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Module Title	LI Computer Systems and Architecture
School	Computer Science
Department	Computer Science
Module Code	06 19340
Module Lead	Dr IB Styles
Level	Intermediate Level
Credits	10
Semester	Semester 2
Pre-requisites	LC Foundations of Computer Science - (06 22754)
Co-requisites
Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Lecture-23 hours Total: 23 hours
Exclusions
Description	Principles of computer organisation, architecture and design; the hardware-software interface; control of peripherals; basics of networking.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module the student should be able to: Explain and apply the fundamental principles upon which the operation of modern computers is based. Demonstrate a knowledge of the structure and organization of computer systems, including the role and operation of each of the component modules. Explain and apply the fundamental concepts and issues involved in the control of peripherals, including interrupt-handling. Explain the fundamental concepts and issues involved in computer networking, including the need for protocols, addressing and routing. Demonstrate a knowledge of the interaction between software and hardware, including how programs are executed.
Assessment	19340-03 : Examination : Exam (Centrally Timetabled) - Written Unseen (80%) 19340-04 : Continuous Assessment : Coursework (20%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	1.5 hr examination (80%) and coursework (20%)
Other	None
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