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Undergraduate Handbook 2012-2013 (archived)
Module COMP2211: NETWORKS AND SYSTEMS
Department: Computer Science
COMP2211: NETWORKS AND SYSTEMS
| Type | Level | Credits | Availability | Module Cap | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 2 | 20 | Not available in 2012/2013 | None. | Durham |
Pre-requisites
- Computer Systems AND Introduction to Programming
Corequisites
- None
Excluded Combinations
- None
Aims
- To extend students' understanding of the principles and practices of programming and using different computer systems.
Content
- Concurrency.
- Computer networks.
- Distributed systems.
- Multiprocessing.
- Network security.
- Databases.
Learning Outcomes
Subject-specific Knowledge
- On completion of the module, students will be able to demonstrate:
- a thorough understanding of the difficulties encountered with and the technologies used in setting up, supporting and using various computer networks and systems
- an understanding of the programming principles and applications used to solve fundamental computing problems concerning various computer networks and systems.
Subject-specific Skills
- On completion of the module, students will be able to demonstrate:
- an ability to implement, work with and reason about different types of computer systems
- an ability to apply the core principles and use specific software tools related to network communication and concurrent and distributed programming.
Key Skills
- On completion of the module, students will be able to demonstrate an ability to communicate technical information in a scientific fashion.
Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to the learning outcomes of the module
- Lectures enable the students to learn new material relevant to computer systems and networks, and the methodologies of the subject area.
- Practical classes enable the students to put into practice learning from lectures and strengthen their understanding through application.
- Tutorials provide active engagement and an opportunity to explore a specific topic in a group environment.
- Formative and summative assessments assess the application of methods and techniques, and examinations in addition assess an understanding of core concepts.
Teaching Methods and Learning Hours
| Activity | Number | Frequency | Duration | Total Hours | Attendance Monitored |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| lectures | 44 | 2 per week | 1 hour | 44 | |
| practical classes | 22 | 1 per week | 2 hours | 44 | |
| tutorials | 2 | 1 hour | 2 | ||
| preparation and reading | 110 | ||||
| Total | 200 |
Summative Assessment
| Component | Component Weighting | Element | Length/Duration | Element Weighting | Resit Opportunity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Examination | 66% | Examination | 2 hours | 100% | Yes |
| Coursework | 34% | Practical work | 100% | Yes |
Formative Assessment
Example formative exercises are given during the course. Additional revision lectures may be arranged in the module's lecture slots in the 3rd term.
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.