IS1S454 - Computer Systems and Networking Concepts 01 Jul 2022 - 31 Aug 2028 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | IS1S454 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Computer Systems and Networking Concepts | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Information and Electronics | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | informatics | ||
| Module Leader: | Ian Fitzell | ||
| Module Team: | Philip Davies | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2017 | 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: | 100365 - computer networks | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Jul 2022 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2028 |
Module Aims
To develop an understanding of the principles and role of computer and communications technology.
To be able to apply solutions to problems relating to computer systems architecture.
Content Summary
Introduction to instruction set needs and the fetch/execute cycle.
Computer system organisation overview: system components, processors, memory, types of storage.
Number systems and data representation.
Peripherals and file systems: input devices, output devices, and storage.
User view of operating systems.
Networks: physical and logical structures, addressing, layered network model, devices, media (wired and wireless), security and encryption, configuration and management.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 24 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 24 |
| Independent Study | 80 |
| Directed Study | 72 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | To understand the key theoretical principles of computer systems and network concepts. |
| LO2 | To demonstrate a knowledge of computer systems and network concepts. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Report 1 | Develop a Report that details the modern day requirements of an aspect of Computer systems & Networking | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Assessment | Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Onsite) 1 | A number of multiple-choice tests that increase in complexity and worth as the module progresses | 60 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Report 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Onsite) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |