Computer Hardware and System Software
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | TITA0601 |
| Type: | Compulsory / Basic Studies |
| Curriculum: | T-ITE 2011 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Business Administration |
| Year of Study: | 1 (2011-2012) |
| Credits: | 5 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Karlsson, Christer |
| Language of Instruction: | Swedish |
Courses During the Academic Year 2011-2012
| Impl. | Group(s) | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | T-IT-1 | 2011-08-29 – 2011-12-30 | Christer Karlsson, Kerstin Siegfrids | Swedish | 2011-08-19 – 2011-09-09 |
Learning Outcomes
The student learns the basic structure of computers, their basic components and how computers work.
The student is able to install software and peripherals and solve typical problems. The student is able to use network connections and assist companies in aquiring hardware and software.
The student requires knowledge about numeral systems, logical expressions, the mathematics relevance to computers, crypting.
Student's Workload
Total work load of the course: 135 h
- of which scheduled studies: 60 h
- of which autonomous studies: 75 h
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
None
Contents
History of computers, functional principles of computers, processor design, bus architecture, internal and secondary storage, graphics, data communication, peripherals, operating systems, numeral systems, logical expressions and mathematics which relates to computers and computing.
Software installation and installation of peripherals, backup, data compression, data communication connections, licenses.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Reading provided by the teacher.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lessons, labs and self-studies.
Assessment Criteria
1 The student understands some basics about learned issues
3 The student understands well the basics and can apply learned issues in practice
5 The student has excellent understanding of the basics and can to a great extent apply the learned issues in practice
Assessment Methods
Examination 50%
Excercises and tasks 30%
The student's ability to solve problems in teams on projects 20%