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Core Module Information
Module title: Computer Systems
SCQF level: 07:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: CSN07105
Module leader: Kia Dashtipour
School School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment
Subject area group: Cyber Security and Systems Engineering
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

The primary aim of the module is to familiarise students with the basic operating principles of modern computer systems. This includes understanding the basic components of a computer, how data is represented and operated on, and how programs are executed at a low level. As modern computers gain much of their utility from networked resources, it is important to also provide students with a basic understanding of how computers communicate with each other. Finally, the module covers basic Operating Systems concepts which allow computing resources to be utilised effectively, with some discussion on the role of security in modern computing.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Outline the architectural structure and operating principles of a computer.

LO2: Outline the operating principles of modern networked systems.

LO3: Describe the roles of the Operating System and security in modern computing environments.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2025/6, Trimester 1, In Person,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Kia Dashtipour
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 20 lecture - it's covering the basic computer system architecture
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 20 Practical classes and workshops - Its covering the lab for computer system architecture
Online Guided independent study 160 A learning approach where students take responsibility for their own learning process, with support and direction from academics through practical classes and assessments. This method combines the independence of self-directed study with the guidance of a structured framework provided by academic staff.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Class Test 20 1 Week 5 HOURS= 1 hour 30 mins Class Test - Its covering logic numbers
Class Test 50 1~3 Week 9 HOURS= 1 hour 30 mins Class Test its covering week 3 to 7. The test consists of computer systems architecture, operating Systems and security.
Class Test 30 2 Exam Period HOURS= 1 hour Class Test - its covering networking section (week 8, 9 and 10)
Component 1 subtotal: 70
Component 2 subtotal: 30
Module subtotal: 100

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