), “IT Governance in Sri Lankan Corporate Sector”, ISACA Conference Proceedings, Conference on Information Systems Audit, Control and Governance, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Nanayakkara, S., Perera, P., Sarveswaran, K., Perera, A., Fernando, M.S.D., (2009), “Challenges in Developing Management Information Systems - A Case From Government Sector”, Conference Proceedings, e-Asia 2009 International Conference, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Vithana, K., Fernando, M.S.D., Dias, S.A.D., (2009), “A Service Platform for Subscription-Based Live Video Streaming”, Conference Proceedings, ICIS2009, Fourth IEEE International Conference on Industrial and Automation Systems, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
Medagama, M., Dias, S.A.D., Fernando, M.S.D., (2009), “Transcoding based optimum quality video streaming under limited bandwidth”, Conference Proceedings, ICIS2009, Fourth IEEE International Conference on Industrial and Automation Systems, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
Perera G.I.U.S., Fernnando, M.S.D., (2009), “Rapid Decision Making for Post Architectural Changes in Agile Development – A Guide to Reduce Uncertainty”, International Journal of Information Technology and Knowledge Management , July-December 2009, Volume 2, No. 2, pp. 249-256
Meharuban, M., Tennakoon, H.B., Fernando, M.S.D., (2011) “Automated Management Information System for Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Workshop”, National Engineering Conference, 17th ERU Symposium, Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
Jayathilake M.T.D.A., Fernando M. S. D., (2013), “Analysis of Factors Motivating Sri Lankan Organizations towards Green IT”, Scientific Research Journal (SciRJ), Volume I, Issue I, August 2013 Edition, pp 7-13, ISSN: 2201-2796
Jayathilake M.T.D.A., Fernando M. S. D., (2013), “Analysis of Green IT Adoption Trends among Green Awarded Organizations in Sri Lanka”, International Conference on Environment and Energy 2013, pp 205-218, ISBN: 978-955-4543-19-5
Nanayakkara, S., Perera, P., Fernando, S., (2014), “Universal Communication through Web Services for Heterogeneous Systems with Dynamic System Life Cycle”, International Journal of Computer Science and Technology, Vol. 5, Issue SPL-1, pp. 48-55, Jan-March 2014, ISSN: 0976-8491 (online), ISSN : 2229-4333 (print)
Thananjeyan, S., Fernando, M.S.D., (2015), “Green Information Technology Managerial Capabilities of IT Organizations in Sri Lanka”, Scientific Research Journal (SCIRJ), Volume III, Issue X, October 2015 Edition, pp 6-11, ISSN: 2201-2796
Invited paper submissions and key-note speeches:
Fernando, M.S.D. (2005), “Digital Forensics - an Introduction”, ISACA Conference Proceedings, International Conference on Information Systems Audit, Control and Governance, Colombo, Sri Lanka
- Fernando, M.S.D., Piyadasa, A., (2008), “Potential for an ICT based Management System for a Public Transport Operator”, Invited paper on Road passenger Transport, SAARC Seminar on Public Road Passenger Transport in SAARC Countries, Mt. Lavinia, Sri Lanka