Module Details
Module Code: |
CSYS C7Z19 |
Full Title:
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Computer Hardware
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Valid From:: |
Semester 1 - 2019/20 ( June 2019 ) |
Language of Instruction: | English |
Module Owner:: |
Andrew Wright
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Module Description: |
Students completing this module will be able to explain how modern digital devices work and describe how their components interact with each other.
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Module Learning Outcome |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Module Learning Outcome Description |
MLO1 |
describe the basic architecture of digital devices. |
MLO2 |
explain how the CPU, memory, and data storage devices function and interact with each other. |
MLO3 |
describe how input/output devices communicate with digital devices. |
MLO4 |
write simple assembler programs. |
Pre-requisite learning |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named DkIT module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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No recommendations listed |
Module Indicative Content |
Introduction
History of computing, terminology, software/hardware layering.
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Introduction to digital electronics
Logic gates, truth tables, simple circuit design, example circuits (adders, flip-flops etc.)
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CPU
Types, fetch-execute cycle, adders, assembler code, registers.
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Memories
Types (SRAM, DRAM, ROM & Flash), main, cache, addressing, two's complement numbers, endian.
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Storage
History, hard drives, solid state drives, removable storage.
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Data transfer
System bus, interfaces, interrupts.
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Input/Output devices
Keyboard, mouse, touch screens, scanners, monitors, speakers, printers.
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Module Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Course Work | 50.00% |
Final Examination | 50.00% |
Module Special Regulation |
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AssessmentsFull Time On Campus
Part Time On Campus
Reassessment Requirement |
A repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
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Reassessment Description A repeat examination and a project.
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DKIT reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time On Campus |
Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
Contact |
Two one hour lectures on hardware topics per week. |
Every Week |
1.00 |
1 |
Practical |
Contact |
Hardware lab. |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
Tutorial |
Contact |
Class tutorial. |
Every Week |
1.00 |
1 |
Independent Study |
Non Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
Directed Reading |
Non Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
Total Weekly Learner Workload |
8.00 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
Workload: Part Time On Campus |
Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Practical |
Contact |
Hardware lab. |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
Directed Reading |
Non Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
Independent Study |
Non Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
Total Weekly Learner Workload |
8.00 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
3.00 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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William Stallings. (2018), Computer Organization and architecture, 11th. Pearson, [ISBN: 0134997190].
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Ron White. (2015), How computers work, 10. Pearson Education, US, [ISBN: 078974984X].
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Other Resources |
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Website, HowStuffWorks. HowStuffWorks - Hardware.
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