Aims & Objectives
Course Aims
Provide opportunities for study and creativity within a global context that will stimulate and challenge students developing the skills necessary for independent and lifelong learning
Provide a body of knowledge, methods and techniques that characterize computer science
Enable students to apply and use a body of knowledge, methods and techniques that characterize computer science
Demonstrate initiative in applying thinking skills critically to identify and resolve complex problems
Engender an awareness of the need for, and the value of, effective collaboration and communication in resolving complex problems
Develop logical and critical thinking as well as experimental, investigative and problem-solving skills
Develop and apply the students’ information and communication technology skills in the study of computer science to communicate information confidently and effectively
Raise awareness of the moral, ethical, social, economic and environmental implications of using science and technology
Develop an appreciation of the possibilities and limitations associated with continued developments in IT systems and computer science
Encourage an understanding of the relationships between scientific disciplines and the overarching nature of the scientific method
Assessment Objectives
Know and understand
relevant facts and concepts
appropriate methods and techniques
computer science terminology
methods of presenting information
Apply and use
relevant facts and concepts
relevant design methods and techniques
terminology to communicate effectively
appropriate communication methods to present information
Construct, analyse, evaluate and formulate
success criteria, solution specifications including task outlines, designs and test plans
appropriate techniques within a specified solution
Demonstrate the personal skills of cooperation and perseverance as well as appropriate technical skills for effective problem-solving in developing a specified product
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