IS1S462 - Computer Systems and Network Technologies 01 Jul 2022 - 31 Aug 2028 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | IS1S462 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Computer Systems and Network Technologies | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Information and Electronics | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | informatics | ||
| Module Leader: | Ian Fitzell, Iain Shewring | ||
| Module Team: | Alun King, Adam Jones | ||
| First Intended Intake: | AUG 2020 | 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 basic organisation and architecture of computer systems. To understand the role and basic functionality of operating systems at an introductory level. To develop an introductory understanding of network technologies.
Content Summary
Number systems
An introduction to number systems to include:
• Calculation of numbers between decimal, binary, and hexadecimal systems.
Computer Architecture
Understand the basic blocks of a computer system and how they interconnect, to include:
• General architecture
• Processors
• Motherboards
• Memory
• Storage
• Other system components
Network technologies
An introduction to computer networks, to include:
• Topologies
• Ethernet
• TCP/IP
• IPv4
• IPv6
• Subnet Masks
• Security and Encryption
Operating systems
An introduction to operating systems, to include:
• Memory management
• Disk management
• Processor scheduling
• Device management
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 24 |
| Tutorial | 24 |
| Independent Study | 152 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | To demonstrate an understanding of the basics of computer systems |
| LO2 | To demonstrate an understanding of the configuration of elements of computer systems |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synchronous Online Assessment | Time-constrained assessment (Online) 1 | Computer Based/Online Examination | 120 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Case study 1 | A detailed study of a topic from within the area of computing and networks | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Time-constrained assessment (Online) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Case study 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |