CS1S465 - Computer Systems Concepts 01 Sep 2022 - 31 Aug 2028 | Version 6
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | CS1S465 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Computer Systems Concepts | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Computing and Mathematical Sciences | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Computer Science | ||
| Module Leader: | Christopher Tubb | ||
| Module Team: | Jennifer Whewell | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2016 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100734 - computer architectures | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 6 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2022 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2028 |
Module Aims
To develop an understanding of the fundamental organisation, architecture, and connectivity of computer systems.
Content Summary
Number systems.
Data representation.
Digital Logic
- Boolean Algebra
- De Morgan’s theory
- Truth Tables
Computer system organisation overview:
- The Von Neumann architecture
- system components
- processors
- memory
- primary storage
- secondary storage
- operating systems
Processor operation:
- architecture
- fetch-execute cycle
- control flow
- addressing modes
- instruction formats
- system calls
Assemblers, Interpreters and Compilers
- Low level programming
Networks:
- physical and logical structures
- addresses (IP v4, Subnet masks and IP v6)
- models (TCP/IP and OSI) and their layers
- devices and cabling
- wireless
- security and encryption
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 24 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 24 |
| Independent Study | 76 |
| Directed Study | 52 |
| Formative Assessment - Independent | 24 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Demonstrate knowledge of key theoretical principles of computer systems. |
| LO2 | Apply knowledge of computer system concepts to the completion of related practical tasks. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Student Choice 1 | A specific range of assessment types are offered in order to complete the required task (e.g. essay, report, presentation). The student makes a choice as to which type they use for the assessment.? The criteria are the same whichever type of assessment the student chooses.? One mark is awarded. | 15 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Practical Written Work 1 | A write up of a piece of practical work that has been undertaken. | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Student Choice 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Practical Written Work 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |