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Postgraduate Handbook 2012-2013 (archived)
Module COMP40315: MULTIMEDIA COMPRESSION
Department: Computer Science
COMP40315: MULTIMEDIA COMPRESSION
| Type | Level | Credits | Availability | Module Cap | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tied | 4 | 15 | Available in 2012/2013 | Durham |
Tied To
Pre-requisites
- None.
Corequisites
- None.
Excluded Combinations
- None.
Aims
- The purpose of this module is to study methods for the compression of different types of data, particularly where the data is relevant to the Internet.
Content
- Compression types and approaches including: text compression, image compression, video compression and audio compression.
Learning Outcomes
Subject-specific Knowledge
- To have knowledge of issues in data compression
- To have knowledge of particular aspects of data compression in relation to different data types
- To successfully evaluate different methods of data compression on different types of data
Subject-specific Skills
Key Skills
Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to the learning outcomes of the module
- Lecturing provides specialist subject information and the application of the theory to practical examples. Problem classes through practicals provide assessment (both formative and summative) to guide students in the correct development of their knowledge and skills. Tutorials provide active engagement and feedback to the learning process.
Teaching Methods and Learning Hours
| Activity | Number | Frequency | Duration | Total Hours | Attendance Monitored |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tutorials | 4 | 1 hour | 4 | Yes | |
| Lectures | 6 | Over the first 2 weeks | 2 hours | 12 | Yes |
| Preparation and Reading | 134 | ||||
| Total | 150 |
Summative Assessment
| Component | Component Weighting | Element | Length/Duration | Element Weighting | Resit Opportunity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 100% | Coursework | 2500 words | 100% |
Formative Assessment
A formative assignment will be given in the second week of the module (500-1000 words).
Students who do not attend monitored activities shown under Teaching Methods
and Learning Hours, or who fail to complete the summative or formative
assessment(s) specified above, may be subject to the Academic Progress
procedures defined in the University's General Regulation V, and may be
required to leave the University.