Course Details in 2024/25 Session

Module Title	LC Computer Systems and Professional Practice
School	Computer Science
Department	Computer Science
Module Code	06 40099
Module Lead	Matt Leeke
Level	Certificate Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 1
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Lecture-33 hours Supervised time in studio/workshop-22 hours Guided independent study-145 hours Total: 200 hours
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Description	An understanding of fundamental concepts in the design and implementation of computer systems is essential to the development of computer scientists, particularly where they will operate in scientific and professional environments. This module provides students with an introduction to computer systems design, focusing on fundamental concepts in computer architecture, and the contexts in which computer systems are commonly deployed, covering legal, social, ethical and professional issues relevant to computing professionals. Students will also gain a range of technical skills in the design and implementation of electronic circuits and systems-level computer programs.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: 20.1 Explain common data representations and their role in computer systems 20.2 Discuss hardware organisation and architecture of computer systems and their components, including logic components, microprocessors and I/O systems 20.3 Demonstrate basic systems programming and digital circuit prototyping abilities 20.4 Discuss a range of legal, social, ethical and professional issues relating to the design, implementation and deployment of computer systems. 20.5 Write in an appropriate scientific style on aspects of computer systems and professional practice
Assessment
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment: Assessment: Examination (80%), Continuous Assessment (20%) Reassessment: Examination (100%)
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