Analyse, evaluate and interpret information.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

All modules have a coursework component (practical
work, homework or assignments) which supports, illustrates and reinforces the theoretical material presented in lectures.

Methods of Assessment

Analysis and problem solving skills are assessed through homeworks, assignments and end-of-module written examinations.
Design skills are assessed through assignments, reports on practical work and project reports, presentations and demonstrations.

Synthesise information from a variety of sources

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

All modules have a coursework component (practical
work, homework or assignments) which supports, illustrates and reinforces the theoretical material presented in lectures.

Methods of Assessment

Analysis and problem solving skills are assessed through homeworks, assignments and end-of-module written examinations.
Design skills are assessed through assignments, reports on practical work and project reports, presentations and demonstrations.

Evaluate designs, components, products and artefacts and make improvements.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

All modules have a coursework component (practical
work, homework or assignments) which supports, illustrates and reinforces the theoretical material presented in lectures.

Methods of Assessment

Analysis and problem solving skills are assessed through homeworks, assignments and end-of-module written examinations.
Design skills are assessed through assignments, reports on practical work and project reports, presentations and demonstrations.

Apply professional judgement to balance quality indicators in the design and construction of artefacts.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

All modules have a coursework component (practical
work, homework or assignments) which supports, illustrates and reinforces the theoretical material presented in lectures.

Methods of Assessment

Analysis and problem solving skills are assessed through homeworks, assignments and end-of-module written examinations.
Design skills are assessed through assignments, reports on practical work and project reports, presentations and demonstrations.

Recognise and analyse problems and develop strategies for their solution

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

All modules have a coursework component (practical
work, homework or assignments) which supports, illustrates and reinforces the theoretical material presented in lectures.

Methods of Assessment

Analysis and problem solving skills are assessed through homeworks, assignments and end-of-module written examinations.
Design skills are assessed through assignments, reports on practical work and project reports, presentations and demonstrations.

Grasp the underpinning mathematics and theoretical framework of Computer Science

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Combination of lectures, tutorials, practical exercises and coursework in Levels 1 and 2.

Methods of Assessment

Unseen written examinations. Homework
Project reports, presentations and demonstrations.

Apply the essential facts, concepts, principles and theories of Computer Science.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Combination of lectures, tutorials, practical exercises, coursework and projects in Levels 2 and 3.

Methods of Assessment

Unseen written examinations, assessed practical work and homework. Project reports, presentations and demonstrations

Adhere to good scientific and engineering practice in the specification, design, implementation, testing and delivery and maintenance of computer based solutions

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Combination of lectures, tutorials, practical exercises, coursework and projects in Levels 2 and 3.

Methods of Assessment

Unseen written examinations, assessed practical work and homework. Project reports, presentations and demonstrations

Adhere to good scientific and engineering practice in the specification, design, implementation, testing and delivery and maintenance of computer based solutions

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Forms an integral part of all technical strands of the programme assuming increasing importance as students’ progress through the levels and is the dominant feature of final year technical modules.
Acquisition of (KU3) is through a combination of lectures, tutorials, practical exercises, coursework and projects at all levels.

Methods of Assessment

Unseen written examinations and assessed practical work Project reports, presentations and demonstration.

Understand the importance of quality and fitness for purpose of the software engineering process and resulting artefacts

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Through lectures and projects in Levels 2 and 3.

Methods of Assessment

Unseen written examinations, project reports, presentations and demonstrations

Maintain knowledge of the professional, legal and ethical responsibilities of Software Engineers and their role within an organisation.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Through lectures in Level 2 and the Year of Professional Experience

Methods of Assessment

Unseen written examinations and assessed practical work, assignments and presentations

Plan and manage a Software Engineering project

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Taught in Level 2 and developed in the final year
Software Engineering project.

Methods of Assessment

Subject specific practical skills are assessed through: coursework and technical reports and others forms of written project deliverable; code walkthroughs and analysis; and, project presentations and demonstrations.

Implement a design using an appropriate programming language.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Taught through lectures and supplemented through practical and project work.

Methods of Assessment

Subject specific practical skills are assessed through: coursework and technical reports and others forms of written project deliverable; code walkthroughs and analysis; and, project presentations and demonstrations.

Deploy appropriate theory, practices and tools for the specification, design,
implementation, and evaluation of computer based systems

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Taught through lectures and developed through
homework, assignments, practical and project work

Methods of Assessment

Subject specific practical skills are assessed through: coursework and technical reports and others forms of written project deliverable; code walkthroughs and analysis; and, project presentations and demonstrations.

Deploy effectively the tools used in the construction and documentation of computer systems.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Developed through practical and project work

Methods of Assessment

Subject specific practical skills are assessed through: coursework and technical reports and others forms of written project deliverable; code walkthroughs and analysis; and, project presentations and demonstrations.

Prepare technical reports

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Developed through feedback on reports written for
practical and project work and presentations made on
project work and the Year of Professional Experience

Methods of Assessment

Subject specific practical skills are assessed through: coursework and technical reports and others forms of written project deliverable; code walkthroughs and analysis; and, project presentations and demonstrations.

Give technical presentations.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Developed through feedback on reports written for
practical and project work and presentations made on
project work and the Year of Professional Experience

Methods of Assessment

Subject specific practical skills are assessed through: coursework and technical reports and others forms of written project deliverable; code walkthroughs and analysis; and, project presentations and demonstrations.

Work effectively within a team.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Taught in Level 2 and developed through the Group Project module and in the various smaller group projects associated with other modules.

Methods of Assessment

Peer assessment

Retrieve information from a variety of sources and by a variety of techniques

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Introduced during the University induction course and developed through assignments and project work involving library resources (catalogues), web-based resources (browsers and search engines) and personal contacts.

Methods of Assessment

Indirectly assessed

Use information technology effectively.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Developed through practical work, projects, assignments and other coursework activities and individual learning.

Methods of Assessment

Indirectly assessed

Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Developed through assignments, homeworks, reports, presentations and demonstrations and developed through feedback on submitted coursework and presentations.

Methods of Assessment

Assessed through reports of practical work, assignments, homeworks, project reports, presentations and through the end of module examinations.

Understand and present information involving a quantitative dimension.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Taught through lectures, homeworks and practical work and developed through feedback on submitted coursework.

Methods of Assessment

Assessed through reports of practical work, assignments, homeworks, project reports, presentations and through the end of module examinations.

Manage one’s own learning and development including time management and organisational skills.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Taught in level 2. Students apply the skill in meeting
deadlines set throughout the programme

Methods of Assessment

Indirectly assessed

Learn independently in familiar and unfamiliar situations with open-mindedness and a spirit of critical enquiry

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Nurtured and developed throughout the course which is structured and delivered in such a way as to promote this. Students apply and develop the skill during the Year of Professional Experience

Methods of Assessment

Indirectly assessed

Plan and manage their career

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Developed through assignments

Methods of Assessment

Indirectly assessed

Appreciate the need for continuing professional development in recognition of the need for lifelong learning.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Promoted throughout the course

Methods of Assessment

Skill development