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Graduate School of Management - Diploma in Computing Level 4&5
Computer science or computing science (abbreviated CS or Comp Sci) is the scientific and practical approach to computation and its applications. A computer scientist specializes in the theory of computation and the design of computational systems.Its subfields can be divided into practical techniques for its implementation and application in computer systems and purely theoretical areas. Some, such as computational complexity theory, which studies fundamental properties of computational problems, are highly abstract, while others, such as computer graphics, emphasize real-world applications. Still others focus on the challenges in implementing computations. For example, programming language theory studies approaches to description of computations, while the study of computer programming itself investigates various aspects of the use of programming languages and complex systems, and human-computer interaction focuses on the challenges in making computers and computations useful, usable, and universally accessible to humans.
The Undergraduate Level 4/5 IT and Computing course is a 240 credit course, made up of 10 level 4 modules and 10 level 5 modules. Each module consists of around 40 guided learning hours. All modules have an additional 30-50 learning hours of optional materials which comprise of recommended exercises, recommended readings and internet resources. Within the modules are self testing exercises. You must take care in answering these. Although they are not marked nor do they count towards your final assessment, the marking is tested against your scoring on the final assessment to check for consistency of score. Where there is clear inconsistency between the score in a full assessment and the standards reached in the ongoing exercise, Graduate School of Management reserve the right to investigate.
The modules are written
against prescribed learning outcomes defined by the Qualifications
and Credit Framework (QCF) administered by Ofqual, the
Government appointed regulator. In addition the learning
outcomes are articulated against the ATHE UK (www.atheuk.com) curriculum who is a
recognised awarding body monitored and assessed by QAA,
the Quality Assurance Agency, the
Government appointed quality assurance body.
Successful completion of the full Level 4/5 Extended Diploma in Computing and final year of an accredited Undergraduate Degree programme, will give students the right credentials to go on and apply for a job in marketing, accounting, human resources, management or business consultancy.
Computer Systems and Software
This module will explore the functions of computing systems and the basics of design, configuration and routine maintenance.
Computer Programming
This module
examines the basis of OOS and how programming fits into the broader
aspects of usage of applications.
Relational Database
Systems
This module will enable understanding of
database design and development and enable students to develop and
design a database and explore solutions to meet client brief .
Learners will learn how to design a database.
Software
Engineering
This module is concerned with the
analysis of IT and computing needs to develop requirement
specifications and develop and test prototypes.
Systems Analysis and
Design
This module provides an understanding of
IS concepts and how they relate to organisation needs in respect of
business processes and transformation of information.
E- Commerce
Applications
This module explores the role of
eCommerce in the modern world and in particular the identification
of aims and objectives within a business and the design issues
arising from the definition of requirements.
Human Computer
Interaction
This module will develop students
understanding of principles and models of Human Computer
Interaction and evaluate existing HCI design and principles and use
this to help them plan their own prototype multimedia user
interface.
IT and
Society
This module examines the impact of
technology on society and explores trends and changes created. It
will examine management issues and potential conflicts in terms of
security and data management.
Information Systems Theory and
Practise
This module explores elements of project
management key to successful development and implementation of
specific IT projects.
Management Information
Systems
This module focusses on understanding
concepts of information systems and how they support business needs
in terms of information processing and data processing.
Innovative Technologies in
Computing
This module looks at innovative trends
and disruptive advances taking place and examines the new
generation of skills and knowledge that will be required to work
successfully in the sector.
Computing Research
Methods
This module will explore the knowledge
and skills required to undertake research in this field and the
qualitative and quantitative approaches required including use of
literature and design of research proposals.
Software Development
Methodologies
This module looks at the role of
systems engineering in development of software and various models
of data, software and processes using modelling
approaches.
Computing Project
Planning
Creating and managing projects has
changed over the years with the development of sophisticated IT
Software, this Module focuses on how being a project manager in the
80’s differs to being a project manager in today’s world.
Strategic Management Information
Systems
This module is concerned with developing
an understanding of the strategic role of MIS within the
organisation and how it impacts on the broader objectives and
strategy of the business.
Ethical, Legal and Professional
Issues in IT
This module explores current issues
in the IT sector and how these may impact on areas of security,
confidentiality, privacy and the law.
Network Design and
Management
This module explores the principles of
networks and network design and implementation and support of
network systems.
Web Based
Development
This module will explore the design,
deployment and management of virtualisation and explore its
commercial and potential impact.
Cyber
Security
This module will enable an understanding
of the importance of digital security to business, to understand
industry standards of digital security and be able to recommend
improvements in security.
Advanced
Databases
This module focuses on
understanding database design and development includes advanced
languages to analyse and query database data. Students will
research database management and critically test and evaluate
databases.
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