Course Details in 2019/20 Session

Module Title	LF Introductory Computer Science
School	Computer Science
Department	Computer Science
Module Code	06 30325
Module Lead	TBC
Level	Foundation Level
Credits	20
Semester	Full Term
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Restrictions	Only available to students studying in Dubai
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Description	The module introduces issues relating to the representation, storage, exchange and manipulation of information. The module will introduce theoretical and practical aspects of computing. Students will be provided with an understanding of core features of computer science and develop a solid understanding of programming and its limitations.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Understand and apply computer science principles relating to the representation, storage, exchange, querying, manipulation and presentation of information; Write simple programs; Demonstrate an understanding of limitations of programming such as complexity issues.
Assessment	30325-01 : Examination : Exam (Centrally Timetabled) - Written Unseen (70%) 30325-02 : coursework : Coursework (30%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessments: a) 30% Continuous Assessment b) 70% End of Session Exam (3 hours) Reassessment: 100% Exam in August (3 hours)
Other	Duplicate of Birmingham-based module 24635
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