IS1S480 - Principles of Technology Solutions 04 Feb 2019 - 31 Aug 2027 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | IS1S480 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Principles of Technology Solutions | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Information and Electronics | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | informatics | ||
| Module Leader: | Mitchel Langford, Ian Fitzell | ||
| Module Team: | Mark Ware, Emlyn Everitt | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2019 | 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: | 100371 - information systems | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 04 Feb 2019 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2027 |
Module Aims
To gain an understanding of the structure and operation of a company in the IT industry.
To understand the factors associated with the development of applications, and to be able to customise and build simple applications.
Content Summary
Company-based introduction – work-based studies
Introduction to business organisations.
Understanding the role of the of a software developer.
Independent learning.
Understanding and using reflective and experiential learning.
Introduction to Software Development
The role and usage of Software Development Environments in the production of software solutions, the software development process and testing.
Introduction to Software Design
Design methodologies to facilitate top down programming.
Fundamentals of C# Programs.
Understanding the C# programming environment.
Creating a simple Console Application
Creating a simple Windows Forms Application. Common GUI tools (Label, Button, Textbox and MessageBox)
GUI development; Menus, Toolbars, StatusStrip, PictureBox.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 10 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 10 |
| Supervised time in studio/workshop | 6 |
| Work based learning | 74 |
| Directed Study | 28 |
| Formative Assessment - Independent | 72 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Students will be able to display the acquisition of the IT industry knowledge along with the development of key skills such as communication, customer service, problem solving, team-working and the use of IT. Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the relevancy of these skills within the context of their role in their organisation. |
| LO2 | Gain first-hand experience of using a modern software development environment and lifecycle and the development of basic applications. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Set Exercise - Not Time Constrained (CW) | Set Tasks - not-time constrained 2 | Application programme 1 drawing on knowledge and material presented, supplemented by personal research and/or requirements specification from company. | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Set Exercise - Not Time Constrained (CW) | Set Tasks - not-time constrained 1 | A written report on subject that draws on knowledge and material presented, supplemented by personal research and/or personal experience within the company. | 0 | 1000 | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Set Tasks - not-time constrained 2 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Set Tasks - not-time constrained 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |