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Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Introduction to Computing
Module Code	PS154
School	School of Physical Sciences
Online Module Resources
Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: Raymond Murphy Semester 2: Raymond Murphy Autumn: Raymond Murphy
Module Teacher	Eilish McLoughlin
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

To achieve competency in basic computer skills, such as file management, virus scan, scanners, printers, digital camera, Email and Internet Browsers.To introduce students to packages such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher.

Learning Outcomes

1. Exhibit knowledge of microcomputer fundamentals
2. Prepare scientific reports in Word.
3. Show competent in data analysis in Excel
4. Prepare and deliver short presentations based on physics topic.
5. Show competence in using the internet
6. Show familiarity with peripherals and software

Workload	Full-time hours per semester
*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Lab	24	Computer Based Assignments
Independent learning	101	Computer Skills
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

None

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Course Work Breakdown
Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Assignment	Microcomputer Fundamentals	20%	Week 3
Assignment	Assignment in Microsoft Word	20%	Week 5
Assignment	Assignments in Microsoft Excel	20%	Week 7
Digital production	Website Design	20%	Week 9
Oral presentations	Presentation on Physics Topic	20%	Week 12

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Other Resources

1007, Moodle, 0, PS154 information,

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